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Docs Who Lift

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Drs. Spencer and Karl Nadolsky talk about nutrition, medicine, and fitness through the lens of two physicians who lift weights. Both doctors are former NCAA division 1 wrestlers who have gone into medicine. Dr. Spencer Nadolsky is a board certified family physician specialized in obesity medicine and lipidology. Dr. Karl Nadolsky is a board certified endocrinologist also specialized in obesity medicine.
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Episodes

Semaglutide and Blindness

Does semaglutide cause blindness? What is NAION (nonarteritic anterio ischemic optic neuropathy)? What about worsening of diabetic retinopathy with semaglutide? What can you do to minimize the risk of NAION and retinopathy? Get the full study here Read Dr. Brugger's blog Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising....

Jul 08, 202451 minEp. 93

Tirzepatide for Obstructive Sleep Apnea

Tirzepatide may be a good option if you have obesity and obstructive sleep apnea. Click here to read the study Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 26, 202420 minEp. 92

Stomach Ablation for Weight Loss

Click here to read about the gastric ablation and trial. Click here to see Dr. McGowan's clinic Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 21, 202434 minEp. 91

FLOW trial and GLP-1 cost rant

Drs. Karl and Spencer discuss the recent FLOW trial where semaglutide was found to be kidney protective. They also go off about the costs of these medicines and what to do (including compounding considerations). Click here to see the study Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising....

Jun 04, 202446 minEp. 90

South Park - The End of Obesity

Drs. Karl and Spencer discuss the most recent South Park episode where GLP-1 medicines are discussed along with the dysfunctions of our healthcare system among other issues. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 28, 202421 minEp. 89

Fallacies of Functional Medicine

Drs. Karl and Spencer discuss the fallacies of functional medicine. You'll learn what functional medicine is and whether you should seek it out. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 16, 202427 minEp. 88

Another response to Jillian Michaels and Bill Maher

Drs. Karl and Spencer respond to Jillian Michaels on the Bill Maher show Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 30, 202420 minEp. 87

Bariatric surgery through the mouth? Endoscopy gastroplasty 101

Drs. Karl and Spencer discuss with gastroenterologist Dr. McGowan all about endoscopic gastroplasty. See recent study on cost effectiveness of endoscopic gastroplasty vs semaglutide Check out his program Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising....

Apr 24, 202439 minEp. 86

GLP-1 meds and Parkinson's and Heart Failure

Drs. Karl and Spencer discuss the new studies about GLP-1 medicines and Parkinson's and heart failure along with how these meds are not just weight loss drugs but health promoting medicines. Click here to see the Parkinson's study Click here to see the heart failure study Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising....

Apr 12, 202424 minEp. 85

Lipedema Patient Journey

Drs. Karl and Spencer chat with Kasey Potts all about her journey with lipedema. Learn more about how this condition is diagnosed and treated. Check out her instagram Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 26, 202426 minEp. 84

All about Lipedema - with Dr. Amron

Drs. Karl and Spencer chat with Dr. Amron all about lipedema. He is a specialized surgeon who treats lipedema daily. Learn about diagnosing and treating this condition that is commonly mistaken with obesity. Check his sites https://www.dramronconsultations.com/ https://www.advancedlipedematreatment.com/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising....

Mar 13, 202452 minEp. 83

GLP-1 Weight Loss Maintenance from Exercise

Drs. Karl and Spencer discuss a new study showcasing the importance of exercise during and after GLP-1 medicine use. Click here to see the original study Click here to see the extension study Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising....

Mar 05, 202421 minEp. 82

Bustin' Hyman Myths - GLP-1 edition

Drs. Karl and Spencer discuss a recent Mark Hyman podcast where he perpetuated some myths about obesity and GLP-1 receptor agonist medicines. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Feb 27, 202429 minEp. 81

Does your doctor need to be in shape?

