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Ep. 584 "Slowing the Engine” – How GLP-1s Alter Your Gut Motility & Microbiome | Menopause, Perimenopause & Gut Health
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Welcome to today’s Midlife Minute.
In this episode, I answer listeners’ questions about GLP-1 medications and midlife weight changes. I explore how hormonal shifts, insulin sensitivity, muscle mass, and the gut microbiome influence the effectiveness of these drugs, and explain why they should be regarded as part of a broader metabolic and lifestyle framework.
IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL LEARN:
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Why GLP-1 medications don’t necessarily fix the root cause of midlife weight gain
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How declining estrogen can disrupt your appetite and satiety hormones
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The value of checking your fasting insulin to understand your insulin sensitivity level
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How inadequate protein can cause cravings for processed carbohydrates and fats
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Why preserving muscle mass is critical to prevent sarcopenic obesity
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How GLP-1 medications affect digestion and gut motility
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The clinical factors that are considered when prescribing GLP-1 medications
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Some simple daily habits to support your metabolic and microbiome health when using GLP-1 medications
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