Dr. Mackenzie Prentice, a functional medicine nurse practitioner at Lakeside Natural Medicine, will host a Weight Loss Group Visit Series on Thursday, October 15, at Lakeside Natural Medicine, in Shorewood. The program is designed for those considering GLP-1 medications, currently taking them or preparing to discontinue them.

While GLP-1 medications can support weight loss, Prentice says lasting results require attention to nutrition, muscle mass, thyroid function, stress hormones, inflammation, sleep and overall metabolic health. The group visit aims to address gaps that may remain when patients receive a prescription without extensive guidance on lifestyle changes, side effects or maintaining results after discontinuing medication.

Participants will learn about microdosing GLP-1 medications, managing common side effects and potential nutrient deficiencies and using nutrition and lifestyle strategies to support weight-loss goals. The program will also address practical questions surrounding protein and fiber intake, hair loss, nausea and constipation. The $150 program cost includes a take-home guidebook.

Lakeside Natural Medicine emphasizes a “Lifestyle FIRST and Lifestyle ALWAYS” philosophy, with the group setting providing education and community support for sustainable changes.

Prentice, a DNP, focuses on perimenopause and menopause, digestive disorders, weight loss, thyroid conditions and holistic cholesterol management.

To register, call Lakeside Natural Medicine at 414-939-8748 or email [email protected]. For more information, visit LakesideNaturalMedicine.com. See ad on page 37.