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Managing Obesity with GLP-1s: Expert Consensus on Nutrition and Lifestyle Guidance

Course Expires May 14, 2029

Credits: 2

Profession: RDN/NDTR, CDCES

Required Reading 1

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Learn and review critical practice recommendations to support patients utilizing GLP-1s with this case-based self study course.

Course Description

The required reading for this course was developed by an international, multidisciplinary panel that consisted of physicians, clinical researchers, and dietitians. The panel was tasked with creating clinical practice recommendations that address nutrition and lifestyle approaches to support patients utilizing glucagon-like peptide 1 based therapies (GBT). Overall, the required reading describes 52 consensus statements that outline key strategies relevant to the treatment and management of obesity with GBTs.

After completing the required reading, learners will evaluate their knowledge through the continuing professional education self-assessment test. This case-study based exam will assess the learner’s understanding of the consensus recommendations and the critical role of nutrition therapy in supporting patients before, during, and after the use of GLP-1 medications.

The required reading serves as an invaluable reference for registered dietitian nutritionists, certified diabetes care and education specialists, nutrition and dietetic technicians, registered, and nutrition educators. The case-study based continuing professional education exam reviews key aspects of the text and assists the learner with practical application of the content.

Purchasing Options: This is available as eDocument plus CPE Test only. Includes a link to the required reading in the course document, electronic test, and 1 certificate with passing grade.

After completion of this CPE program, the participants will be able to:

Interpret and apply the appropriate evidence-based literature and standards for determining the nutrition needs of patients utilizing GLP-1 – based therapies for weight management.
Integrate new knowledge of obesity and weight management into clinical nutrition practice.
Develop nutrition prescriptions for clients/patients utilizing GLP-1 medications to communicate their customized diet, considering client values and nutrition needs.
Monitor responses and effects of GLP-1 medications and take required action to modify or adjust the clients’ nutrition treatment plan.

This course is intended for: RDNs, CDCESs and NDTRs

Managing Obesity with GLP-1s: Expert Consensus on Nutrition and Lifestyle Guidance awards 2 CPEUs in accordance with the Commission on Dietetic Registration CPEU Approval.

CDR Activity Number: 192954 Self Study Activity Type: 741 Enduring Activity

CPE Level: II

Suggested CDR Performance Indicators:

9.1.1 Interprets and applies the appropriate evidence-based literature and standards for determining nutrition needs of target audiences.
9.2.4 Integrates new knowledge of disease states and clinical conditions into practice.
11.3.6 Develops nutrition prescriptions to communicate clients’/patients’ customized diet, considering client values and nutrition needs.
11.4.6 Monitors responses and effects of nutrition-related drugs and takes required action to make modifications or adjustments to treatment plans.

Numerous other Performance Indicators may apply.

This self-study course includes required reading, a downloadable course document and an online exam with multiple choice questions. Upon passing the test, the learner can download and print the certificate.

Required Reading for this Course: Sievenpiper JL, Ard J, Blüher M, et al. Nutritional and lifestyle supportive care recommendations for management of obesity with GLP-1 – based therapies: An expert consensus statement using a modified Delphi approach. Obes Pillars. 2025;17:100228. Published 2025 Nov 11. (A link to the articles are included in the downloadable course document).

Disclaimer: The text associated with this course is required solely for the course taker to learn the underlying principles that will be applied in taking a case-study based exam. Neither the authors nor the publishers of the text/book have contributed to or endorsed this course.

Praise for Managing Obesity with GLP-1s: Expert Consensus on Nutrition and Lifestyle Guidance

This continuing education program reviews important aspects of supporting patients with obesity who are prescribed GLP-1 medication. It is a timely and informative course for nutrition professionals, especially those working with this patient population. The case study format provides real-life application, while the exam questions highlight relevant nutrition-related concerns.

GLP-1 Therapy for Patients with Obesity: Identifying Solutions to Optimize Nutrition
Aimee Shea, MPH, RDN, CCMS, LD

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