#373 The GLP-1 Revolution: How to Support Natural Production Through Food and Supplements with Shefaly Ravula, PA-C

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This week on The Less Stressed Life Podcast, we’re diving into the world of gut health, metabolism, and the hottest new trend in health: GLP-1 medications! 🎉 I had the pleasure of chatting with the amazing Shefaly Ravula, a PA-C and founder of Precision Gut Health, who’s on a mission to transform gut and metabolic health using a fusion of culinary medicine, advanced labs, and a whole lot of passion. 🌱✨

We’re tackling everything from the role of GLP-1 agonists (think Ozempic and Wegovy) to how gut health impacts metabolism and longevity. Curious about how these medications work and why they’ve become so popular lately? Shefaly breaks it all down, including why supporting your body’s natural GLP-1 production with fiber and polyphenols is just as important.

It’s a juicy episode filled with practical tips on managing gut health, exploring the science behind GLP-1, and why it’s essential to approach weight loss holistically. Plus, we’re dishing on healing spices and their magic in supporting gut health! 🌶️💪

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

• What GLP-1 agonists (Ozempic, Wegovy) are and how they work
• Why gut health is key to metabolism and longevity
• The difference between natural GLP-1 production and medication
• How to support your body’s own GLP-1 with fiber, polyphenols, and healing spices
• Should you be taking GLP-1 medications? Shefaly’s take on who benefits the most!
• The healing power of “Vitamin C”—community—and “Vitamin J,” joy

ABOUT GUEST:
Shefaly Ravula, PA-C, is the visionary founder of Precision Gut Health, a virtual telehealth practice on a mission to unlock the secrets of gut health, metabolic balance, and longevity. At the heart of her practice lies a powerful fusion of culinary medicine, advanced labs, and a profound commitment to digestive and metabolic health optimization. She is dedicated to guiding patients towards a future where gut health and longevity are intricately entwined—and where vibrant health is not just a destination but a lifelong journey.

FREEBIES FROM SHEFALY:
Download Your Free Gut Health Survival Guide at https://precisionguthealth.com/

Gut Healing Herb Guide: https://precisionguthealth.com/gut-healing-herbs-and-spices-guide/

WHERE TO FIND:
Website: https://precisionguthealth.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/precisionguthealth/

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NUTRITION PHILOSOPHY:

• Over restriction is dead
• Whole food is soul food and fed is best
• Sustainable, synergistic nutrition is in (the opposite of whack-a-mole supplementation & supplement graveyards)
• You don’t have to figure it out alone
• Do your best and leave the rest