Hair Loss and GLP-1 Medications w/ Dr. Kristen Lo Sicco

Busting 5 GLP-1 Myths w/ Christine Grant, NP

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2455627/fan_mail/new] Higher dose isn't better. You're supposed to eat. And no, you don't have to be on Ozempic for life. A nurse practitioner who lost 90 pounds breaks down GLP-1 myths. Ana Reisdorf, MS, RD sits down with Christine Grant, NP, a nurse practitioner at Tyde Wellness and a GLP-1 user who has lost 90 pounds over the last two years. They work through the five myths Christine hears most often in clinic — the "easy way out" framing, the idea you shouldn't be hungry, the belief that higher doses work better, the safety panic, and the "on it for life" assumption — and what the reality actually looks like. IN THIS EPISODE - Why undereating on Ozempic, Wegovy, or Zepbound backfires — fatigue, hair loss, and muscle loss - The 0.5–2 lb per week sweet spot and why higher doses don't mean faster results - Microdosing for maintenance — what it looks like and who it works for - The cardiovascular case for staying on a GLP-1 long term - How to tell when your dose is actually too high (hint: it's not "I'm hungry sometimes") ABOUT THE GUEST Christine Grant is an Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner with clinical expertise in urgent care and telemedicine, dedicated to evidence-based, patient-centered care. She has a strong interest in wellness and innovative therapies, including peptide therapy, as tools to support energy, recovery, and overall well-being. As a mother of three boys, she understands the demands of balancing health, family, and career. Her personal experience with GLP-1s has strengthened her passion for helping others feel their best and live healthier lives. CONNECT WITH CHRISTINE Tyde Wellness: https://tydewellness.com [https://tydewellness.com] SPONSOR Tyde Wellness — sustainable weight loss with support, for women. https://tydewellness.com/GLP1Hub [https://tydewellness.com/GLP1Hub] — use code GLP1HUB50 for $50 off your first month Timeline - http://timeline.com/GLP1HUB [http://timeline.com/GLP1HUB] for 20% off your order Folly — Hair support gummies for GLP-1 users. A 300-person study showed less shedding and fuller hair after 4 weeks. https://follynutrition.com/glp1hub [https://follynutrition.com/glp1hub] — code GLP1HUB for 20% off CHAPTERS 00:00  Why I'll be on a GLP-1 forever 01:43  Meet Christine Grant, NP 02:25  Christine's 90-pound GLP-1 journey 04:30  Myth: GLP-1s are the easy way out 07:30  Myth: You don't eat on a GLP-1 15:25  Myth: Higher dose equals better results 20:00  Why weight loss isn't linear 21:30  Myth: GLP-1s are dangerous 23:58  Myth: You're on it for life 30:05  Final advice and where to find Christine MORE FROM GLP-1 HUB 📬 Get The Steady State, Ana's weekly newsletter with GLP-1 guidance from a dietitian who's on one: http://join.glp-1hub.com [http://join.glp-1hub.com] 🎙 Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts, and if this episode helped, leave a quick review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify - it's the single best way to help more people find the show. 🌐 Shop GLP-1 essentials, meal plans, and recipes: https://shop.glp-1hub.com [https://shop.glp-1hub.com] 📷 Follow on Instagram: @glp1hub [https://www.instagram.com/glp1hub/] 📺 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GLP-1hub [https://www.youtube.com/@GLP-1hub] *Some of the links shared are affiliate links. When you make a purchase, I will receive a small commission at no cost to you. Thank you for supporting the show. *The content of this show is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. The goal of this show is to provide various points of view about GLP-1 Medications. The personal and professional opinion of the guests and their content does not necessarily reflect the opinion of Ana Reisdorf or GLP-1 Hub.

