In this educational podcast, Dr. Walker discusses the latest research on a new class of diabetes drugs called SGLT2 inhibitors like Jardiance. He explains how these medications work by blocking glucose reabsorption in the kidneys, causing it to be excreted in urine. While initially developed and approved for diabetes, extensive clinical trials have shown SGLT2 inhibitors provide significant benefits for heart failure, kidney disease, and weight loss. Dr. Walker reviews the evidence demonstrating their ability to reduce mortality, heart failure episodes, and progression to end-stage kidney disease. He also discusses proper hygiene practices for patients experiencing sugar in the urine. If you want to learn more about how SGLT2 inhibitors are revolutionizing treatment of diabetes and related conditions, watch this informative discussion.

Keynotes: This educational podcast discusses how the diabetes medication class called SGLT2 inhibitors such as Jardiance work by blocking glucose reabsorption in the kidneys, causing it to be excreted in urine, and reviews the extensive evidence that they provide significant benefits for heart failure, kidney disease, weight loss, and reducing mortality.

Timestamps:
0:00-4:00 Introduction and how SGLT2 inhibitors work
4:00-8:00 Benefits for heart failure
8:00-12:00 Additional benefits and approvals for kidney disease and weight loss
12:00-14:00 Hygiene considerations and reducing kidney failure risk
14:00-End Q&A and conclusions

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In this episode of the Cardiovascular Matters podcast, host Dr. Craig Walker discusses the growing problem of obesity in America and revolutionary new medication options that are helping people safely and effectively lose weight. Dr. Walker explains how obesity increases the risk of heart disease, diabetes and other serious health conditions. He then outlines several new classes of drugs, including GLP-1 agonists, that work to control hunger and blood sugar levels while promoting weight loss. Medical device sales veteran and patient Terry Roberts shares his own positive experience using these medications. Listeners will learn about treatment options and get insight into safely and successfully managing their weight.


Key points:

• The health risks of obesity like heart disease, diabetes and joint problems
• New classes of drugs for weight loss like GLP-1 agonists
• How the drugs work to control hunger, blood sugar and promote weight loss
• Positive results seen in weight loss and cardiovascular outcomes
• Terry Roberts shares his success with the medication plan

Chapter Markers:
0:00-5:00 - Introduction and overview of topic
5:00-10:00 - Health risks of obesity like heart disease and diabetes
10:00-15:00 - Introduction to new classes of weight loss drugs like GLP-1 agonists
15:00-20:00 - How the drugs work to control hunger and blood sugar
20:00-25:00 - Positive results seen in weight loss and cardiovascular outcomes
25:00-30:00 - Terry Roberts shares his success with the medication plan
30:00-35:00 - Q&A and call to action for listeners considering treatment

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This podcast discusses obesity as a major health problem and explores new medical treatments that are safe, effective and help patients feel better. The host Dr. Craig Walker and guest Terry Roberts discuss causes of obesity, health risks, challenges with past treatments and promising new medications.

Terry Roberts provides context for the episode by noting the rising rates of obesity, especially in children. He introduces Dr. Walker as an expert in treating the whole patient and addressing root causes of health issues like obesity.

Dr. Walker explains obesity has many causes related to lifestyle like eating highly processed foods and lack of exercise, but some patients struggle to lose weight no matter their efforts. Genetic and physiological factors play a role in why weight is difficult for some to lose.

Dr. Walker outlines the various health problems and diseases linked to obesity like heart disease, hypertension, diabetes, sleep apnea and more. Being overweight also increases orthopedic problems and lowers quality of life.

Previous weight loss options had problems. Medications that blocked nutrient absorption caused diarrhea, and amphetamine-like drugs were addictive and unsuitable for long-term use. Invasive surgeries also had high risks and complications.

Terry Roberts shares his own weight loss journey with encouragement from Dr. Walker. Dr. Walker discusses new medications that help the body release fat cells more easily and make patients feel good, unlike past options. When combined with lifestyle changes, these new treatments can safely and effectively help patients lose weight and improve health.

Key points:

• Obesity rates are rising, especially in children and teenagers
• Obesity increases risks of heart disease, hypertension, diabetes and more
• Past weight loss treatments had poor safety profiles or caused unpleasant side effects
• New medications help the body release fat cells more readily and make patients feel good
• When combined with lifestyle changes, new medications can safely and effectively help patients lose weight and improve health

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