An article by Liz Scherer in this month’s edition of Medscape Medical News included comments by family doctors who have patients taking GLP-1s for weight management. They agreed that the medication is only one factor in achieving results. Dietary management along with exercise training and behavioural change are also essential. The author points out that consultations with allied health care professionals are ‘a clinical lifeline’ for individuals taking GLP-1s.
The Craving Change program teaches clients a range of cognitive-behaviour based skills to help them make and sustain healthy lifestyle habits. This can be especially helpful during discouraging weight plateaus when clients’ thinking habits and perceptions can be supportive or a hindrance.
