The Holistic GLP-1 Podcast with Elizabeth McGann

Elizabeth McGann
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Stop doing GLP-1s wrong. Discover how to microdose, release weight and actually heal your body — on the world's #1-ranked podcast for holistic GLP-1 weight loss. Elizabeth McGann, holistic nutritionist, life coach, and microdosing GLP-1 user, shows women how to reach their happy weight, balance hormones and get their sexy back by activating their body's own GLP-1, often with less medication, or none at all. This isn't just weight loss. It's a full-life reboot! Through her signature program, Finally F*cking Free™, group and 1:1 coaching, she teaches The Holistic GLP-1 Method™ "where metabolic science meets intuition, and weight release becomes freedom in every dimension.

  1. 3d ago

    Why Some Women Thrive on GLP-1s (And Others Don't)

    Why do two women follow the same nutrition plan, take the same GLP-1 medication, and get completely different results? In this episode, Elizabeth introduces one of the most important concepts behind the Holistic GLP-1 Method™: the difference between the Outer Game of weight loss and the Inner Game that quietly determines whether change actually lasts. While nutrition, protein, strength training, hormones, gut health, and GLP-1s all matter, lasting transformation happens when you also change your identity, beliefs, and relationship with yourself. Through the story of one client, Rebecca, Elizabeth shares why healing your inner world often becomes the catalyst for lasting changes in your outer world—and why true freedom isn't just about losing weight, but becoming the healthiest version of yourself. In This Episode You'll Learn: Why two women can follow the exact same plan and experience completely different outcomesThe difference between the Outer Game and the Inner GameWhy information alone rarely creates transformationHow your identity shapes your daily habits and decisionsThe role self-talk and beliefs play in long-term weight lossWhy you can't heal a body you're constantly criticizingA powerful mindset shift that changes your relationship with food and your bodyHow the Holistic GLP-1 Method integrates body, mind, and soul for lasting resultsA real client story illustrating the power of identity workDetails about Elizabeth's upcoming free masterclass on holistic GLP-1 microdosing*** (00:00) Welcome to the Holistic GLP-1 Podcast (00:54) Why Two Women Can Get Completely Different Results (01:37) Most Women Are Playing the Wrong Game (02:00) The Outer Game: Nutrition, GLP-1s & Lifestyle (02:50) The Inner Game Runs the Outer Game (03:55) The Roots Create the Fruits (05:10) Why Information Alone Doesn't Create Transformation (05:35) The Question That Changes Everything (07:03) Rebecca's Story: Healing the Inner Game First (08:47) Identity, Self-Talk & Learning to Trust Your Body (09:22) Bringing the Inner and Outer Game Together (09:38) Free Masterclass Invitation & Final Thoughts *** 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

    Why Some Women Thrive on GLP-1s (And Others Don't)

  2. Jul 1

    How Hormone Therapy Can Improve GLP-1 Results (with Dr. Arianna Sholes-Douglas)