The Truth About Tapering Off GLP-1s with Dr. William Summers

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2455627/fan_mail/new] Most doctors say GLP-1s are for life. After 12+ years of prescribing Ozempic, Wegovy, and Zepbound, this obesity medicine physician disagrees. Ana Reisdorf, MS, RD sits down with Dr. William Summers, an obesity medicine physician double board-certified in OB/GYN, who has been prescribing GLP-1s for over a decade and runs clinical trials on the next generation of these medications. They cover his actual tapering protocol, why real-world side effect rates run far below what the media reports, the one rare complication every patient needs to spot early, and why he believes we're only at the very beginning of what obesity medicine can do. IN THIS EPISODE - The 9-month tapering protocol for coming off Ozempic, Wegovy, or Zepbound - Why media-reported GLP-1 side effect rates don't match what physicians see in clinic - Pancreatitis on GLP-1 medications — the early warning signs every patient should know - Why some people don't respond to Ozempic or Wegovy (cortisol, leptin, and genetics) - What's coming next: triple receptor agonists, Foundayo, and the future of obesity medicine ABOUT THE GUEST Dr. William Summers is a practicing physician in Birmingham, AL, board certified in OB/GYN and Obesity Medicine. CONNECT WITH DR. SUMMERS Practice: The Weight Clinic - http://summersweightclinic.com/ Video series: Weight Management — A Class With ACT -  https://www.youtube.com/@theweightclinic-drsummers SPONSOR Tyde Wellness — sustainable weight loss with support, for women. https://tydewellness.com/GLP1Hub — use code GLP1HUB50 for $50 off your first month CHAPTERS 00:00  The penicillin of weight loss 01:33  Meet Dr. William Summers 03:48  Why obesity is a disease, not a behavior 06:51  The tapering protocol most doctors don't follow 12:51  What the media gets wrong about side effects 15:55  Pancreatitis: the one to watch for 17:56  Gut impaction, gastroparesis, and constipation 20:43  When GLP-1s don't work and why 25:54  What's coming next: triple agonists and oral pills 31:08  Where to find Dr. Summers MORE FROM GLP-1 HUB 📬 Get The Steady State, Ana's weekly newsletter with GLP-1 guidance from a dietitian who's on one: http://join.glp-1hub.com [http://join.glp-1hub.com] 🎙 Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts, and if this episode helped, leave a quick review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify - it's the single best way to help more people find the show. 🌐 Shop GLP-1 essentials, meal plans, and recipes: https://shop.glp-1hub.com [https://shop.glp-1hub.com] 📷 Follow on Instagram: @glp1hub [https://www.instagram.com/glp1hub/] 📺 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GLP-1hub [https://www.youtube.com/@GLP-1hub] *Some of the links shared are affiliate links. When you make a purchase, I will receive a small commission at no cost to you. Thank you for supporting the show. *The content of this show is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. The goal of this show is to provide various points of view about GLP-1 Medications. The personal and professional opinion of the guests and their content does not necessarily reflect the opinion of Ana Reisdorf or GLP-1 Hub.

