GLP-1 Hub: Support, Community, and Weight Loss

Ana Reisdorf, MS, RD

Join Ana Reisdorf, dietitian and GLP-1 user, where science meets support, and your weight loss journey is backed by a community that gets it. Whether you're new to GLP-1 medications like Zepbound, Wegovy, Mounjaro or Ozempic, or just looking to optimize your results, this podcast is your trusted space for expert insights, real success stories, and practical strategies to help you feel your best. 

  1. 11H AGO

    GLP-1s, Diabetes, and Why the Weight Loss Came Second w/ Christa Brown, RD

    Send us Fan Mail Before Ozempic was a weight-loss story, it was a diabetes drug - and at diabetes doses, it behaves nothing like the version you've heard about. Registered dietitian Ana Reisdorf sits down with diabetes specialist Christa Brown, RD, to unpack what GLP-1s actually do for type 2 diabetes - and why they rarely cause the blood sugar crashes other diabetes meds do. They cover dosing, A1C, nutrition, and the lifestyle pieces still doing real work alongside the medication. IN THIS EPISODE How GLP-1s lower A1C without causing dangerous low blood sugar - the four-mechanism breakdownMounjaro vs. Ozempic: how diabetes dosing actually differs from weight-loss dosingWhy type 2 diabetes patients shouldn't fear carbs on Ozempic, Wegovy, or MounjaroThe vitamin D, magnesium, and B12 deficiencies behind GLP-1 fatigue, and what to takeAdaptogens, sleep hygiene, and the lifestyle moves that quietly improve blood sugar on their own ABOUT OUR GUEST Christa Brown is a Registered Dietitian and nutrition expert specializing in diabetes, prediabetes, PCOS, and GLP-1 medication support. In addition to working with individual patients, she partners with healthcare practices and organizations to provide nutrition consulting, menu analysis, and workplace wellness support. She has been featured in EatingWell, Good Housekeeping, Women's Health, Real Simple, Business Insider, People, and Parade. Christa has her practice in Woodbridge, NJ and also sees clients across New Jersey virtually. CONNECT WITH CHRISTA Website: https://www.christabrowndietitian.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christabrowndietitian/ 📬 Get The Steady State, Ana's weekly newsletter with GLP-1 guidance from a dietitian who's on one: 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 📷 Follow on Instagram: @glp1hub 📺 Watch on YouTube: 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.

    34 min
  2. 3D AGO

    GLP-1 Fitness for Beginners: How to Build a Routine That Actually Sticks w/ Casey Sines

    Send us Fan Mail You're losing weight on a GLP-1 - so why is starting to exercise still the part you can't make stick? And why does every workout program feel like too much, too fast, the second you actually try? Casey Sines, certified personal trainer and Brello Rise functional training and cardio expert, joins Ana to explain why tiny starting points and habit stacks beat lofty fitness goals - especially when bad knees, packed schedules, and decades of all-or-nothing thinking are all working against you. About the guest: Casey is a NASM-certified personal and group fitness trainer specializing in cardio, strength, and agility training. She is an on-camera coach with Brello Rise, where she leads dynamic functional training, cardio workouts, and recovery sessions. In addition to her work with Brello, Casey has coached across a global portfolio of fitness platforms, including Fitbit, iFit, TRX, FitXR, Aaptiv, Katalyst, and more. Connect with Casey at https://brellohealth.com | Instagram: @brellorise — 🤝 This episode is sponsored by Brello Health Online wellness care plans for women, including GLP-1 and NAD+ therapies under medical provider guidance. Learn more at https://www.brellohealth.com/ 🤝Also sponsored by Maeva - Use the code is ANA15 to  get 15% off your order at http://maeva.com and 🤝Folly - Visit https://follynutrition.com/GLP1HUB to get your hair health gummies — 📬 Get The Steady State, Ana's weekly newsletter with GLP-1 guidance from a dietitian who's on one: 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 📷 Follow on Instagram: @glp1hub 📺 Watch on YouTube: 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.

    32 min
  3. APR 30

    Bariatric Surgery to GLP-1s: Weight Maintenance and Patient Advocacy w/ Zach Niemiec

    Send us Fan Mail Why does maintenance feel like quicksand even after you've lost the weight? And what do you do when even people in the obesity space tell you you "don't look like you need" the meds anymore? Patient advocate Zach Niemiec, a former bariatric patient who lost 150 pounds on a GLP-1, joins Ana to break down the messy maintenance years — and why he calls this moment in obesity medicine a Renaissance. About the guest: Zachary Niemiec, MBA is a patient advocate, Certified Health & Wellness Coach, and Vice President of Global Partnerships & Patient Advocacy at ProCare Health. Zach has been on a lifelong journey with obesity, navigating bariatric and metabolic surgery, medical weight management, and the realities of long-term treatment and lifestyle change. His work focuses on advancing compassionate, evidence-based obesity care, addressing nutritional gaps that can arise during treatment, and helping ensure patients have access to practical tools that support long-term health. Connect with Zach on TikTok: @lucky_finz | Instagram: @lucky_finz | LinkedIn: Zachary Niemiec — 🤝 This episode is sponsored by Brello Health Online wellness care plans for women, including GLP-1 and NAD+ therapies under medical provider guidance. Learn more at https://www.brellohealth.com/ — 📬 Get The Steady State, Ana's weekly newsletter with GLP-1 guidance from a dietitian who's on one: 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 📷 Follow on Instagram: @glp1hub 📺 Watch on YouTube: 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.

