Posts by Dr. Wendy Scinta

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6 New Year Goals for a Healthier You: Doctor-Approved Weight Loss Tips

Start 2025 strong with 6 doctor-approved New Year goals to boost your health! From weight loss tips to increasing protein and reducing carbs, these simple steps can transform your life.
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12 Expert Tips for Smart Holiday Eating by a Weight Loss Doctor

Discover 12 smart holiday eating strategies from a weight loss doctor. Learn how to maintain balance, enjoy holiday treats, and stay on track with your health goals this season.
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Akkermansia: The Natural Alternative to GLP-1 Agonists for Weight Loss

Discover how Akkermansia muciniphila, a powerful gut bacterium, can support weight loss and metabolic health. Learn about its benefits, from improving leptin sensitivity to promoting fat browning, and explore its potential as a natural alternative to GLP-1 medications.
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15 GLP-1 Myths About Weight Loss, Debunked

Discover the truth about GLP-1 medications for weight loss. We debunk 15 common myths, including concerns about muscle loss, side effects, and long-term safety, to help you make informed decisions about your treatment.
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Oral GLP-1s: The Answer, or Just a Lot of Hype?

Oral GLP-1s are making waves in weight loss, but are they worth the hype? With companies like Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk leading the charge, discover what these new pills offer, their side effects, and how they compare to injectables.
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The Keys to Maintaining Muscle Mass During Weight Loss 

Monitoring muscle mass is an important part of the weight loss process. Here are some techniques to maintain muscle mass during weight loss and build it during maintenance.
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GLP-1s Done Right: Risks, Side Effects, and Safe Practices of Weight Loss Injections

If you are considering GLP-1 weight loss injections, it’s important to be informed about the capabilities of these powerful drugs and the side effects involved. They can be used safely and effectively with the right approach.
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A Guide for Women: How to Talk To Your Partner About Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy

Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy is a great way to improve a relationship, intimacy, and quality of life together. Use these communication tips to discuss the benefits of BHRT with your partner!
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Menopause vs. Andropause: Navigating Age-Related Changes for Both Women and Men

Many people are familiar with the term “menopause” for women, but did you know that men also experience a type of menopause called andropause? Learn about this similar but different experience for both men and women!
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Phentermine for Weight Loss: Everything You Need to Know

Is phentermine (the most commonly prescribed diet pill in the world) still relevant with the rise of weight loss injectables like Ozempic?