The Holistic GLP-1 Podcast with Elizabeth McGann

You released the weight. You’re feeling healthier. Your confidence is coming back.So why do some of your relationships suddenly feel different?In this episode, Elizabeth explores something we don’t talk about enough: when you change, your relationships may need to change with you. A significant weight release can shift far more than your body. It can change how you see yourself, how you show up in the world, and the roles you’ve always played in your marriage, friendships, dating life and even professionally.Elizabeth shares her own experience of changing her relationship with food and alcohol, becoming healthier and more confident, and discovering that some of the relationships built around her old lifestyle no longer worked in quite the same way. She also talks about the uncomfortable “in-between”: when you’ve outgrown parts of your old life but haven’t fully built the new one yet, and what you can do to navigate that space while your new life takes shape.Sometimes relationships deepen. Sometimes they need to evolve. And sometimes you realize you’ve simply outgrown each other. The key is understanding that grieving and growing can happen at the same time, and the new life will continue to take shape.IN THIS EPISODE:Why weight loss can create an unexpected identity shiftWhat happens when people are still relating to the old version of youHow greater confidence can change friendships, marriage, intimacy and workThe loneliness and grief that can come with the “in-between”Why some relationships become stronger while others may no longer fitHow to create new ways of connecting with the people you loveHow to navigate the in-between while your new life takes shapeFREE MASTERCLASS: How To Microdose A GLP-1 Holistically: https://go.elizabethmcgann.com/masterclassSHOW NOTES(00:10) — When Weight Loss Changes More Than Your Body. Why a significant transformation can ripple into your marriage, friendships, sex life and even how you show up professionally. 78. GLP-1 Weight Loss Can Chang…(02:31) — Elizabeth’s Own Transformation. How changing her relationship with food and alcohol improved her health and confidence and unexpectedly changed some of her relationships. 78. GLP-1 Weight Loss Can Chang…(04:25) — The Lonely “In-Between.” What happens when you’ve put down old behaviors and outgrown parts of your old life, but haven’t fully built the new one yet. 78. GLP-1 Weight Loss Can Chang…(05:02) — When Your Identity Changes. New confidence, boundaries and self-care can shift the role you’ve always played, and the people around you may need time to adjust. 78. GLP-1 Weight Loss Can Chang…(05:39) — Your Relationships May Need to Evolve. Why some relationships get better, while others may need to take a different shape as your life changes. 78. GLP-1 Weight Loss Can Chang…(07:16) — Creating New Ways to Connect. How healthier choices can reveal which relationships are nourishing and how couples and friends can build new experiences together. 78. GLP-1 Weight Loss Can Chang…(08:35) — Grieving and Growing at the Same Time. How to recognize the uncomfortable transition between the life you’ve outgrown and the one you’re still creating. 78. GLP-1 Weight Loss Can Chang…(09:45) — Keep Going. The New Life Will Take Shape. Give the people you love an opportunity to meet you where you are while giving yourself permission to notice what no longer fits. 78. GLP-1 Weight Loss Can Chang…***Get Connected with Elizabeth McGann:FREE MICRODOSING MASTERCLASS: https://go.elizabethmcgann.com/masterclassJOIN OUR FREE SKOOL COMMUNITY - https://www.skool.com/holistic-glp-1-1163/aboutInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/elizabethmcgannFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElizabethMcGannWellnessLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethmcgannX/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ElizabethMcGann

