Part 1 of a 3 part series. We are thrilled to welcome back two returning guests, Dr. Lauren Kelley-Chew, who was first on episode 147, and Dr. Susan Peirce Thompson, who recently was on episode 211, to discuss the very popular topic of GLP-1 class drugs for weight loss.  We highly encourage you to listen to both of these episodes where we dive further into metabolic health, the importance of balance blood sugar, food addiction, Susan’s weight loss Program, Bright Line Eating, and so much more. Susan Peirce Thompson, Ph.D, is the New York Times bestselling author of Bright Line Eating, The Official Bright Line Eating Cookbook, and Rezoom. She is an Adjunct Associate Professor of Brain and Cognitive Sciences at the University of Rochester and president of the Institute for Sustainable Weight Loss and the founder of Bright Line Eating. Dr. Lauren Kelley-Chew is a health tech founder and executive currently working as a consultant and advisor to cutting-edge healthcare companies. She was most recently Head of Clinical Product at Levels, which raised $50M in venture funding to reverse the metabolic health crisis. Lauren graduated from medical school at UPenn, where she was a Gamble Scholar.  In this episode we discuss: What are the GLP-1 class drugs and how they work to balance blood sugar, help with weight loss and more. The pros, cons and myths to using GLP-1 class drugs. How one can use the drug in the short-term to spark weight loss while working with professionals to builld in healthy habits for long-term optimum health.  Solutions to improve your metabolic health. The economic impact of these healthcare expenditures and ways to overhaul our food system and health/(sick) care system. This is such a thought provoking episode, as we also dive into ideas on how we can fix the underlying dysfunction with our food system to improve our society's health, and promote longevity. We’d love to know your thoughts on this topic because it really does impact everyone.  **Please note that the information provided in this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment that can be provided by your own Medical Doctor.   Helpful links and resources: Learn about our guests here: IG: @drkelleychew and @brightlineeating FB:  @brightlineeating www.drkelleychew.com Sign up for Dr Lauren's Biohacking for the Rest of Us newsletter here . Podcasts we mention: E211: How to heal your relationship with food, lose your excess weight and break free from food addiction with Dr. Susan Peirce Thompson Biohack your blood sugar for weight loss and longevity with Dr. Lauren Kelley-Chew E151: Why conventional farming practices are making us sick with Sarah Fischer Healthy soil, healthy planet, healthy people: inspiration to leave our planet better for future generations with Karlie & Cody of Ten Creek Range by Stoney Creek Farm --------------------------------------------------------- Thanks to our amazing Sponsor, BiOptimizers BiOptimizers has been helping clients optimize their health since 2004 and continues to research, test and formulate new products.  BiOptimizers Magnesium Breakthrough is a unique formula that will help support over 600 biochemical reactions in the body, including helping you get a better night's sleep.  Plus, they have dozens of other products to support your individual needs. Head over to bioptimizers.com/theartoflivingwell to check out their high quality products and use promo code THEART10 during checkout to save 10%. ----------------------------------------------------------- Ask us a question/make a recommentation We'd love to hear from you! Click here to share your feedback and suggestions. ----------------------------------------------------------- Sign-up for your 15 minute Health Transformation Audit - Click here. ----------------------------------------------------------- Need more protein in your day? Check out the