    38 min
  4. APR 27

    The Subtle Art of Slowing Down with Beverly Atkins

    Send us Fan Mail You've lost the weight - so why does your brain still see you as heavier? And why does "slowing down" feel nearly impossible when pushing through is how you've survived? Feldenkrais practitioner Beverly Atkins, a lifelong yo-yo dieter and former Facebook exec, joins Ana to explain why nervous system regulation may be the piece of your GLP-1 journey that willpower and meal plans can't touch. In this episode:  Why your brain takes around 6 months to update its internal body map after weight loss and why you still feel heavier than the scale saysWhat somatic exercise actually did to Beverly's food noise (and what it didn't)Why "flexible brains, not flexible bodies" is the real point of this work and why the best lessons are audio-only on purposeThe "hot candle wax" technique Beverly uses with clients and why it doubles as a 2 a.m. sleep hackHow to tell your nervous system is regulating (hint: other people notice before you do)A starting point if every somatic program you've tried felt impossibly slow About the guest: Beverly Atkins is a Guild-Certified Feldenkrais® Practitioner and the founder of Pauseture, an app that makes Feldenkrais Awareness Through Movement® lessons accessible. After putting her back out while working in tech in 2014, she discovered these movement awareness lessons and was surprised to find they improved not only her pain, but also her stress response and relationship with food. Today she focuses on making this approach more accessible through Pauseture, helping people improve nervous system regulation, movement efficiency, and body awareness. Connect with Beverly at pauseture.com | Instagram: @pauseture | Download the app: iOS | Android — 🤝 This episode is sponsored by Brello Health Online wellness care plans for women, including GLP-1 and NAD+ therapies under medical provider guidance. Learn more at https://www.brellohealth.com/ — 📬 Get The Steady State, Ana's weekly newsletter with GLP-1 guidance from a dietitian who's on one: 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 📷 Follow on Instagram: @glp1hub 📺 Watch on YouTube: 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.

    33 min
  5. APR 23

    Resilience Through Diabetes, Multiple Organ Transplants, and GLP-1, w/ Ty Gipson

    Send us Fan Mail What does resilience really look like when your life depends on the next decision? In this episode, Ana Reisdorf talks with Ty Gipson about growing up with type 1 diabetes, losing kidney function, facing dialysis, undergoing multiple organ transplants, and the mindset that helped him keep moving forward through every stage of the journey. They also discuss why his medical team later recommended a GLP-1, what benefits he experienced beyond weight loss, and why he says he feels better now than he has in years. About Ty Gipson: Ty Gipson is a speaker and mindset advocate whose message is built around one core principle: there are no options when it comes to doing what it takes. After facing life-altering challenges that forced him to either grow or die, Ty learned firsthand that progress comes from discipline, ownership, and action, not excuses. Today, he teaches leaders, athletes, and everyday people about his No Options Mindset centered around mental toughness, resilience, and choosing to grow when you have no options. Guest Links: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0QaxAU6ug2Yn13tHOr4V1G LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/ty-gipson-336b84b https://www.instagram.com/tygipson1/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TyGipson Episode Sponsors: Brello: A GLP-1 telehealth platform connecting you with licensed providers. Visit http://brello.com to learn more. 📬 Get The Steady State, Ana's weekly newsletter with GLP-1 guidance from a dietitian who's on one: 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 📷 Follow on Instagram: @glp1hub 📺 Watch on YouTube: 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.

