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

Ana Reisdorf, MS, RD
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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. 

  1. 3d ago

    GLP-1 Coverage: Why Employers Are Dropping Access, and What Comes Next w/ Jay Bregman

    Send us Fan Mail Losing access to a GLP-1 can happen even when treatment is working exactly as intended. A lower BMI, an insurance change, or an employer facing open-ended costs can suddenly turn a prescription into a maze of denials, prior authorizations, and unexpected expenses. In this episode, Ana Reisdorf speaks with Jay Bregman, founder and CEO of Andel, about why traditional insurance struggles to cover high-demand medications and how direct-to-employer purchasing could offer another path. Jay explains how fixed employer contributions can make GLP-1 benefits more predictable, why he believes prior authorizations add unnecessary costs, and what patients can do when their coverage is at risk. They also discuss Medicare access, losing coverage after successful weight loss, options for self-employed people, compounded medications, future GLP-1 competition, and whether access can become more equitable. **IN THIS EPISODE** - Why GLP-1 demand creates problems for traditional insurance - How pharmaceutical middlemen affect medication pricing and access - What direct-to-employer purchasing means - Why employers hesitate to fund open-ended GLP-1 coverage - How fixed employer contributions could make benefits more sustainable - Why successful treatment and a lower BMI can lead to lost coverage - The hidden administrative costs of prior authorizations - What to do if you’re worried about affording your medication - Options for self-employed people without employer assistance - Jay’s perspective on Medicare, compounded medications, competition, and equitable access **ABOUT THE GUEST** Jay Bregman is the founder and CEO of Andel, a healthcare technology platform that enables high-cost medications like GLP-1s to be more accessible through employer benefits. With more than two decades of experience building and scaling companies, Jay brings a strong understanding of how policy, pricing, and market incentives intersect. In developing Andel, he has focused on redesigning access pathways for high-demand, high-cost drugs that traditional coverage models fail to accommodate. His perspective on GLP-1 access and employer responsibility has been featured in Inc., STAT News, and Pharmaceutical Executive. He has also spoken at TEDx and Web Summit about business leadership. Jay appears in this episode in his capacity as Andel’s founder and CEO. His comments about Andel and the pharmaceutical market reflect his experience and commercial perspective. **CONNECT WITH JAY** Andel: https://www.andel.org/ Andel Raises $4.5M for Its Employer-Supported Medication Marketplace: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/andel-raises-4-5m-for-its-employer-supported-medication-marketplace-302588465.html Andel Launches New Direct-to-Employer Medication Platform: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/andel-launches-new-direct-to-employer-medication-platform-to-make-glp-1s-affordable-for-millions-302709372.html **SPONSORS** This episode includes sponsored messages from Johnson Fitness & Wellness and gutzy Organic. Johnson Fitness & Wellness offers strength-training equipment, cardio machines, recovery products, and expert guidance for a range of fitness levels, spaces, and budgets. Visit https://www.johnsonfitness.com/ and use code GLP1Hub5 for an exclusive offer for GLP-1 Hub listeners. gutzy Organic makes refrigerated fruit-and-vegetable pouches with prebiotic fiber for convenient, produce-based snacking. Learn more at https://gutzyorganic.com/ **JOIN THE 21-DAY MEAL CONFIDENCE CHALLENGE** Starting August 17, the GLP-1 Hub Membership’s 21-Day Meal Confidence Challenge will teach you a simple framework for making food decisions at restaurants, parties, potlucks, vacations, and in everyday life. Join for $5: https://glp-1hub.com/challenge **CHAPTERS** 00:00 When successful treatment costs you coverage 00:21 Why GLP-1 access is getting harder 01:45 Meet Jay Bregman 02:16 How direct-to-employer purchasing works 03:05 Why medication pricing is so complicated 07:24 Why health plans are dropping GLP-1 coverage 08:59 Why employers hesitate to pay long term 09:48 Fixed employer contributions explained 10:46 Long-term health versus short-term employment 12:47 Sponsor: Johnson Fitness & Wellness 14:06 Medicare access and coverage uncertainty 16:03 Losing coverage after lowering your BMI 16:54 The hidden cost of prior authorizations 18:28 What to do if you’re worried about losing access 20:07 Options for self-employed patients 20:12 Competition and the future of GLP-1 pricing 23:13 Can GLP-1 access become more equitable? 24:27 Sponsor: gutzy Organic 25:05 The future of compounded GLP-1s 28:11 Where GLP-1 access could be in five years 29:10 Connect with Andel 30:13 The 21-Day Meal Confidence Challenge 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 🎙 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.

