Are you taking GLP-1 medications but unsure how it fits into your overall picture of health?
While medications are often helpful and appropriate, relying solely on them without integrating them into a broader wellness plan that addresses underlying causes is an inadequate and short-sighted approach to your health. As healthcare providers and fitness specialists, it is essential that we educate our patients/clients and foster healthy habits, especially for diseases linked to lifestyle.
With all the content on the internet, TV, and social media, it can be hard to sift through the misinformation and even know where to start!
This is where SMTC comes in!
Our staff provides a cost-effective fitness screening and evaluation to gather baseline health information, where we will learn more about your questions, concerns, and health goals. We then provide personalized recommendations for improved health & fitness. We are partners with the SIUE Exercise Physiology Lab and local registered dietician partners if outside testing or nutritional services are needed.
Interested in Our GLP-1 Support?
Email the Wellness Team for more information at [email protected].
But why is this important?
“From 2019 to 2024, the percentage of adult patients with a diagnosis of overweight or obesity increased 50.7 percent, and the percentage of adult patients prescribed any type of GLP-1 drug increased 363.7 percent.” – FAIR Health
And…
Chronic health problems are becoming more costly to treat as overall life expectancy increases. Research from the Journal of Gerontology and Geriatric Medicine shows that obesity and its associated health conditions have contributed to a larger utilization of medical services, including inpatient hospital admission, specialty care and prescription medication.
We know this challenge isn’t just going away and GLP-1s are likely here to stay. However, we believe that with a comprehensive and supportive approach to your wellness, we can help you develop skills to manage your weight and overall health, with an ultimate goal of reducing medication and continuing your progress!
