On today's episode, we are back with Erin Phillips, a registered dietitian and diabetes expert for part two of our discussion on Ozempic. Erin talks on the possibility of using Ozempic for prediabetes and the challenges that arise when its demand is influenced by weight loss trends. She discusses how she handles patient requests regarding the use of Ozempic for weight loss without diabetes, its clinical effectiveness, and its impact on the body image movement. Plus, we talk about our thoughts on the Oprah special! In This Episode We’ll Cover: The effectiveness of Ozempic for prediabetes or impaired fasting glucose compared to diabetes. Advocacy challenges in securing Ozempic for individuals who genuinely need it, amidst demand for weight loss purposes Thoughts on Oprah's special Responding to patient requests on the use of Ozempic for weight loss in the absence of diabetes. Ozempic's clinical efficacy and its implications for the body image movement Key takeaways which emphasize the need for personalized care in diabetes management + MUCH MORE! Our two simple asks to help us continue a free weekly show: Rate on iTunes or Spotify - it literally takes two seconds Review - if you love the show, please leave a review on iTunes Diabetes & Prediabetes Nutrition Counseling Are you living with diabetes or prediabetes and seeking support from a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist covered by insurance? Visit diabetesdigital.co to sign up for personalized, one-on-one nutrition counseling with one of our culturally aware and weight-inclusive Diabetes Dietitians today! Visit diabetesdigital.co/quiz to get started. For additional resources and shownotes, visit diabetesdigital.co/podcast

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