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The Plus SideZ: A GLP-1 Guide to Metabolic Health

Kim Carlos
  • 4.5 (210)
  • MEDICINE
  • UPDATED WEEKLY

Looking for real information on GLP-1 medications and weight loss? You’re in the right place. The Plus SideZ Podcast is your go-to space for science-backed conversations about obesity treatment, weight loss, and living with a chronic metabolic disorder. Hosted by Kim Carlos and Kat Carter, we explore GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, and Zepbound, featuring insights from leading obesity specialists, endocrinologists, and bariatric surgeons. But this podcast is about more than just medication—it’s about navigating the mental, emotional, and physical journey of reclaiming your health. We combat misinformation with education from top experts, helping you think critically about the latest research, treatment options, and systemic challenges in obesity care. And at the heart of it all are the powerful, vulnerable stories of our brave community members—people sharing their real experiences on GLP-1 medications, breaking stigma, and taking control of their health. Ranked in the top 1% of podcasts globally, The Plus SideZ Podcast has won three awards in just 18 months, including two Anthem Awards for social impact. Featured on Good Morning America, Bloomberg News, and ABC Nightline on Hulu, we’re at the forefront of the conversation on weight loss, obesity care, and the fight to end weight bias. Join us and be part of a movement that’s changing the way the world understands obesity, health, and metabolic wellness. Our Linktree  https://linktr.ee/theplussidez Want to donate? PayPalhttps://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=ZSEE2DRPHDSZNGoFundMehttps://gofund.me/82c8138eShop The Plus SideZ Merch Storehttps://the-plus-sidez-podcast.printify.me/products/1Website https://theplussidez.com/

  1. 2D AGO

    Weight Loss Maintenance on GLP-1s | Dr. Melynda Barnes (Ro) & CeCe

    Resources for the Community: ___________________________________________________________________ https://linktr.ee/theplussidez Find Your US Representatives https://www.usa.gov/elected-officials ______________________________________________________________________ This isn’t medical advice — always talk to your doctor before making any health decisions What happens after weight loss, when biology pushes back and maintenance becomes the hardest part? In this episode of The Plus SideZ Podcast, we explore weight loss maintenance on GLP-1s through the lived experience of Ro patient and fitness instructor CeCe, who lost over 100 pounds through diet and exercise before turning to a GLP-1 to help sustain her progress. CeCe shares what it’s like navigating hunger, identity, and bias in the fitness industry while living in a changing body, and why weight maintenance often requires more than willpower alone. Ro Chief Medical Officer Dr. Melynda Barnes joins the conversation to ground CeCe’s experience in science, explaining obesity as a chronic metabolic disease, how GLP-1 medications support long-term weight maintenance, and why movement and nutrition matter regardless of body size. Together, they unpack the impact of weight stigma in healthcare and fitness spaces, and what compassionate, evidence-based obesity care should actually look like. This episode is for anyone questioning why keeping weight off is so difficult, feeling judged for their body while prioritizing health, or seeking a clearer, stigma-free understanding of GLP-1s and long-term care. Community Guest: CeCe’s - Socials https://www.instagram.com/ceceolisa/?hl=en  Professional Guest: Chief Medical Officer Dr. Melynda Barnes LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melyndabarnes/ Bio - https://ro.co/weight-loss/dr-melynda-barnes/  ______________________________________________________________________ Join this channel to get access to perks:    / @theplussidez ______________________________________________________________________ #Mounjaro #MounjaroJourney #Ozempic #Semaglutide #tirzepatide  #GLP1 #Obesity #zepbound #wegovy #ObesityCare #PatientAdvocate #GLP1Community #RealGLP1Stories Send us Fan Mail! Support the show Kim Carlos, Executive Producer TikTok Instagram Kat Carter, Producer TikTok Instagram

    1h 37m

  2. 6D AGO · BONUS

    LIVE GLP-1 News Update - Bonus

    This is a live, so it's scrappy, but the sound should be good! :)  We are joined by our GLP-1 social media news correspondents, Maria Rising and Sabina Hemmi from GLP Winner, to get the latest updates on GLP-1, from the big pharma lawsuits to the states trying to reduce access or ban compound GLP-1. Washington HB 2613  (going to committee on Jan 30th - you can sign up to  testify or submit written testimony) Mississippi SB 2544: Other bills I mentioned: Indiana SB 282: Florida SB 877, HB 860 Virginia HB 917 Send us Fan Mail! Support the show Kim Carlos, Executive Producer TikTok Instagram Kat Carter, Producer TikTok Instagram

