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What your doctor isn't telling you about GLP-1 Medications & Muscle Loss
Beyond the Scale: The Science of Sustainable Weight Loss (FREE Webinar)
If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing “all the right things” but the scale won’t cooperate—or you’ve lost weight only to regain it later—you’re not alone. And more importantly: it’s not a willpower issue.
Obesity and weight gain are driven by biology, hormones, metabolism, genetics, medications, stress, sleep, and environment. That’s why one-size-fits-all plans and “eat less, move more” advice often fail in real life.
That’s also why I’m hosting a free, science-backed webinar designed to help you understand what’s actually happening in your body—and what sustainable weight loss really requires.
What this webinar is (and isn’t)
This is a medical education webinar led by Dr. Minnie Cruz-Tolentino, MD, FAAFP, DABOM (double board-certified in Family Medicine and Obesity Medicine). It’s built for real people with real lives—busy professionals, parents, and anyone who’s tired of confusion, misinformation, and quick-fix promises.
This webinar is not:
A fad diet
A “detox” pitch
A shame-based lecture
A one-size-fits-all plan
It is:
Evidence-based education
Practical guidance you can apply immediately
A clear explanation of modern medical weight loss options
A focus on long-term health, strength, and metabolic protection
Why “the scale” isn’t the full story
Most people are taught to measure success by one number: weight.
But the scale can’t tell you:
How much fat you’re losing
How much muscle you’re losing
Whether your metabolism is getting stronger or weaker
Whether your plan is setting you up for long-term maintenance
One of the most under-discussed risks in modern weight loss—especially with rapid loss or appetite-suppressing medications—is muscle loss.
In some cases, 25–40% of weight lost can come from lean mass (muscle), not fat. That matters because muscle is a key driver of:
Metabolic rate
Blood sugar control
Strength and energy
Healthy aging and longevity
If you lose muscle, you may end up lighter—but more fatigued, “skinny fat,” and more likely to regain weight.
What you’ll learn in the webinar
1) Why obesity is a medical condition—not a character flaw
We’ll cover the biology of weight regulation, including:
Hunger and satiety hormones
Metabolic adaptation (“why your body fights back”)
Genetics and environment
2) The 5 common drivers of weight gain
Not all weight gain is the same. We’ll discuss patterns such as:
Metabolic weight gain (insulin resistance, prediabetes)
Hormonal weight gain (perimenopause/menopause, PCOS, testosterone changes)
Medication-related weight gain
Stress/sleep-related weight gain
Genetic and epigenetic factors
3) GLP-1 medications: the honest, science-based overview
We’ll break down what people are asking about most:
How GLP-1 medications work
Who may be a good candidate
Who should avoid them
Why medical supervision matters
4) The Muscle Preservation Protocol
You’ll learn the core strategies that help patients lose fat while protecting lean mass, including:
Strength training basics (and what “counts”)
Protein targets and practical ways to hit them
Why “eating too little” can backfire
Better ways to track progress beyond the scale
5) What comprehensive medical weight loss care looks like
We’ll walk through what evidence-based obesity medicine typically includes:
Medical and metabolic assessment
Lab work and body composition tracking
Medication selection and monitoring (when appropriate)
Nutrition, movement, sleep, and stress support
Maintenance planning from day one
Who this is for
This webinar is a great fit if you:
Have tried dieting and regained weight (even multiple times)
Are curious about Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro/Zepbound or other medical options
Feel “off” hormonally (fatigue, belly weight, cravings, sleep issues)
Want to lose weight without sacrificing strength, energy, or long-term health
Want a physician-led, evidence-based approach
About Dr. Minnie Cruz-Tolentino
Dr. Minnie Cruz-Tolentino, MD, FAAFP, DABOM is double board-certified in Family Medicine and Obesity Medicine with over 20 years of clinical experience. She is the Founder and Lead Physician at My Wellness Physicians in Leesburg, Virginia, and a 2025 Best of Loudoun Award winner.
Her philosophy: Prevention over prescription. Partnership over transaction. Transformation over quick fixes.