  2. 6d ago

    Starting GLP-1 Strength Training: Staying Strong for the People You Love w/ Craig Lewin

    Send us Fan Mail Losing weight with a GLP-1 is only part of the picture. Without regular movement and strength training, losing muscle can affect how you feel today, and your ability to stay active and independent in the years ahead. In this episode, Ana talks with fitness-industry veteran Craig Lewin about why maintaining strength matters during GLP-1 weight loss and how beginners can start without feeling intimidated. Craig shares approachable options ranging from walking and resistance bands to adjustable dumbbells and home gyms, along with advice for choosing exercise equipment that fits your abilities, limitations, goals, and lifestyle. They also discuss the importance of finding a form of movement you genuinely enjoy, building accountability, and preventing your new equipment from becoming an expensive clothes rack. **IN THIS EPISODE** - Why strength training has become a bigger priority in fitness and healthcare - How GLP-1 weight loss can affect muscle, strength, and everyday function - Why maintaining muscle is especially important as we age - Simple ways to begin with walking, resistance bands, or adjustable dumbbells - How a personalized fitness assessment can account for your goals and limitations - Choosing equipment you will realistically use - How follow-up, accountability, and social connection can support consistency - Why strength is about independence and quality of life—not only appearance - How to find Johnson Fitness & Wellness stores and support **ABOUT THE GUEST** Born in Zimbabwe in 1977, Craig Lewin immigrated to the United States with his family in 1984 and grew up in Dallas, Texas. He began his career in the fitness industry at age 16 as a cashier and went on to build more than three decades of experience in fitness industry. In 2010, Craig became a partner in a 21-location fitness retail business in Texas. After selling the business at the end of 2021, he joined Johnson Fitness & Wellness, where he now serves as Executive Vice President of the world’s largest specialty fitness retailer. Craig met his wife while attending the University of Texas, and they have four sons, including twins, ranging in age from 15 to 22. He describes his personal and professional journey as living the American Dream. His firsthand familiarity with the benefits and challenges associated with GLP-1 use has strengthened his commitment to helping people protect or rebuild their strength through accessible, sustainable exercise. **CONNECT WITH CRAIG** Johnson Fitness & Wellness: https://www.johnsonfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnson.fitness **SPONSOR** This episode is sponsored by Johnson Fitness & Wellness, who specializes in home fitness, strength training, and helping beginners find appropriate equipment. Learn more or find a nearby store: https://www.johnsonfitness.com Tyde Wellness offers clinician-guided GLP-1 programs with personalized dosing, nutrition support, and access to a care team. Visit https://tydewellness.com/GLP1Hub and use code GLP1Hub50 for $50 off your first month. Eligibility and treatment are determined by a licensed healthcare provider. Individual results vary. **CHAPTERS** 00:00 Why Exercise Matters for the Future 00:28 Strength Training During GLP-1 Weight Loss 01:45 Meet Craig Lewin 03:10 Why Strength Training Has Grown 06:17 GLP-1s, Weight Loss, and Muscle 09:36 Protecting Strength as We Age 12:49 Simple Ways for Beginners to Start 17:23 Getting a Personalized Fitness Assessment 19:54 Choosing Equipment and Building a Plan 23:45 Keeping Equipment from Collecting Dust 26:52 Finding the Motivation That Works for You 29:16 Exercise, Independence, and Quality of Life 33:12 Johnson Fitness & Wellness Resources 36:04 GLP-1 Hub Closing and Food Challenge 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 🎙 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.

