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Nov 2024
24m 33s

#86 - Sleeping Pills & Weight Loss

DR. MATT WALKER
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Join Matt today as he explores the fascinating intersection of sleep, metabolism, and weight management, delving into the science of dual orexin receptor antagonists (DORAs). This episode dissects a groundbreaking study on suvorexant (Belsomra), an FDA-approved insomnia medication, and its potential to enhance fat burning during sleep. Matt unpacks the role ... Show More
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