Massive Changes Coming to Medicare for GLP-1 Users w/ Joseph Zucchi, PA-C

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2455627/fan_mail/new] 14 million seniors may qualify for $50/month Wegovy and Zepbound starting July 1, 2026. Here's exactly how the Medicare GLP-1 Bridge Program works and why the BMI threshold is lower than most people think. Ana Reisdorf, MS, RD sits down with Joe Zucchi, PA-C, a physician associate and obesity medicine specialist on the board of the New England Obesity Society, to break down the new Medicare GLP-1 Bridge Program launching July 1, 2026. They cover who qualifies, which medications are included, the prior authorization process, what happens after the program expires in 2027, and the senior-specific nutrition risks to watch out for. IN THIS EPISODE - The three eligibility categories — including the BMI 27+ pre-diabetes pathway that may qualify millions - Which medications are covered: Wegovy injections, Wegovy pill, Zepbound QuickPen, and Foundayo - How to work with your provider on the prior authorization and what documentation actually matters - What happens after December 31, 2027 — and how the Balance Model is different - Senior-specific risks: muscle loss, sarcopenia, and how to avoid Medicare GLP-1 scams ABOUT THE GUEST Joseph Zucchi, PA-C is the Clinical Supervisor and Physician Associate at Transition Medical Weight Loss in Salem, New Hampshire, where he leads a multidisciplinary obesity medicine program. Under his clinical leadership, the practice has helped patients lose more than 50,000 pounds and has been named Best Weight Loss Center in New Hampshire for three consecutive years. Joe is a board member of the New England Obesity Society and has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, Bloomberg, Healthline, and the Boston Globe. Through his clinical work, teaching, writing, and advocacy, he is committed to advancing evidence-based obesity care and improving long-term health outcomes. CONNECT WITH JOE Practice: Transition Medical Weight Loss (Salem, NH) — https://TransitionSalem.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/josephzucchi/ SPONSORS Timeline - http://timeline.com/GLP1HUB [http://timeline.com/GLP1HUB] for 20% off your order Folly — Hair support gummies for GLP-1 users. A 300-person study showed less shedding and fuller hair after 4 weeks. https://follynutrition.com/glp1hub [https://follynutrition.com/glp1hub] — code GLP1HUB for 20% off RESOURCES Medicare GLP-1 Bridge Program info: https://www.cms.gov/medicare/coverage/prescription-drug-coverage/medicare-glp-1-bridge CHAPTERS 00:00  The BMI 27 surprise 01:25  Meet Joe Zucchi, PA-C 02:51  What the Medicare Bridge Program is 06:14  Who qualifies: the three eligibility categories 09:07  The prior authorization process 14:32  Which medications are covered 19:50  What if you're denied 21:55  What happens after December 2027 25:18  Is this just a political promise 28:35  Senior concerns and scam warnings MORE FROM GLP-1 HUB 📬 Get The Steady State, Ana's weekly newsletter with GLP-1 guidance from a dietitian who's on one: http://join.glp-1hub.com [http://join.glp-1hub.com] 🎙 Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts, and if this episode helped, leave a quick review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify - it's the single best way to help more people find the show. 🌐 Shop GLP-1 essentials, meal plans, and recipes: https://shop.glp-1hub.com [https://shop.glp-1hub.com] 📷 Follow on Instagram: @glp1hub [https://www.instagram.com/glp1hub/] 📺 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GLP-1hub [https://www.youtube.com/@GLP-1hub] *Some of the links shared are affiliate links. When you make a purchase, I will receive a small commission at no cost to you. Thank you for supporting the show. *The content of this show is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. The goal of this show is to provide various points of view about GLP-1 Medications. The personal and professional opinion of the guests and their content does not necessarily reflect the opinion of Ana Reisdorf or GLP-1 Hub.

GLP-1s for Athletes w/ Umo Callins

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2455627/fan_mail/new] Even elite athletes are on Ozempic - and how they fuel, train, and time their dose looks nothing like the standard GLP-1 advice. Ana Reisdorf, MS, RD sits down with Umo Callins, RDN, a board-certified sports dietitian and fitness coach with 15+ years working with athletes from recreational to elite. They cover what actually changes when active people go on Ozempic, Wegovy, Zepbound, or Mounjaro — fueling around training, dose timing in the off-season, strength training non-negotiables, creatine, HMB, and protecting muscle mass when your appetite collapses. IN THIS EPISODE - What Serena Williams' GLP-1 reveal changes about who these medications are for - How to fuel before, during, and after running and endurance training on Ozempic or Wegovy - Why competitive athletes should consider GLP-1s in the off-season, not during competition - The truth about electrolytes — and why "everyone on a GLP-1 needs them" doesn't hold up - Creatine and HMB for protecting muscle mass while losing weight on GLP-1 medications ABOUT THE GUEST Umo Callins is a board-certified sports dietitian and fitness coach with over 15 years of experience working with athletes, teams, and active individuals. She is the co-owner of 180Physique Athletics, a sports performance facility, and the founder and CEO of Well Rooted Health and Nutrition, a group practice offering individualized and corporate nutrition services. She specializes in bridging the gap between performance nutrition and everyday wellness, and is a media dietitian and brand spokesperson featured on TV, radio, and in digital media. As a mom of three, she brings a grounded, real-world perspective to how nutrition fits into busy, active lives. CONNECT WITH UMO Website: https://wellrootedhn.com Instagram: @sassysportsdietitian MORE FROM GLP-1 HUB 📬 Get The Steady State, Ana's weekly newsletter with GLP-1 guidance from a dietitian who's on one: http://join.glp-1hub.com [http://join.glp-1hub.com] 🎙 Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts, and if this episode helped, leave a quick review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify - it's the single best way to help more people find the show. 🌐 Shop GLP-1 essentials, meal plans, and recipes: https://shop.glp-1hub.com [https://shop.glp-1hub.com] 📷 Follow on Instagram: @glp1hub [https://www.instagram.com/glp1hub/] 📺 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GLP-1hub [https://www.youtube.com/@GLP-1hub] *Some of the links shared are affiliate links. When you make a purchase, I will receive a small commission at no cost to you. Thank you for supporting the show. *The content of this show is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. The goal of this show is to provide various points of view about GLP-1 Medications. The personal and professional opinion of the guests and their content does not necessarily reflect the opinion of Ana Reisdorf or GLP-1 Hub.