  3. Aug 6

    Can You Stop Taking a GLP-1? What the Research Says w/ Henrik Gudbergsen, MD, PhD

    Send us Fan Mail If you’ve reached your goal weight on a GLP-1, you may be wondering what comes next. Do you stay on the same dose indefinitely, move to a lower dose, or gradually taper off? Ana speaks with Henrik Gudbergsen, MD, PhD, about the emerging evidence around personalized GLP-1 dosing and structured tapering. They examine what early observational research suggests, why lifestyle and behavioral support may matter during maintenance, and why stopping medication will not be appropriate, or possible, for everyone. **IN THIS EPISODE** - Why the least effective dose may be more appropriate than automatically increasing to the maximum - How Embla’s gradual GLP-1 tapering approach works - What early observational data suggests about maintaining weight after tapering - Why nutrition, exercise, coaching, CBT, and acceptance and commitment therapy are part of the program - Whether most people should expect to remain on GLP-1 medication long term - How insurance coverage and cost can limit personalized dosing - Why GLP-1 prescribing differs between Denmark and the United States - How future medications, genetics, health conditions, and the gut microbiome may shape more individualized treatment **ABOUT THE GUEST** Henrik Rindel Gudbergsen, MD, PhD, is the medical lead and advisor at Embla, a digital weight-care company combining low-dose GLP-1 treatment, behavioral coaching, and digital tools. He is a practicing physician, associate professor, and principal investigator on anti-obesity medication trials, with a PhD in medical imaging and obesity research. Henrik has spent more than 15 years at the intersection of clinical medicine, pharmaceuticals, and digital health. His previous experience includes roles at Novo Nordisk, Radiometer, Philips Healthcare, and IBM Watson Health, along with board-level experience in software as a medical device. **CONNECT WITH HENRIK** Embla: https://www.joinembla.com/ Henrik’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMdA5N4TeytPYmbfXjEPJDA Read the GLP-1 study discussed in this episode: https://dom-pubs.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/dom.70096 **SPONSORS** This episode includes messages from: gutzy Organic—organic fruit and vegetable pouches with 8 grams of fiber: https://gutzyorganic.com/ Johnson Fitness & Wellness—fitness equipment, expert guidance, delivery, and professional installation for your home workout space: https://www.johnsonfitness.com/ Use code GLP1Hub5 for an exclusive GLP-1 Hub listener offer. **CHAPTERS** 00:00 Can you taper off a GLP-1? 00:28 Episode introduction 01:47 Meet Henrik Rindel Gudbergsen 04:26 Why Embla uses the least effective dose 07:18 What the early tapering data showed 10:07 Behavioral support beyond diet and exercise 11:14 Sponsor: gutzy Organic 11:52 Why human coaching matters 13:16 Can most people stop GLP-1 medications? 18:02 Insurance barriers and personalized dosing 20:31 New real-world research from Denmark 23:28 Sponsor: Johnson Fitness & Wellness 24:43 How dosing practices differ between Denmark and the U.S. 26:07 The future of personalized obesity treatment 28:03 How Embla combines medication and coaching 29:41 GLP-1 Hub membership and closing 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 🎙 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.