    In this episode, Elizabeth welcomes back Dr. Arianna Sholes-Douglas — board-certified OB-GYN, author of *The Menopause Myth*, founder of Tula Wellness and Aesthetics, and host of the *Stay Juicy* podcast — for a powerful and wide-ranging conversation about menopause, metabolism, hormone therapy, GLP-1 medications, inflammation, and what it really means for women to thrive after 40. Dr. Arianna brings her signature mix of medical expertise, humor, candor, and whole-person wisdom to a topic so many women are quietly struggling with: why their bodies suddenly feel different, why weight loss becomes harder, why sleep, mood, sex drive, energy, and brain function can all shift in midlife — and why none of this is a personal failure. Together, Elizabeth and Dr. Arianna explore how estrogen, insulin sensitivity, thyroid function, gut health, cortisol, inflammation, nutrition, muscle mass, and GLP-1s all intersect. They also discuss why women using hormone therapy may experience better outcomes on GLP-1 medications, why estrogen is not simply a “weight loss tool,” and why menopause can be understood not only as a biological transition, but as a "body, mind, and soul" transformation. SHOW NOTES [ 00:00 ] GLP-1s, estrogen, and the anti-inflammatory lifestyle [ 00:53 ] Key question for women over: “Why is it so hard to lose this weight?” [ 03:05 ] Why so many women in perimenopause and menopause feel like their bodies have changed overnight [ 05:00 ] Estrogen, metabolism, gut health, inflammation, and abdominal fat [ 07:00 ] Why estrogen alone does not simply make midlife weight gain disappear [ 08:22 ] The hormone “orchestra”: estrogen, cortisol, testosterone, progesterone, thyroid, and gut health [ 10:00 ] Why midlife weight gain is due to biology, not personal failure [ 10:30 ] Thyroid health, Hashimoto’s, and why “normal labs” may not tell the whole story [ 12:17 ] T4 to T3 conversion, gut health, vitamin D, and thyroid optimization [ 16:37 ] Why deeper thyroid testing matters, especially for women [ 17:21 ] Hashimoto’s, gluten, gut health, and autoimmune thyroid issues [ 18:35 ] Why being “stuck” with weight loss can involve more than food or GLP-1s [ 19:29 ] How hormone therapy and GLP-1 medications may work together [ 21:56 ] Declining estrogen and insulin resistance [ 24:40 ] How GLP-1s and estrogen may support metabolic health through different but complementary pathways [ 25:27 ] Why women do not take estrogen simply to lose weight [ 26:00 ] Hot flashes, bone health, and the clinical indications for hormone therapy [ 27:21 ] Estrogen, skin, brain health, heart health, and the importance of understanding the evidence [ 30:29 ] Transdermal estrogen, oral estrogen, and why delivery method matters [ 32:35 ] Vaginal estrogen, vaginal tissue health, urinary tract health, and sexual wellness [ 35:21 ] Topical estrogen cream for the face and skin aging [ 36:36 ] How Dr. Arianna talks with patients about hormone therapy and GLP-1s together [ 38:24 ] Why women should know their A1C and metabolic numbers [ 39:00 ] Dr. Arianna’s personal experience with GLP-1s [ 41:39 ] GLP-1s, autoimmune conditions, joint pain, and inflammation [ 42:57 ] The inflammatory lifestyle versus the anti-inflammatory lifestyle [ 43:51 ] Do people need to stay on GLP-1s forever? [ 45:35 ] Elizabeth’s experience coming off a microdose GLP-1 and relying on her lifestyle toolkit [ 47:39 ] Why long-term GLP-1 use may make sense for some people based on family history, inflammation, and cardiovascular risk [ 49:24 ] Why weight regain is often about returning to old habits, not “failure” of the medication [ 50:49 ] Muscle loss, strength training, body composition, and doing GLP-1s the right way [ 52:35 ] Menopause as a "body, mind, and soul" transformation [ 53:34 ] The “estrogen veil,” authenticity, people-pleasing, and the “I do not care” era [ 56:43 ] Menopause, self-care, spirituality, and stepping into a new chapter [ 58:20 ] Dr. Arianna shares more about Tula Wellness and Aesthetics, *Stay Juicy*, and her work in women’s health [ 59:52 ] Compounded estrogen facial cream, hyaluronic acid, retinol, and slowing visible aging [ 01:01:05 ] Travel, pleasure, and what Dr. Arianna is most excited about next [ 01:02:18 ] Closing thoughts *** 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. Arianna Sholes-Douglas and her Tula Wellness practice here: Website: https://drarianna.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drarianna/ “Stay Juicy” Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-stay-juicy-podcast/id1762865086

    How Hormone Therapy Can Improve GLP-1 Results (with Dr. Arianna Sholes-Douglas)

  3. Jun 16

    GLP-1s and Surrendering the War Against Your Body

    What if lasting weight loss isn't about fighting harder—but finally making peace with your body? In this deeply personal "mini-sode," Elizabeth McGann shares one of the most important lessons she's learned in more than 20 years of helping women heal their health and release weight. Drawing from her own lifelong struggles with weight, her experience navigating perimenopause, and years of working with early GLP-1 users, Elizabeth explores the profound difference between forcing change and creating it through compassion, curiosity, and self-awareness. Why do some women experience freedom while others remain trapped in cycles of restriction and frustration? What happens when we stop treating our bodies as the enemy? If you've ever felt broken, defeated, or exhausted by dieting, this conversation offers a new path forward—one rooted in healing, hope, and finally feeling free. *** 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

    GLP-1s and Surrendering the War Against Your Body

  4. Jun 3

    The Sustainable Way to Do GLP-1s (with Melissa Mitri)

