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January 23, 2025 29 mins

Could unlocking the secrets of a healthier lifestyle be as simple as understanding our bodies better?

With New Year resolutions on everyone’s mind, we felt now is a great time to revisit a fan-favorite conversation with Dr. Brytney Cobia, an obesity medicine specialist from Vulcan Wellness and Aesthetics. 

Tune in to explore how Dr. Cobia’s expertise in obesity medicine is transforming lives, including her journey from hospitalist to wellness guide, and real stories from Jack and Alison’s health adventures.

Jack, Alison, and Dr. Brytney discuss: 

  • Introduction to GLP1 medications and their ground-breaking effects on weight loss [00:11:09]
  • The surprising connection between insulin resistance and energy use in aging [00:09:36]
  • Real-life success stories using GLP1 drugs, including Jack and Allison’s personal weight loss journeys [00:19:50]
  • Navigating insurance requirements and the cost of weight loss medications [00:22:37]
  • Comprehensive strategies for maintaining weight loss and building confidence in fitness [00:26:18]
  • And more

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About Dr. Brytney Cobia:

Dr. Cobia is double-boarded in Internal Medicine and Obesity Medicine. She was born and raised in Birmingham, which is where she has ultimately settled to raise her family and grow her medical practice. She attended the University of Alabama where she double majored in Biology and Psychology. She then attended the University of South Alabama School of Medicine in Mobile, AL. She returned to Birmingham

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