  4. Aug 3

    Fiber, Bloating & GLP-1s: What to Know w/ David Istier

    Send us Fan Mail Fiber is suddenly showing up everywhere, from soda and candy to pasta and protein snacks. But more fiber isn’t automatically better, especially when it leaves you feeling bloated, uncomfortable, or confused about what your body actually needs. Registered dietitian and GLP-1 user Ana Reisdorf sits down with David Istier, founder and CEO of gutzy Organic, to discuss the gut microbiome, prebiotics, probiotics, and why different sources of fiber can feel different in your body. David also shares how his experience helping launch GoGo squeeZ in the United States—and the health challenges he faced while building his own company—led to the creation of gutzy. For people taking GLP-1 medications, the central takeaway is simple: eating less makes the nutritional quality of what you eat even more important. Ana and David discuss how to look beyond protein and fiber marketing claims, prioritize real food, and find convenient options for days when appetite is low. **IN THIS EPISODE** - What the gut microbiome, probiotics, and prebiotics mean - Why different sources of fiber may feel different in your body - How fiber became the food industry’s newest marketing trend - Why more fiber isn’t automatically better - What to consider when choosing fiber-fortified foods - Why nutrient density matters when you’re eating less on a GLP-1 - How GLP-1 medications are changing the food industry - The challenge of combining convenience with real-food ingredients - David’s journey from GoGo squeeZ to founding gutzy Organic - What’s inside gutzy’s fruit, vegetable, fiber, and plant-protein pouches **ABOUT THE GUEST** David Istier is the founder and CEO of gutzy Organic. Originally from France, David began his career in food marketing and later helped launch GoGo squeeZ in the United States. After experiencing significant stress and health challenges while building his own company, he became interested in plants, prebiotic fiber, and gut health. That experience eventually led him to create gutzy Organic and its refrigerated fruit-and-vegetable pouches. **CONNECT WITH DAVID** Website: https://gutzyorganic.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gutzyorganic **SPONSOR** This episode is sponsored by gutzy Organic. David Istier is the company’s founder and joins the conversation to share his experience as a food entrepreneur and his perspective on fiber, gut health, and the food industry. https://gutzyorganic.com Tyde Wellness — GLP-1 programs with licensed providers, dosing adjustments, nutrition guidance, and long-term support https://tydewellness.com/GLP1Hub — code GLP1Hub50 for $50 off your first month **CHAPTERS** 00:00  The problem with protein and fiber buzzwords 00:24  Why more fiber isn’t automatically better 01:32  Meet David Istier and the story behind gutzy 05:20  The gut microbiome, probiotics, and prebiotics 09:26  How fiber became the new protein 11:29  Acacia fiber and gutzy’s real-food approach 16:07  Different types of fiber and digestive comfort 18:21  Why eating less makes nutrition more important 21:49  How GLP-1s are changing the food industry 24:05  Building and explaining a new food category 25:39  What’s inside gutzy pouches and where to find them 28:39  Closing the fiber gap and improving food literacy 30:39  Connect with gutzy Organic 31:53  Ana’s final takeaways and nutrition challenge 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 🎙 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.

  5. Jul 30

    6 Years Into GLP-1s: What Maintenance Really Looks Like w/ Tara Rothenhoefer

    Send us Fan Mail Tara Rothenhoefer was one of the earliest participants in a tirzepatide clinical trial, before the medication had a brand name. After a lifelong battle with obesity, she began the trial in 2020 at 342 pounds. Eighteen months later, she had lost 132 pounds. But when the study ended, she faced a year without medication, uncertainty around access, and the emotional work of learning how to live in a body she had never known before. In this episode, Tara shares what changed when food noise finally quieted, why medication alone was never the whole story, and how she learned that “more weight loss” is not always the goal. IN THIS EPISODE - Tara’s lifelong experience with obesity, dieting, and weight stigma - How a radio ad and a clinical-trial opening changed the course of her life - What it was like to join an early tirzepatide trial with only a 25% chance of receiving the medication - The role of nutrition support, movement, and gradual behavior change - Losing 132 pounds in 18 months—and what happened when the trial ended - Navigating medication access, shortages, judgment, and compounded medication - Why the scale and clothing sizes can become a new kind of obsession - Recognizing when continued weight loss was no longer healthy - What long-term maintenance looks like after a major weight change - Using medication as one tool in a broader, ongoing relationship with health ABOUT THE GUEST Tara Rothenhoefer is a wife, mom, and grandma who, after a lifelong battle with obesity, joined a clinical trial for tirzepatide in 2020 that led to her 222-pound weight loss. Featured on numerous national platforms, including The Today Show, Good Morning America, and the Tamron Hall show, she now shares her journey to encourage and inspire others, while navigating maintenance and living life in a small body for the first time ever. CONNECT WITH TARA TikTok and Instagram: @tacklingtara Links and resources: https://linktr.ee/tacklingtara SPONSOR Tyde Wellness — GLP-1 programs with licensed providers, real dosing adjustments, and long-term support http://tydewellness.com/GLP1Hub — code GLP1Hub50 for $50 off your first month CHAPTERS 00:00  From clinical trial to a 222-pound weight loss 01:11  Meet Tara Rothenhoefer 03:16  A lifelong battle with obesity and dieting 04:48  Finding the tirzepatide clinical trial 08:15  Taking a chance on an unknown medication 10:58  What the trial support looked like 13:56  Movement, nutrition support, and early results 16:54  Losing 132 pounds in 18 months 20:00  When the trial ended and medication access disappeared 29:00  Shortages, stigma, and public attention 35:11  When weight loss went too far 40:24  Long-term maintenance and listening to her body 43:03  Connecting with Tara 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 🎙 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.