    1h 7m

  3. JAN 27

    What Do I Eat in a Day on GLP-1? Real Nutrition with GLP1 Hub

    Resources for the Community: ___________________________________________________________________ https://linktr.ee/theplussidez Find Your US Representatives  https://www.usa.gov/elected-officials  ______________________________________________________________________ This isn’t medical advice — always talk to your doctor before making any health decisions. “What do I eat in a day?” is one of the most common and most searched questions people ask when starting a GLP-1. In this episode, we’re joined by Ana Reisdorf, MS, RD, registered dietitian and host of the GLP1 Hub Podcast, to explore how nutrition support fits into GLP-1 treatment in the real world. We talk through Ana’s lived experience with weight, the difference between dietitians and nutritionists, and why many patients are left without practical guidance once a prescription is written. The conversation focuses on the growing gap between physician time constraints and patient needs, and how dietitians who understand and support GLP-1s are uniquely positioned to bridge it. We break down macros in accessible terms, discuss nutritional balance beyond protein, and examine how resting metabolic rate, sleep, appetite regulation, and tracking all influence daily intake, especially for those with a history of food or body trauma. This episode highlights why GLP-1-informed dietitians may play a central role in the future of sustainable, patient-centered obesity care. Professional/Community  Guest: Ana Reisdorf MS, RD GLP1 Hub Podcast  Links  GLP1Hub Podcast Apple  Podcast Spotify  YouTube  Website Instagram  ______________________________________________________________________ #Mounjaro #MounjaroJourney #Ozempic #Semaglutide #tirzepatide  #GLP1 #Obesity #zepbound #wegovy #ObesityCare #PatientAdvocate #GLP1Community #RealGLP1Stories Send us Fan Mail! Support the show Kim Carlos, Executive Producer TikTok Instagram Kat Carter, Producer TikTok Instagram

    1h 10m

  4. JAN 20 · BONUS

    GLP-1 NEWS: Access at Risk – What Current Lawsuits and Legislation Mean

    Linktree for Community Resources https://linktr.ee/theplussidezpodcast _________________________________________________________________________ In this episode, we break down the latest GLP-1 news around policy and legal developments impacting access to compounded GLP-1 medications in the United States. We’re joined by special news correspondents Sabina Henn, an obesity advocate from GLPWinner.com, and Maria Rising, a GLP-1 reporter on TikTok and obesity advocate. Both are deeply involved in obesity care advocacy and work on and off the internet to protect patient access to treatment. We begin with the broader national strategy shaping current GLP-1 policy, then walk through key federal and state actions, including the SAFE Drug Act (SR 6509), Indiana SB 282, and Florida SB 860 / HB 877. We explain how these bills could restrict access to compounded GLP-1 medications and why that poses a serious problem for patients who cannot take brand-name drugs or cannot afford them due to lack of insurance coverage and high costs. We also cover the ongoing lawsuits between GLP-1 drug manufacturers and compounding pharmacies, including the Strive lawsuit, and examine the use of racketeering claims as a legal strategy. Throughout the episode, we focus on the real-world impact of these actions and how they could affect millions of patients relying on compounded GLP-1 medications for obesity and metabolic disease care. We close with clear ways listeners can stay informed, engage, and help protect access to care. Lawsuit Tracker https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1XoaPEVWv5AxUJyoluaD-eExTPHK3GClIiV0xyI9rXqc/edit?usp=sharing Follow Sabina: Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lawliepop?lang=en Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/glpwinner/ X: https://x.com/lawliepop?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@lawliepop⁩ Follow Maria TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@tirzepatidetales?_r=1&_t=ZP-93ELkA5nG9e Substack https://substack.com/search/tirzepatidetales?searching=profile _________________________________________________________________________ Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0HUIGKl3BN4Vg6LYI-dkOA/join _________________________________________________________________________ #Mounjaro #MounjaroJourney #Ozempic #Semaglutide #tirzepatide  #GLP1 #Obesity #zepbound #wegovy #GLP1News Send us Fan Mail! Support the show Kim Carlos, Executive Producer TikTok Instagram Kat Carter, Producer TikTok Instagram