    33 min
  6. APR 20

    Body Composition and Muscle Loss on GLP-1s with Dr. Nina Crowley. RD

    Send us Fan Mail If the scale is going down, how do you know what you're really losing? In this episode, Ana Reisdorf sits down with Dr. Nina Crowley to break down what body composition actually means, why BMI misses so much of the story, how DEXA and bioelectrical impedance differ, and what GLP-1 users should understand about fat loss, fat-free mass, and the ongoing conversation around “muscle loss” during weight loss. Guest Bio: Dr. Nina Crowley, PhD, RDN is an expert in obesity care, body composition, and behavior change. With a background as a bariatric dietitian and a PhD in health psychology, she helps translate complex science into practical, real-life strategies. As Director of Clinical Thought Leadership & Partnerships at Seca, her work focuses on helping people look beyond the scale, understanding changes in fat, muscle, and metabolic health, especially in the era of GLP-1 therapies. Nina is also the host of In the Know with Nina, where she breaks down topics like GLP-1 medications, muscle preservation, and sustainable behavior change in a way that’s clear, compassionate, and actionable. Guest Links: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ninacrowley/ Podcast Channel: In the Know with Nina Podcast Episode Sponsers: Brello: A GLP-1 telehealth platform connecting you with licensed providers. Visit http://brellohealth.com to learn more. Maeva: Use code ANA20 at https://maeva.co/ for 20% off your order. 📬 Get The Steady State, Ana's weekly newsletter with GLP-1 guidance from a dietitian who's on one: 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 📷 Follow on Instagram: @glp1hub 📺 Watch on YouTube: 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.

    37 min
  7. APR 16

    Skin Tightening and Surgery After GLP-1 Weight Loss w/ Dr. Maryam Zamani

    Send us Fan Mail What really happens to your skin after major weight loss on GLP-1 medications, and when does surgery make sense? In this episode, Ana talks with Dr. Maryam Zamani, a double board-certified plastic surgeon, about why loose skin happens, how GLP-1-related skin changes may differ from traditional weight loss, and what people can do before jumping into surgery. They also cover the real role of protein and muscle mass, the limits of non-surgical treatments, and the most common surgical options for the face, breasts, arms, abdomen, thighs, and back after significant weight loss. About Dr. Maryam Zamani: Dr. Maryam Zamani is a dual board-certified plastic surgeon specializing in refined, natural-looking facial, breast, and body procedures, with particular expertise in helping patients navigate the physical changes that follow significant weight loss, including GLP-1 use. Certified in both the U.S. and Canada, fellowship-trained in aesthetic surgery, and an editorial board member for The Aesthetic Surgery Journal, she combines advanced surgical and non-surgical treatments to address loose skin, facial volume loss, breast changes, and body contouring with an elegant, highly individualized approach. Guest Links: Plastic Surgery In Beverly Hills | Cosmetic Surgery In Los Angeleswww.instagram.com/dr.maryamzamaniEpisode Sponsor Brello: A GLP-1 telehealth platform connecting you with licensed providers. Visit http://brellohealth.com to learn more. 📬 Get The Steady State, Ana's weekly newsletter with GLP-1 guidance from a dietitian who's on one: 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 📷 Follow on Instagram: @glp1hub 📺 Watch on YouTube: 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.

    33 min
  8. APR 13

    Life After Food Noise: The Emotional Transition on GLP-1s w/ Jessica Brown

    Send us Fan Mail If GLP-1 medications have quieted your food noise but left you wondering how to handle the emotions underneath it, this episode is for you. Ana talks with Jessica Brown about why weight loss alone does not automatically heal your relationship with food, how self-compassion can help you move out of shame and self-sabotage, and what it looks like to work on identity, coping patterns, and emotional resilience while using GLP-1 medications. This conversation connects the physical effects of medication with the inner work that helps change actually last. About Jessica Brown: Jessica Brown is a clinical nutritionist, Stanford-certified compassion teacher, and author of Beyond the Shot: Inner Work for Lasting Success on Weight Loss Medications. She is the founder of Nourishful Inc., publishing under Inner Well Press, and the creator of the GLP-1 Nutrition Academy. With nearly 25 years of experience, Jessica specializes in helping people navigate the emotional and psychological side of GLP-1 use, including food cravings, binge eating, self-compassion, reparenting, and body image healing. Her work blends evidence-based nutrition with compassionate, therapeutic approaches that support lasting transformation beyond temporary weight loss. Guest Links: The Loving Diet™Self-Compassion Teacher & Clinical Nutritionist — The Loving Diet™Emotional Eating Signals And Solutions — The Loving Diet™Jessica Brown (@thelovingdiet) • Instagram profilehttps://www.linkedin.com/in/thelovingdiet/Episode Sponsors: Brello: A GLP-1 telehealth platform connecting you with licensed providers. Visit http://brellohealth.com to learn more. Harvest Snaps by Calbee America  and enter SNAPS15 at checkout for 15% off your order, now through June 30. 📬 Get The Steady State, Ana's weekly newsletter with GLP-1 guidance from a dietitian who's on one: 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 📷 Follow on Instagram: @glp1hub 📺 Watch on YouTube: 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.

    34 min
4.8
out of 5
173 Ratings

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Join Ana Reisdorf, dietitian and GLP-1 user, where science meets support, and your weight loss journey is backed by a community that gets it. Whether you're new to GLP-1 medications like Zepbound, Wegovy, Mounjaro or Ozempic, or just looking to optimize your results, this podcast is your trusted space for expert insights, real success stories, and practical strategies to help you feel your best. 

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