  6. Jul 27

    The Psychology of Weighing Yourself on GLP-1 Medications w/ Brian Baumal, RP

    Send us Fan Mail Your scale isn't measuring weight...it's measuring fear, shame, and whether you believe your GLP-1 is working. Registered dietitian Ana Reisdorf sits down with Brian Baumal, a registered psychotherapist who lost 100 pounds, kept it off for 14 years, and recovered from two eating disorders. He explains how the scale can become exposure therapy, why shame drives the "lose it fast" thinking that sets you up to fail on Ozempic or Zepbound, and how to stop tying your worth to a number. IN THIS EPISODE - Why weight gain on a GLP-1 sends you into a spiral (and how to stop it) - Using the scale as exposure therapy: the CBT-E "collaborative weighing" technique - How shame causes quick weight loss goals, black-and-white thinking, and failure - Why Ozempic and Zepbound don't eliminate food noise completely — and why that's normal - Habit change vs. the underlying psychology of emotional eating ABOUT THE GUEST Brian Baumal is a registered psychotherapist based in Toronto, Canada, trained in depth psychotherapy with a practice focused on the emotional and unconscious drivers of weight, eating, and shame. He has adapted cognitive behavioral therapy for eating disorders (CBT-E) into a weight management approach. Brian lost 100 pounds and has kept it off for nearly 14 years, and is recovered from two eating disorders — exercise bulimia and binge eating disorder. CONNECT WITH BRIAN Website: https://alivapsychotherapy.com SPONSOR Tyde Wellness — GLP-1 programs with licensed providers, real dosing adjustments, and long-term support http://tydewellness.com/GLP1Hub — code GLP1Hub50 for $50 off your first month CHAPTERS 00:00  The scale is measuring more than weight 01:21  Meet Brian Baumal, RP 03:17  Why weight judgment feels so personal 04:36  When the scale makes or breaks your day 05:16  The scale as exposure therapy 08:40  Challenging the spiral in real time 13:14  Breaking the panic-weigh cycle 15:41  Shame, quick fixes, and all-or-nothing thinking 20:29  Habits vs. the psychology underneath 23:49  Food noise isn't going away — and that's okay 28:24  Working with Brian + final thoughts MORE FROM GLP-1 HUB 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 🎙 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.

  7. Jul 23

    The FDA Is Reviewing 7 Popular Peptides: But Are They Actually Safe? w/ Tanna Donalson, PA-C