Drs. Karl and Spencer discuss whether your doctor needs to look a certain way in order to be a good doctor. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Feb 13, 202419 minEp. 80

Docs Who Lift and Unbiased Science Crossover

Drs. Karl and Spencer chat with Drs. Jess and Andrea all about popular podcasters like Andrew Huberman etc. and the spread of pseudoscience. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 31, 20241 hr 16 minEp. 79

The death of our supplement company and influencer pharma money

Drs. Karl and Spencer chat about their now defunct supplement company along with the ethics of big pharma direct to consumer marketing (including influencers). Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 26, 202432 minEp. 78

Pelvic Floor 101

Drs. Karl and Spencer chat with Dr. Brianna Durand all about the pelvic floor and incontinence when lifting etc. empower.physio pelvicrehab.org Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 10, 202424 minEp. 77

How much protein should you eat? W/ Dr. Stu Phillips

Drs. Karl and Spencer chat with Dr. Stuart Phillips all about protein. How much do you need to eat for optimal health and body composition and more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 19, 202344 minEp. 76

CGMs for those without type 2 diabetes w/ Dr. Nicola Guess

Drs. Karl and Spencer chat with Dr. Nicola Guess all about the evidence behind using continuous glucose monitors in those without type 2 diabetes. Learn whether they are useful for even harmful Read her review paper here Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising....

Nov 27, 202347 minEp. 75

SELECT results - Wegovy reduces heart attacks

Drs. Karl and Spencer discuss the new SELECT results that show a decrease in cardiovascular events in those taking Wegovy who have a history of cardiovascular disease. See trial below https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMoa2307563 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising....

Nov 17, 202331 minEp. 74

Zepbound - Tirzepatide for obesity approval

Drs. Karl and Spencer discuss how tirzepatide is now approved for obesity. Learn: When will it be available How much will is cost Any differences compared to Mounjaro Surmount 3 trial Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nov 10, 202323 minEp. 73

Brain changes and obesity

Drs. Karl and Spencer chat with Dr. Kathleen Keller and Yash Adroja all about brain signaling in kids in relation to obesity. Learn all about Dr. Keller's research that sheds light on taste preferences and food choices made by kids. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 24, 202333 minEp. 72

Tirzepatide updates from EASD

Drs. Karl and Spencer chat about some of the new tirzepatide studies including SURMOUNT-4 from the EASD Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 17, 202338 minEp. 71

Exercise for type 2 diabetes

Drs. Karl and Spencer discuss with Dr. Bassin all about her review on exercise and physical activity for type 2 diabetes. Check out her review article Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 03, 202328 minEp. 70

GLP-1 Agonists and Heart Health

Drs. Karl and Spencer discuss how semaglutide impacts the heart with new trial data available. Learn how semaglutide may reduce risks of heart attacks and also how it impacts your quality of life if you have heart failure. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 29, 202325 minEp. 69

All about the Microbiome

Drs. Karl and Spencer chat with Dr. Andrea Love all about the microbiome. Find out if it really matters and if there are things to improve it. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 11, 202329 minEp. 68

Eating Disorder Diaries

Drs. Karl and Spencer chat with Amy Goekel about her history of her eating disorder. Amy has her own podcast where she discusses it is more depth as well https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-eating-disorder-diaries/id1666122772 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jul 26, 202336 minEp. 67

Diet Soda, Cancer, and the WHO

Drs. Karl and Spencer chat with Dr. Andrea Love, a cancer immunologist, about the recent headlines about the WHO listing aspartame as a possible carcinogen. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jul 10, 202327 minEp. 66

Internalized bias and what to do about it with Dr. Rebecca Pearl

Drs. Karl and Spencer chat with Dr. Pearl all about internalized bias and her recent study on it Click here to read the study Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 21, 202336 minEp. 65

Another genetic cause of obesity - Bardet Biedl Syndrome

Drs. Karl and Spencer chat with Dr. Jesse Richards all about BBS (Bardet Biedl Syndrome), an unknown cause of genetic obesity. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 08, 202356 minEp. 64
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