    Millions of women are discovering the benefits of GLP-1 medications, but lasting results require more than simply eating less. In this episode, Elizabeth welcomes registered dietitian Melissa Mitri, who has spent nearly two decades helping clients achieve sustainable weight loss through evidence-based nutrition and lifestyle strategies. Melissa explains why GLP-1 medications work best when paired with healthy habits, proper nourishment, exercise and a long-term mindset. Together, they explore how to naturally stimulate the body's own GLP-1 production, build a foundation for success before starting the medication, preserve muscle and metabolic health during weight loss, and successfully transition off GLP-1s when the time comes. *** SHOW NOTES [ 00:00 ] Introduction [ 02:17 ] Preparing for a GLP-1 journey [ 04:00 ] What "nutrient-dense" really means [ 06:08 ] Fiber, satiety, and metabolic health [ 07:18 ] Building sustainable habits [ 08:46 ] The hidden risks of skipping meals [ 12:42 ] Meal prep for real life [ 15:25 ] Naturally stimulating your body's own GLP-1 [ 17:26 ] Foods that naturally increase GLP-1 [ 19:16 ] Supplements that may help [ 22:43 ] The new GLP-1 pill formulations [ 28:00 ] Personalized medicine and the future of obesity treatment [ 29:24 ] Hunger isn't the enemy [ 31:10 ] Transitioning off GLP-1 medications [ 40:09 ] The mindset component [ 43:08 ] Managing food noise after GLP-1s [ 45:46 ] Exercise and long-term weight maintenance [ 48:38 ] The future of GLP-1s\ [ 50:03 ] Melissa's work and resources *** 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 Melissa Mitri Instagram: @the.weightloss.dietitian Website: https://melissamitri.com/

    The Sustainable Way to Do GLP-1s (with Melissa Mitri)

  5. May 19

    GLP-1s and the Freedom Nobody's Talking About

    In this solo episode, Elizabeth explores what most people are missing about GLP-1s. While these medications are often viewed as tools for appetite suppression and weight loss, Elizabeth shares a deeper perspective: how when approached holistically, GLP-1s can create something far more powerful—freedom. Freedom from food noise, from the mental and emotional weight of the struggle, and from patterns that have consumed space for years. As that noise begins to quiet, something new emerges: space. Elizabeth dives into what becomes possible within that space, reframing transformation as more than weight loss—it’s a shift into an entirely new way of being. She also introduces the concept of primary vs. secondary nourishment and why this moment with GLP-1s may offer a profound opportunity for real, lasting change. Because the goal isn’t just weight loss—it’s a life that finally feels like your own. *** 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

    GLP-1s and the Freedom Nobody's Talking About

  6. May 5

    GLP-1s Are Not Enough: Eat, Train & Protect Your Metabolism (with Dr. Mike Israetel)

    In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Mike Israetel—PhD in sports physiology, bodybuilder, and one of the most respected voices in muscle, metabolism and body composition. If you’re using (or considering) a GLP-1, this conversation could completely change how you approach your results. We get into what most people are missing: why GLP-1s alone aren’t enough—and how the real magic happens when you combine them with the right nutrition and strength training. Dr. Mike breaks down how you can lose fat without losing muscle (and even build muscle) with just two short workouts a week, why intermittent fasting can backfire, and what’s actually happening when these medications “stop working.” We also talk about bone health, protein intake, side effects, and the future of next-generation GLP-1s. This is one of those episodes that brings clarity, cuts through the noise, and gives you a smarter, more empowered way to do this right. *** SHOW NOTES [ 00:00 ] Welcome + Why This Episode Matters [ 04:00 ] The Biggest GLP-1 Mistake Almost Everyone Is Making [ 08:00 ] The Muscle Myth: Why Weight Loss Without Strength Training Backfires [ 12:00 ] The 2x20-Minute Workout That Changes Everything [ 16:00 ] Gym Intimidation: How to Start (Even If You’ve Never Lifted) [ 20:00 ] Yoga, Pilates & Walking: Are They Enough? [ 24:00 ] The Truth About Bone Loss on GLP-1s [ 28:00 ] The Ideal GLP-1 Nutrition Strategy (That Most People Miss) [ 32:00 ] Intermittent Fasting on GLP-1s: Helpful or Harmful? [ 36:00 ] Hitting Your Protein Goals (Even If You’re Busy or Plant-Based) [ 40:00 ] GLP-1 “Tolerance”: Are the Drugs Stopping Working? [ 44:00 ] Dosing Strategy: Why “Start Low, Go Slow” Wins [ 48:00 ] Side Effects Explained: What’s Actually Happening in Your Body [ 52:00 ] The “Flat Feeling”: Is GLP-1 Killing Joy? [ 56:00 ] The Future of GLP-1s: What’s Coming Next *** 🔥 Key Takeaway GLP-1s aren’t a shortcut—they’re a force multiplier. When combined with smart nutrition and resistance training, they unlock a level of transformation that most people never reach. *** 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. Mike Israetel New Book The Aesthetic Revolution: https://www.amazon.com/Aesthetic-Revolution-Embracing-Fitness-Healthiest/dp/1538779846 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfQgsKhHjSyRLOp9mnffqVg Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drmikeisraetel/ Website for RP Strength/Renaissance Periodization: https://rpstrength.com/

