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Dr. Buchanan & Peter Richards Join Drs. Mabry & Lee To Discuss Viral Health Truths/Myths

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On this episode of Local Matters Health Matters, hosts Drs. Mabry & Lee are joined by local family physician Dr. Ernie Buchanan of Upper Cumberland Family Physicians and Peter Richards, a third-year medical student at LMU, to separate health facts from social media fiction. They discuss the science behind GLP-1 weight loss medications, high-protein diets, intermittent fasting, continuous glucose monitors, gut health, probiotics, and other popular wellness trends. The conversation offers practical, evidence-based advice to help listeners navigate today's health information with confidence while emphasizing healthy lifestyle habits over online hype.

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