    1h 25m

  5. JAN 20

    GLP-1s, Weight Regain, & Why Men Don’t Seek Help P2

    Resources for the Community: ___________________________________________________________________ Podcast Favorite Links! https://linktr.ee/theplussidez Find Your US Representatives https://www.usa.gov/elected-officials  ______________________________________________________________________ Men with obesity face a significantly higher risk of early death than women with obesity, yet many still avoid doctors, delay care, and see weight struggles as weakness rather than a medical condition. In this episode, community member AJ shares his journey through weight loss, regain, and sustainable progress, opening a deeper conversation about men’s health, obesity as a chronic disease, and the role GLP-1 medications can play in long-term care, not as a shortcut, but as support. We explore why men disengage from healthcare, how fear and shame disguise themselves as toughness, and what real obesity treatment looks like over time. This episode is also for the women who love them, offering language, insight, and practical takeaways to help encourage the men in their lives to seek the care they deserve and believe they are worthy of. Community Guest:  AJ Big Boy to Slim Boy TT/IG: ajcook06 Expert Guest:  Dr. Kevin Gendreau, Obesity Specialist Metabolic Health Handbook: https://a.co/d/fHI2hOk TT/IG: @kevingendreau  ______________________________________________________________________ Join this channel to get access to perks:  YouTube/@theplussidez ______________________________________________________________________ #Mounjaro #MounjaroJourney #Ozempic #Semaglutide #tirzepatide  #GLP1 #Obesity #zepbound #wegovy  #ObesityCare #PatientAdvocate #GLP1Community #RealGLP1Stories Send us Fan Mail! Support the show Kim Carlos, Executive Producer TikTok Instagram Kat Carter, Producer TikTok Instagram

    1h 8m

  6. JAN 15

    UPDATED AUDIO: GLP-1s, Weight Regain, & Why Men Don’t Seek Help P1

    Here is the updated audio of the most recent episode.  **Friends, we are so sorry about the audio issues we've had lately. We are implementing new standards to improve audio quality for both ourselves and our guests. We appreciate the kind feedback and the absence of negative reviews. Positive reviews help us grow so we can help people who are lost, lonely, sick, and need education and community. Negative reviews have the opposite effect. Thank you for your patience as we work through these new standards, and thank you for showing us grace.  Plus SideZ Favorite Links and Sponsors https://linktr.ee/theplussidez ______________________________________________________________________ This isn’t medical advice — always talk to your doctor before making any health decisions. In this episode, community member AJ shares his journey through weight loss, regain, and sustainable progress, opening a deeper conversation about men’s health, obesity as a chronic disease, and the role GLP-1 medications can play in long-term care, not as a shortcut, but as support. Community Guest: AJ Big Boy to Slim Boy TT/IG: ajcook06 Expert Guest: Kevin Gendreau, MD Metabolic Health Handbook: https://a.co/d/fHI2hOk TT/IG: @kevingendreau #Mounjaro #MounjaroJourney #Ozempic #Semaglutide #tirzepatide #GLP1 #Obesity #zepbound #wegovy #ObesityCare #PatientAdvocate #GLP1Community  Send us Fan Mail! Support the show Kim Carlos, Executive Producer TikTok Instagram Kat Carter, Producer TikTok Instagram

    1h 6m

  7. JAN 5

    GLP-1 & Body Composition: Why the Scale Isn’t the Full Story in Obesity Care

    Resources for the Community: ___________________________________________________________________ https://linktr.ee/theplussidez Ro - Telehealth for GLP1 weight management  https://ro.co/weight-loss/?utm_source=plussidez&utm_medium=partnership&utm_campaign=comms_yt&utm_content=45497&utm_term=55 Find Your US Representatives  https://www.usa.gov/elected-officials  ______________________________________________________________________        This isn’t medical advice — always talk to your doctor before making any health decisions. The scale has ruled health for decades, but modern obesity care shows it only tells part of the story. In this episode, we explore how GLP-1 therapies and advanced body composition analysis provide a clearer picture of health beyond weight alone. We discuss BMI, the Body Roundness Index, SECA body composition insights, why baselines matter, and how new global guidance is reshaping the future of obesity treatment. Featuring: Community Guest: Zach Niemiec Follow Zach on socials  @Lucky_Finz (TT and IG) Professional Expert: Nina Crowley, PhD, RDN, LD, Director of Clinical Education & Partnerships Connect with Nina Crowley, PhD, RD: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/ninacrowley Twitter/X: @PsychoDietitian Instagram: @ninamcrowley Facebook: facebook.com/ninacrowley TikTok: tiktok.com/@dr.ninacrowley Podcast – In the Know with Nina: Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/4ihRR2yiGrNrugCyaRO4je?si=99606dcff72a4127 Connect with SECA: Website: www.secambca.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seca_northamerica/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/seca-mbca-north-america/ psychology of weighing stuff  https://secambca.com/the-psychology-of-weighing/ ______________________________________________________________________ ⭐️Mounjaro Stanley⭐️ griffintumblerco.Etsy.com Use code PODCAST10 for $ OFF ______________________________________________________________________ Join this channel to get access to perks:    / @theplussidez Send us Fan Mail! Support the show Kim Carlos, Executive Producer TikTok Instagram Kat Carter, Producer TikTok Instagram