In this solo "mini-sode," Elizabeth McGann powerfully challenges one of the most common—and potentially harmful—misconceptions in the GLP-1 conversation: that hunger should disappear entirely. Drawing from her experience as a holistic nutritionist, Elizabeth reframes hunger not as the enemy, but as an essential signal the body needs to function, heal and thrive.She explores how over-reliance on GLP-1 medications can lead to disconnection from the body, loss of muscle, and long-term setbacks—and offers a more sustainable, empowering approach. By combining thoughtful medication use with foundational nutrition, metabolic support, and lifestyle strategies, listeners are invited to discover how to regulate hunger rather than suppress it.If you’re navigating GLP-1s—whether starting, adjusting, or considering a natural approach—this episode offers a mindset shift that could transform your results and your relationship with your body.***[ 0:00 ] Why We Need to Rethink Hunger on GLP-1 Medications[ 3:10 ] Why Chasing Zero Hunger on GLP-1 is Problematic[ 5:40 ] How to Find the Right GLP-1 Dose for Sustainable Weight Release[ 8:20 ] The Importance of Regulating Hunger Holistically for True FreedomGet Connected with Elizabeth McGannCheck out the new Youtube Channel! https://www.youtube.com/@ElizabethMcGannTubeInstagram: https://www.Instagram.com/ElizabethMcGannFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElizabethMcGannWellnessLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ElizabethMcGannX: https://twitter.com/ElizabethMcGann

What if the biggest mistake people are making on GLP-1 medications isn’t the drug—but how they’re using it?In this episode, Elizabeth sits down with leading endocrinologist and 20-year GLP-1 researcher Dr. Zhenqi Liu to unpack the hidden risks of rapid weight loss—including muscle loss, metabolic slowdown, and rebound fat gain—and how to avoid them.If you want to lose weight without sacrificing your metabolism, this conversation is essential.***SHOW NOTES[ 00:00 ] Introduction: The 7-Step GLP-1 Muscle Loss Cycle[ 03:30 ] Why Fast Weight Loss Backfires[ 07:00 ] Malnutrition: The Silent Risk[ 10:30 ] Why the Body Breaks Down Muscle First[ 14:00 ] Muscle Quality vs. Quantity in Obesity[ 17:30 ] Fat Inside Muscle & Metabolic Dysfunction[ 21:00 ] The Turning Point: Protecting Muscle During Weight Loss[ 24:30 ] Who Should Use GLP-1s (and Who Shouldn’t)[ 28:00 ] The Exercise Formula That Changes Everything[ 28:00 ] The Exercise Formula That Changes Everything[ 31:30 ] Cardiovascular Fitness & Longevity[ 35:00 ] Nutrition Mistakes That Undermine Results[ 38:30 ] “Eat Even If You’re Not Hungry”[ 42:00 ] Protein: The Non-Negotiable Nutrient[ 45:30 ] Protein + Strength Training: The Winning Combination[ 49:00 ] Protein Sources, Powders & Amino Acids[ 52:30 ] Are GLP-1s a Long-Term Solution?[ 56:00 ] Lower Doses & Smarter Use[ 59:30 ] The Rebound Effect Explained[ 1:03:00 ] The Most Common Mistakes People Make[ 1:06:30 ] Why Strength Matters More Than the Scale[ 1:10:00 ] Is Obesity a Disease?[ 1:13:30 ] Do You Need GLP-1s for Life?[ 1:17:00 ] The Real Secret to Sustainable Results**Get Connected with Elizabeth McGann:Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/elizabethmcgannFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElizabethMcGannWellnessLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethmcgannX/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ElizabethMcGann***Learn more about Dr. Zhenqi LiuUniversity of Virginia Profile: https://med.virginia.edu/endocrinology-metabolism/research/endocrine-investigators/zhenqi-liu/X/Twitter: https://x.com/DrZhenqiLiu