    GLP-1s Are Not Enough: Eat, Train & Protect Your Metabolism (with Dr. Mike Israetel)

  7. Apr 21

    Why You Don’t Want to Lose Your Hunger on GLP-1

    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 Freedom Get Connected with Elizabeth McGann Check out the new Youtube Channel! https://www.youtube.com/@ElizabethMcGannTube Instagram: https://www.Instagram.com/ElizabethMcGann Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElizabethMcGannWellness LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ElizabethMcGann X: https://twitter.com/ElizabethMcGann

    Why You Don’t Want to Lose Your Hunger on GLP-1

  8. Apr 7

    Before You Take GLP-1, Fix Your Gut (with Dr. Oscar Coetzee)

    What if the real key to successful, sustainable weight loss isn’t starting a GLP-1—but fixing your gut first? In this eye-opening episode, I sit down with Dr. Oscar Coetzee, a leading expert in clinical nutrition and gut health, to unpack the critical (and often overlooked) role the microbiome plays in metabolism, cravings, and natural GLP-1 production. We explore why starting a GLP-1 with poor gut health can backfire, how specific bacteria influence hunger hormones and dopamine, and the emerging science behind “keystone” microbes that may control up to 85% of your metabolic function. If you’re considering a GLP-1, currently on one, or looking for a more natural, root-cause approach to weight loss—this conversation is essential. This episode will change how you think about your gut—and your path to lasting results. *** SHOW NOTES [ 00:00 ] Introduction: A Critical Warning Before Starting GLP-1 [ 04:00 ] Is the Gut Actually the First Brain? [ 08:00 ] From Psychology to Microbiome Medicine [ 12:00 ] The Microbes That Control Your Hunger Hormones [ 16:00 ] The Gut as an Ecosystem (The “Earthworm” Analogy) [ 20:00 ] Why Probiotics Alone Aren’t Enough [ 24:00 ] The Real Driver of Cravings and Overeating [ 28:00 ] The Fiber Crisis (and Why It Matters) [ 32:00 ] Signs Your Gut Is Holding You Back [ 36:00 ] Functional Testing: The Missing Diagnostic Tool [ 40:00 ] Why “Killing Bad Bacteria” Can Make Things Worse [ 44:00 ] The Breakthrough: Keystone (Anaerobic) Bacteria [ 48:00 ] Case Study: Reversing Food Sensitivities Naturally [ 52:00 ] How Gut Health Directly Drives GLP-1 Production [ 56:00 ] Why GLP-1 Results Plateau (and How to Fix It) [ 1:00:00 ] The 5 Bacteria That Control 85% of Your Metabolism [ 1:04:00 ] The Hidden Cost of GLP-1 Medications [ 1:08:00 ] Testing Your Metabolic Health Beyond the Scale [ 1:12:00 ] The Simplest (and Most Powerful) Gut-Healing Strategy [ 1:16:00 ] Final Takeaways: Build the Foundation First *** 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. Oscar Coetzee Dr. Coetzee's Website: https://naturalhealthcarecenter.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/droscarcoetzee/

    Before You Take GLP-1, Fix Your Gut (with Dr. Oscar Coetzee)
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Stop doing GLP-1s wrong. Discover how to microdose, release weight and actually heal your body — on the world's #1-ranked podcast for holistic GLP-1 weight loss. Elizabeth McGann, holistic nutritionist, life coach, and microdosing GLP-1 user, shows women how to reach their happy weight, balance hormones and get their sexy back by activating their body's own GLP-1, often with less medication, or none at all. This isn't just weight loss. It's a full-life reboot! Through her signature program, Finally F*cking Free™, group and 1:1 coaching, she teaches The Holistic GLP-1 Method™ "where metabolic science meets intuition, and weight release becomes freedom in every dimension.

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