122 | How to Support Patients on Obesity Medications: A Short Course on Side Effects, Satiety & Supplements

Join The Obesity Medicine Nutrition Course! Enter code POD15 at checkout for 15% off!Anti-obesity medications are everywhere—but they also come with new challenges. From rapid weight loss and side effects to TikTok-fueled supplement questions, patients on weight management medications need more than generic nutrition advice.In this episode, I’m joined by Melissa Mitri, a seasoned weight loss dietitian and health writer, to dig into exactly how to support patients on their weight loss journey. We cover everything from protein and fiber strategies to what to do when patients aren’t eating enough.Whether you’re brand-new to weight loss meds or prescribing them weekly, this conversation will help you walk into your next visit with more clarity and confidence.Grab The Patient Motivation Playbook for 12 questions to help move the conversation forward.Listen to Episode 27: Weight Loss SecretsConnect with Melissa on LinkedInAny Questions? Send Me a MessageSupport the showConnect with Colleen:InstagramLinkedInSign up for my FREE Newsletter - Nutrition hot-topics delivered to your inbox each week.Disclaimer: This podcast is a collection of ideas, strategies, and opinions of the author(s). Its goal is to provide useful information on each of the topics shared within. It is not intended to provide medical, health, or professional consultation or to diagnosis-specific weight or feeding challenges. The author(s) advises the reader to always consult with appropriate health, medical, and professional consultants for support for individual children and family situations. The author(s) do not take responsibility for the personal or other risks, loss, or liability incurred as a direct or indirect consequence of the application or use of information provided. All opinions stated in this podcast are my own and do not reflect the opinions of my employer.