Akkermansia and Other Strategies Beyond GLP-1 Medications

Maryelaine Sotos, D.O., M.Arch, M.S., R.D.

Physician, Resilient Health, Austin, TX

It is no secret that weight management is a hot topic in medicine. Today, it’s more obvious than ever with the use of GLP-1 agonist medications skyrocketing in use. These medications, when used appropriately, can be the answer for many people’s metabolic struggles. However, their use does come with risks and also the unknown effects of long-term use. But what if there is another (and maybe a safer) way?  In this talk, discover the importance of akkermansia’s role in the microbiome and its effect on metabolic health. We will also discuss how the incorporation of genomics, wearable tech, and targeted nutritional supplementation augments the precision medicine approach in the pursuit of optimal health. Duration: 43m 18s