    Send us Fan Mail That "miracle" peptide in an unlabeled vial isn't the same science as your GLP-1,  and the FDA is meeting this week to decide the fate of seven of them. Registered dietitian and GLP-1 user Ana Reisdorf sits down with Tanna Donalson, PA-C, owner of Redbud Medical in Denver, where she prescribes, manages, and monitors peptides for her patients every day. After 15 years in trauma and emergency medicine, Tanna built a practice around exactly this: knowing what each peptide is, what it actually does for a patient, and how to run it safely. Together they break down why semaglutide (Ozempic) and tirzepatide (Zepbound, Mounjaro) belong in a category all their own, the seven peptides on the FDA's table, and the two questions that reveal whether a peptide provider is legit. IN THIS EPISODE - What a peptide actually is, and why your GLP-1 is NOT the same thing as BPC-157 or TB-500 - The seven peptides the FDA is reviewing: BPC-157, KPV, TB-500 (the "Wolverine complex"), MOTS-c, DSIP, Semax, and Epitalon - The "funding gap" — why peptides that can't be patented never get human clinical trials - Six things the FDA worries about in an unlabeled vial, from identity and purity to the cancer/angiogenesis risk - The two questions that tell you if a peptide provider is legitimate (503A/B pharmacies and third-party certificates of analysis) ABOUT THE GUEST Tanna Donalson is a Physician Assistant and Owner of Redbud Medical in Denver Colorado. Her background is in Trauma and Emergency Medicine and she is now specializing in Women's Health and Wellness, Peptides, Weight Loss, Hormones and all things preventative care to help people live longer, healthier lives. CONNECT WITH TANNA Website: https://www.redbudmedicalspa.com Instagram: @redbudmedspa SPONSORS Timeline Mitopure — Urolithin A gummies that support mitochondrial renewal and muscle health during midlife and GLP-1 use. http://timeline.com/glp1hub for 20% off Cozy Earth — Temperature-regulating viscose bamboo sheets, blankets, and loungewear for better sleep on your GLP-1 journey. http://cozyearth.com code GLP1Hub for up to 20% off CHAPTERS 00:00  The bro-science problem 01:51  Meet Tanna Donalson, PA-C 03:04  What a peptide actually is 04:03  Why your GLP-1 is its own category 07:35  The legal gray area explained 09:26  The funding gap: why no one studies them 14:36  What the FDA meeting is really about 19:39  The seven peptides, one by one 29:34  Six FDA safety concerns and cancer risk 32:44  Two questions for a legit provider MORE FROM GLP-1 HUB 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 🎙 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.

  8. Jul 20

    He Helped Big Food Hack Your Brain. Now He's Switched Sides w/ Dr. Glenn Livingston

    Send us Fan Mail Your GLP-1 can quiet the food noise, but the psychologist who helped big food companies engineer your cravings says it can't erase them...and thinking it will is why weight comes back. Ana Reisdorf, registered dietitian and GLP-1 user, talks with Dr. Glenn Livingston, psychologist and author of Defeat Your Cravings (2M+ readers), who spent years consulting for big food companies before losing 80 pounds himself. They break down why the craving center of your brain has no concept of long-term goals, why "everything in moderation" backfires, and how to use Ozempic, Wegovy, Zepbound, or Mounjaro as a training tool instead of a wake up skinny pill. IN THIS EPISODE - Why food cravings come back on Ozempic, Wegovy, Zepbound, and Mounjaro — and how to handle them - The "extinction burst": why cravings get worse right before they go dormant for good - How to stop overeating with one specific food rule instead of "everything in moderation" - Why your GLP-1 works like a personal trainer holding the bar, not a skinny pill - Why fasting on a GLP-1 backfires and how fast you should actually lose weight ABOUT THE GUEST Glenn Livingston, Ph.D. was the long time CEO of a multi-million dollar consulting firm which has serviced several Fortune 500 clients in the food industry. You have likely seen his work and appearances in many articles and news segments on major publications and media over the years. Disillusioned by what traditional psychology had to offer overweight and/or food obsessed individuals, Dr. Livingston spent several decades researching the nature of bingeing and overeating via work with his own clients AND a self-funded research program with more than 40,000 participants. He earned his Ph.D. in psychology from Yeshiva University in 1991. CONNECT WITH GLENN Website: https://www.DefeatYourCravings.com (free book, recorded coaching sessions, and food plan starter templates) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/defeatyourcravings YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DefeatYourCravings CHAPTERS 00:00  The brain wired to override your diet 02:00  From big food insider to 80 pounds down 04:32  Why "loving yourself thin" fails 07:59  Calming the craving emergency response 10:11  One rule that catches your food monster 15:15  Still craving on a GLP-1? 17:11  A personal trainer, not a skinny pill 19:23  Why cravings spike before going dormant 22:26  Keep ice cream without losing control 29:28  The fastest way to lose weight is slowly MORE FROM GLP-1 HUB 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 🎙 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.

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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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