    1h 17m

  8. 12/23/2025 · BONUS

    Bonus! GLP-1s and the Holidays: Food, Shame, and Healing

    Resources for the Community: ___________________________________________________________________ https://linktr.ee/theplussidez Ro - Telehealth for GLP1 weight management  https://ro.co/weight-loss/?utm_source=plussidez&utm_medium=partnership&utm_campaign=comms_yt&utm_content=45497&utm_term=55 Find Your US Representatives  https://www.usa.gov/elected-officials  ______________________________________________________________________ This isn’t medical advice — always talk to your doctor before making any health decisions. In this holiday special, we explore obesity as a chronic disease and how GLP-1 medications are changing treatment, access, and outcomes. Our expert guest, Dr Robyn Pashby, breaks down the differences between GLP-1 therapy and bariatric surgery, explains types of disordered eating and emotional eating, and discusses the mental and social adjustments that often come with significant weight loss. We also address weight bias in medicine, body image after weight change, and how food-centered holidays can impact those who are actively losing weight or maintaining on a GLP-1. This episode offers practical coping strategies, compassionate insight, and evidence-based guidance for navigating food, emotions, and health during the holidays. Professional Guest: Dr Robyn Pashby Here are my links: Dr Robyn Pashby’s talk: https://youtu.be/8jP9puLTXNM?si=jmePrKmeLYmrPc9q Dr Robyn Pashby’s book: https://a.co/d/ezxWQ49 https://www.linkedin.com/in/robynpashbyphd/ https://www.instagram.com/robynpashbyphd https://www.facebook.com/robynpashbyphd https://www.tiktok.com/@robynpashbyphd https://www.youtube.com/@RobynPashbyPhD ______________________________________________________________________ ⭐️Mounjaro Stanley⭐️ griffintumblerco.Etsy.com Use code PODCAST10 for $ OFF ______________________________________________________________________ Join this channel to get access to perks:    / @theplussidez ______________________________________________________________________ #Mounjaro #MounjaroJourney #Ozempic #Semaglutide #tirzepatide  #GLP1 #Obesity #zepbound #wegovy #ObesityCare #PatientAdvocate #GLP1Community #RealGLP1Stories Send us Fan Mail! Support the show Kim Carlos, Executive Producer TikTok Instagram Kat Carter, Producer TikTok Instagram

    1h 34m
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Looking for real information on GLP-1 medications and weight loss? You’re in the right place. The Plus SideZ Podcast is your go-to space for science-backed conversations about obesity treatment, weight loss, and living with a chronic metabolic disorder. Hosted by Kim Carlos and Kat Carter, we explore GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, and Zepbound, featuring insights from leading obesity specialists, endocrinologists, and bariatric surgeons. But this podcast is about more than just medication—it’s about navigating the mental, emotional, and physical journey of reclaiming your health. We combat misinformation with education from top experts, helping you think critically about the latest research, treatment options, and systemic challenges in obesity care. And at the heart of it all are the powerful, vulnerable stories of our brave community members—people sharing their real experiences on GLP-1 medications, breaking stigma, and taking control of their health. Ranked in the top 1% of podcasts globally, The Plus SideZ Podcast has won three awards in just 18 months, including two Anthem Awards for social impact. Featured on Good Morning America, Bloomberg News, and ABC Nightline on Hulu, we’re at the forefront of the conversation on weight loss, obesity care, and the fight to end weight bias. Join us and be part of a movement that’s changing the way the world understands obesity, health, and metabolic wellness. Our Linktree  https://linktr.ee/theplussidez Want to donate? PayPalhttps://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=ZSEE2DRPHDSZNGoFundMehttps://gofund.me/82c8138eShop The Plus SideZ Merch Storehttps://the-plus-sidez-podcast.printify.me/products/1Website https://theplussidez.com/

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