One of the biggest fears women have when starting GLP-1 medications isn't losing the weight —it's what happens after. Do I have to stay on this forever? Will I regain the weight if I stop? Is there a right way to transition into maintenance? In this powerful, science-grounded episode, Elizabeth sits down with Dr. Holly Wyatt—endocrinologist, obesity medicine physician, and author of Losing the Weight Loss Meds—to explore what actually helps people keep weight off long-term, with or without medication. This conversation bridges medical science with real-world behavior change, mindset, identity, and lifestyle—and fits seamlessly into the Holistic GLP-1 Method. If you're thinking about maintenance, transition, or long-term freedom from food struggle, this episode is essential listening. *** SHOW NOTES [ 00:00 ] Introduction [ 02:30 ] Why Dr. Wyatt wrote a book about getting OFF GLP-1s [ 03:55 ] Do you really have to stay on GLP-1s for life? [ 04:25 ] Why weight regain happens [ 05:20 ] What the data tells us (and what we're still learning) [ 07:45 ] GLP-1s as "training wheels" [ 08:30 ] Begin with the end in mind [ 09:05 ] The three pillars of successful maintenance [ 10:00 ] Why environment can make or break maintenance [ 11:20 ] Blood sugar, appetite & GLP-1 physiology (made simple) [ 13:25 ] Can lifestyle replace medication effects? [ 14:40 ] Quality vs. quantity of weight loss [ 15:20 ] The Appetite Reset Meal [ 17:40 ] Why breakfast matters more than you think [ 19:30 ] No dogma: one size never fits all [ 20:05 ] The Satiety Snack strategy [ 22:30 ] Physical activity is for maintenance, not weight loss [ 23:05 ] Metabolic flexibility explained [ 24:30 ] Why some people's weight never changes [ 26:10 ] The Supper Club strategy [ 27:55 ] The #1 mistake when stopping GLP-1s [ 29:40 ] Weight loss vs. weight maintenance are different phases [ 31:00 ] The 10-week transition plan overview [ 32:30 ] Microdosing: what we know and don't know yet [ 35:10 ] Side effects: what's normal and when to get help [ 37:35 ] Freedom as the real goal [ 42:15 ] Why weight loss alone doesn't create happiness [ 45:25 ] Food, addiction & filling life with more than food [ 46:15 ] Mind state vs. mindset [ 47:05 ] Identity shifts and long-term success [ 48:40 ] Menopause, midlife & possibility [ 52:00 ] Trusting your body without medication [ 54:00 ] Where to find Dr. Holly Wyatt [ 55:00 ] Final reflections *** 🔗 Mentioned in This Episode: Learn how to activate GLP-1 naturally and silence cravings! CLICK HERE TO GET ⇒ Free Masterclass: Freedom From Food Noise: https://go.elizabethmcgann.com/start *** Get Connected with Elizabeth McGann: Coaching Website: http://www.ElizabethMcGann.com Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/elizabethmcgann Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElizabethMcGannWellness LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethmcgann X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ElizabethMcGann *** Learn more about Dr. Holly Wyatt Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drhollywyatt/?hl=en Website and Book: https://www.weightwisdom.com/

If you've been doing everything "right" and your body still feels stuck…This episode is for you. Low energy. Weight that won't budge. Bloating, joint pain, inflammation. Food noise that feels louder than ever. That was me too. I'm a 52-year-old holistic nutritionist & Life Coach—and I was deeply skeptical of GLP-1s. The side effects? Muscle loss? Ozempic-face? Dependence? Hard pass. But then something kept happening. More than a few of my forward-thinking clients quietly shared the same story. They were microdosing GLP-1s with progressive doctors — and their bodies were responding in ways I couldn't ignore. That's when it clicked: My problem wasn't perimenopause. My problem was a closed mind. So I did what I always do — I learned. I went deep into the research and started this podcast to understand what actually works…and what doesn't. In this week's solo episode, I'm sharing the 9 GLP-1 truths I wish I'd known sooner. No hype. No fear. Just a grounded, holistic perspective. *** SHOW NOTES [ 00:00 ] Introduction [ 01:59 ] Truth #1: Standard Doses Are Often Too High [ 02:32 ] Truth #2: Healing Must Come First [ 03:02 ] Truth #3: A Healthier Metabolism Needs Less Medication [ 03:32 ] Truth #4: Side Effects Are Signals, Not the Cost