Why Fiber Matters as Much as Protein on GLP-1 w/ Barbara Ruhs

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2455627/fan_mail/new] Fiber powders aren't fixing your GLP-1 constipation, but the fix might already be sitting in your produce drawer. Ana Reisdorf, MS, RD sits down with fellow registered dietitian Barbara Ruhs, nutrition lead for USA Pears, to unpack why fiber is the missing half of the GLP-1 conversation. They cover why protein gets all the attention while fiber drives the constipation, bloating, and between-meal hunger most people on Ozempic, Wegovy, Zepbound, and Mounjaro are dealing with — and why a whole-food approach beats the powder in your pantry. IN THIS EPISODE - Why fiber matters even more on Ozempic, Wegovy, Zepbound, and Mounjaro - The "fiber maxing" trend and why fiber powders can make constipation worse - Sorbitol explained: the natural sugar in pears that pulls water into your gut - Soluble vs insoluble fiber and why whole foods give you both - "Fiber layering" — a simple strategy to spread fiber across the day instead of dumping it in one meal ABOUT THE GUEST Barbara Ruhs, MS, RDN, is the Director of Nutrition Affairs and Communications for USA Pears and a trusted voice in nutrition with a career spanning fresh produce, food retail, public health, and private practice. A former retail dietitian, she is a strong advocate for dietitians pursuing non-traditional roles in the food industry and launched the first annual conference for supermarket dietitians, which ran from 2009 to 2018. Barbara has directed health professional outreach for global food brands including Avocados From Mexico, UMF™ Mānuka Honey, and Cobram Estate Extra Virgin Olive Oil, and has contributed to Progressive Grocer magazine since 2012. She holds a bachelor's from Cornell University and a master's from Boston University. CONNECT WITH BARBARA USA Pears: https://usapears.org SPONSORS USA Pears — a fiber-rich, naturally hydrating whole fruit grown by family farms in Oregon and Washington. Learn more and find recipes at https://usapears.org Folly — Hair support gummies for GLP-1 users. A 300-person study showed less shedding and fuller hair after 4 weeks. https://follynutrition.com/glp1hub — code GLP1HUB for 20% off MORE FROM GLP-1 HUB 📬 Get The Steady State, Ana's weekly newsletter with GLP-1 guidance from a dietitian who's on one: http://join.glp-1hub.com [http://join.glp-1hub.com] 🎙 Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts, and if this episode helped, leave a quick review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify - it's the single best way to help more people find the show. 🌐 Shop GLP-1 essentials, meal plans, and recipes: https://shop.glp-1hub.com [https://shop.glp-1hub.com] 📷 Follow on Instagram: @glp1hub [https://www.instagram.com/glp1hub/] 📺 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GLP-1hub [https://www.youtube.com/@GLP-1hub] *Some of the links shared are affiliate links. When you make a purchase, I will receive a small commission at no cost to you. Thank you for supporting the show. *The content of this show is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. The goal of this show is to provide various points of view about GLP-1 Medications. The personal and professional opinion of the guests and their content does not necessarily reflect the opinion of Ana Reisdorf or GLP-1 Hub.