The Science, Safety and Application of Ozempic & GLP-1 Agonists with Marcelle Pick

In this episode of ReInvent Healthcare, we dig into the latest trend in weight loss drugs, GLP-1 agonists like Ozempic and other semaglutides. We’re joined by Marcelle Pick, an internationally known functional medicine practitioner and women's health expert who’s been digging deep into the research. Marcelle digs deep into what GLP-1 is, how it works in the body, and the dangers associated with its rising popularity as an approach to weight loss. Marcelle and I break down the science behind GLP-1 agonists, addressing key concerns like muscle loss, rebound weight gain, heart health, and the impact on metabolic health. This episode also covers natural alternatives that can help people achieve sustainable weight loss without the adverse effects seen in pharmaceutical interventions. If you’re a practitioner looking to understand GLP-1 or someone curious about the latest weight loss trends, this conversation reveals the pros, cons, and long-term effects of these drugs.

Key Topics 

  • What are GLP-1 agonists, and how do they impact insulin, muscle, and appetite?
  • How does Ozempic work?
  • What are the dangers of using GLP-1 drugs for weight loss in non-diabetics
  • Why weight regain is common after stopping GLP-1 agonists and how to prevent this.
  • Natural methods for supporting healthy weight loss and maintaining muscle mass.
  • A specific homeopathic remedy for GLP1 support. 

 

Resources and Links:

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  • Reserve your spot for ReInvent 2025 here for a deep dive into the microbiome including lab testing and genetics
  • Visit INEMethod.com for advanced health practitioner training and tools to elevate your clinical skills and grow your practice by getting life-changing results. 
  • Check out other podcast episodes here

 

Marcelle Pick Links

  • Website and shop: marcellepick.com
  • Follow Marcelle on Instagram here
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  • Subscribe to Marcelle’s YouTube here
  • Check out Marcelle’s Pinterest here
  • Purchase Marcelle’s Drops here 

 

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Ritamarie Loscalzo

Dr. Ritamarie Loscalzo is a best-selling author and speaker known for her extensive knowledge, infectious energy, and inspirational message that encourages individuals to become their own best health advocate. She is an internationally recognized nutrition and health authority who specializes in using the wisdom of nature to restore hormone balance with a special emphasis on thyroid, adrenal and insulin imbalances. She founded the Institute of Nutritional Endocrinology to empower health and nutrition practitioners to get to the root cause of health concerns by using functional assessments and natural therapeutics to balance the endocrine system, the body's master controller.

Dr. Ritamarie is a licensed Doctor of Chiropractic with Certification in Acupuncture and is a Diplomat of the American Clinical Nutrition Board. She is a Certified Clinical Nutritionist with a Master’s in Human Nutrition, has completed a 2-year, 500-hour Herbal Medicine Program at David Winston’s Center for Herbal Studies and has a master's degree in Computer Science, which contributes to her skills as an ace problem solver.