of Entry [ 04:06 ] Truth #5: Reduced Inflammation Is the Real Win [ 04:36 ] Truth #6: Muscle Is Non-Negotiable [ 05:08 ] Truth #7: Slower Weight Loss Is Better Weight Loss [ 05:36 ] Truth #8: Most People Are Using GLP-1s Incorrectly [ 06:05 ] Truth #9: Freedom Is the Goal *** 🔗 Mentioned in This Episode: Learn how to activate GLP-1 naturally and silence cravings! CLICK HERE TO GET ⇒ Free Masterclass: Freedom From Food Noise: https://go.elizabethmcgann.com/start *** Get Connected with Elizabeth McGann: Coaching Website: http://www.ElizabethMcGann.com Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/elizabethmcgann Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElizabethMcGannWellness LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethmcgann X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ElizabethMcGann

What if I told you that the side effects of nausea, constipation, muscle loss AND burnout on GLP-1s are not inevitable? That in many cases, they're simply a sign the medication is being used the wrong way? In this week's episode of The Holistic GLP-1 Podcast, I sit down with Dr. Matthea Rentea—a double board-certified obesity medicine physician who is quietly revolutionizing how GLP-1s are used in clinical practice. This is one of the most nuanced, compassionate and empowering conversations we've had about how using GLP-1 medications can be part of a true healing journey—not a crash-and-burn weight loss strategy. *** SHOW NOTES [ 00:00 ] Introduction [ 01:20 ] How GLP-1s Changed Obesity Medicine [ 05:05 ] Why Dr. Rentea Practices Holistic Medicine [ 06:45 ] Dosing Strategy: Why The "Lowest Effective Dose" Works Best [ 10:00 ] Carbohydrates, Insulin Resistance & Food Ordering [ 13:40 ] How to Identify Insulin Resistance Early [ 16:50 ] Why Side Effects Are Often Preventable [ 18:40 ] Protein, Fiber & Protecting Muscle and Longevity [ 22:20 ] Lean Mass vs. Skeletal Muscle Mass [ 25:20 ] Bone Health, Strength Training & Aging [ 28:30 ] Mindset, Identity & Behavior Change [ 33:10 ] Dr. Rentea's Personal Weight Journey [ 36:20 ] Are GLP-1s Lifelong? [ 41:00 ] Can You "Re-sensitize" to GLP-1s? [ 45:10 ] Genetics, Satiety Signaling & Healing Shame [ 50:30 ] Supplements on a GLP-1 Journey [ 54:50 ] What Real Success Looks Like on GLP-1s *** 🔗 Mentioned in This Episode: CLICK HERE TO GET ⇒ Free Masterclass: Freedom From Food Noise: https://go.elizabethmcgann.com/start *** Get Connected with Elizabeth McGann: Coaching Website: http://www.ElizabethMcGann.com Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/elizabethmcgann Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElizabethMcGannWellness LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethmcgann X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ElizabethMcGann *** Learn more about Dr. Matthea Rentea: Website: https://www.renteaclinic.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matthearenteamd/?hl=en

Welcome back to The Holistic GLP-1 Podcast— where we elevate your GLP-1 journey and your whole life: body, mind, and soul. One question I get asked constantly when I start working with a new client in our practice is: 'Why am I doing everything right but still not seeing results?'—If you're feeling stuck, I want you to know you are not broken. There's just some things you need to learn. And that's why I brought on our guest today Erin Palinski-Wade —she's a serious badass - a powerhouse registered dietitian, certified diabetes specialist (this women understand blood sugar which you'll learn is the secret to success on an off of GLP-1) she's a bestselling author, and scientific advisor to my favorite tracking app MyFitnessPal. We get into some topics you'll definitely find enlightening…including what it means to be an elite "super-responder" on a GLP-1, and how to eat like one. Before we dive in — if you're ready jumpstart your success and learn how to do GLP-1s the right way, grab my free Freedom From Food Noise Masterclass in the show