If you missed this event, don’t worry:
📧 Join our mailing list to get early invites for future workshops
👩⚕️ Schedule a consultation with Dr. Cruz to start your personal journey
📱 Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @mywellnessphysicians for wellness tips, expert insights, and real stories
Beyond the Scale: The Science of Sustainable Weight Loss (FREE Webinar)
If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing “all the right things” but the scale won’t cooperate—or you’ve lost weight only to regain it later—you’re not alone. And more importantly: it’s not a willpower issue.
Obesity and weight gain are driven by biology, hormones, metabolism, genetics, medications, stress, sleep, and environment. That’s why one-size-fits-all plans and “eat less, move more” advice often fail in real life.
That’s also why I’m hosting a free, science-backed webinar designed to help you understand what’s actually happening in your body—and what sustainable weight loss really requires.
What this webinar is (and isn’t)
This is a medical education webinar led by Dr. Minnie Cruz-Tolentino, MD, FAAFP, DABOM (double board-certified in Family Medicine and Obesity Medicine). It’s built for real people with real lives—busy professionals, parents, and anyone who’s tired of confusion, misinformation, and quick-fix promises.
This webinar is not:
A fad diet
A “detox” pitch
A shame-based lecture
A one-size-fits-all plan
It is:
Evidence-based education
Practical guidance you can apply immediately
A clear explanation of modern medical weight loss options
A focus on long-term health, strength, and metabolic protection
Why “the scale” isn’t the full story
Most people are taught to measure success by one number: weight.
But the scale can’t tell you:
How much fat you’re losing
How much muscle you’re losing
Whether your metabolism is getting stronger or weaker
Whether your plan is setting you up for long-term maintenance
One of the most under-discussed risks in modern weight loss—especially with rapid loss or appetite-suppressing medications—is muscle loss.
In some cases, 25–40% of weight lost can come from lean mass (muscle), not fat. That matters because muscle is a key driver of:
Metabolic rate
Blood sugar control
Strength and energy
Healthy aging and longevity
If you lose muscle, you may end up lighter—but more fatigued, “skinny fat,” and more likely to regain weight.
What you’ll learn in the webinar
1) Why obesity is a medical condition—not a character flaw
We’ll cover the biology of weight regulation, including:
Hunger and satiety hormones
Metabolic adaptation (“why your body fights back”)
Genetics and environment
2) The 5 common drivers of weight gain
Not all weight gain is the same. We’ll discuss patterns such as:
Metabolic weight gain (insulin resistance, prediabetes)
Hormonal weight gain (perimenopause/menopause, PCOS, testosterone changes)
Medication-related weight gain
Stress/sleep-related weight gain
Genetic and epigenetic factors
3) GLP-1 medications: the honest, science-based overview
We’ll break down what people are asking about most:
How GLP-1 medications work
Who may be a good candidate
Who should avoid them
Why medical supervision matters
4) The Muscle Preservation Protocol
You’ll learn the core strategies that help patients lose fat while protecting lean mass, including:
Strength training basics (and what “counts”)
Protein targets and practical ways to hit them
Why “eating too little” can backfire
Better ways to track progress beyond the scale
5) What comprehensive medical weight loss care looks like
We’ll walk through what evidence-based obesity medicine typically includes:
Medical and metabolic assessment
Lab work and body composition tracking
Medication selection and monitoring (when appropriate)
Nutrition, movement, sleep, and stress support
Maintenance planning from day one
Who this is for
This webinar is a great fit if you:
Have tried dieting and regained weight (even multiple times)
Are curious about Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro/Zepbound or other medical options
Feel “off” hormonally (fatigue, belly weight, cravings, sleep issues)
Want to lose weight without sacrificing strength, energy, or long-term health
Want a physician-led, evidence-based approach
About Dr. Minnie Cruz-Tolentino
Dr. Minnie Cruz-Tolentino, MD, FAAFP, DABOM is double board-certified in Family Medicine and Obesity Medicine with over 20 years of clinical experience. She is the Founder and Lead Physician at My Wellness Physicians in Leesburg, Virginia, and a 2025 Best of Loudoun Award winner.
Her philosophy: Prevention over prescription. Partnership over transaction. Transformation over quick fixes.
If you missed this event, don’t worry:
📧 Join our mailing list to get early invites for future workshops
👩⚕️ Schedule a consultation with Dr. Cruz to start your personal journey
📱 Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @mywellnessphysicians for wellness tips, expert insights, and real stories