notes. So let's get into it! SHOW NOTES [ 00:00 ] Introduction [ 02:00 ] GLP-1s Are a Tool (Not the Whole Plan) [ 05:00 ] Eating Like a Super Responder [ 08:15 ] How Much Protein Do You Really Need? [ 10:40 ] Can You Trigger GLP-1 Naturally? Yes. [ 14:20 ] Insulin Resistance: The Silent Blocker [ 18:50 ] Why Some People Only Need a Microdose [ 22:50 ] How to Avoid Losing Muscle (and Crushing Metabolism) [ 28:30 ] Perimenopause, Menopause & Carb Targets [ 34:00 ] Should You Get a DEXA Scan? [ 40:40 ] How to Maintain Results After Stopping GLP-1s [ 44:20 ] Mindset for Lasting Change (No More "Perfection") [ 51:00 ] Erin's Work + Inspiration *** 🔗 Mentioned in This Episode: Learn how to activate GLP-1 naturally and silence cravings! CLICK HERE TO GET ⇒ Free Masterclass: Freedom From Food Noise: https://go.elizabethmcgann.com/start *** Get Connected with Elizabeth McGann: Coaching Website: http://www.ElizabethMcGann.com Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/elizabethmcgann Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElizabethMcGannWellness LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethmcgann X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ElizabethMcGann *** Learn more about Erin Palinski-Wade: Website: https://erinpalinski.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/erinpalinskiwade/?hl=en

In one of the most emotionally raw and empowering conversations yet, we sit down with Kim Carlos—host of the award-winning Plus Sidez Podcast— for an unforgettable deep dive into how GLP-1 medications are changing the way the world understands obesity. Kim's journey began with a lifetime of diets, shame and self-blame, until a single prescription flipped the switch. The "food noise" that had dominated her thoughts since childhood finally went silent. What followed was nothing short of transformational: 110 pounds lost, mental clarity restored, and a mission to educate millions that obesity is not a moral failing but rather a chronic, treatable disease. We This get into some other juicy and eye-opening details, including the real obstacles preventing affordable access to GLP-1s; the controversial "Gray Market" for these medications; and what ultimately happens when self-compassion replaces self-blame. This podcast sheds real light on both the science and the humanity behind GLP-1s. So let's dive in! SHOW NOTES [ 00:00 ] Introduction [ 03:45 ] Kim's Childhood Weight Struggles [ 07:30 ] College trauma and major weight gain [ 11:15 ] Pregnancy, loss and plateau [ 15:00 ] Pandemic injury and a compassionate clinician [ 18:45 ] Starting GLP-1 therapy [ 22:15 ] Silencing the "Food Noise" [ 26:00 ] Understanding food noise vs. cravings [ 30:00 ] Birth of The Plus Sides Podcast [ 33:45 ] Community education during shortages [ 37:30 ] Media whiplash and Weight Watchers' pivot [ 41:00 ] From weight loss to holistic health [ 45:00 ] Debate: treatment vs. cure [ 48:45 ] Bridging holistic and clinical models [ 52:15 ] Stigma and the myth of the shortcut [ 56:00 ] Rosie O'Donnell impact and advocacy wins [ 59:45 ] Capitol Hill and systemic change [ 63:30 ] The economics of access [ 67:15 ] Social-media responsibility [ 71:00 ] The emotional aftermath of transformation [ 74:30 ] Hope, realism and maintenance [ 78:00 ] Closing reflections *** 🔗 Mentioned in This Episode: Learn how to activate GLP-1 naturally and silence cravings! CLICK HERE TO GET ⇒ Free Masterclass: Freedom From Food Noise: https://go.elizabethmcgann.com/start *** Get Connected with Elizabeth McGann: Coaching Website: http://www.ElizabethMcGann.com Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/elizabethmcgann Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElizabethMcGannWellness LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethmcgann X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ElizabethMcGann *** Learn more about Kim Carlos: Website: https://theplussidez.net/ Instagram: hhttps://www.instagram.com/theplussidezpodcast/