The Truth on Food Noise, Artificial Sweeteners and GLP-1 Muscle Loss (with Dr. Michael Greger)
The Holistic GLP-1 Podcast with Elizabeth McGann
Release Date: 09/15/2025
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The Holistic GLP-1 Podcast with Elizabeth McGann
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The Holistic GLP-1 Podcast with Elizabeth McGann
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Eat Like a GLP-1 Super Responder (with Erin Palinski-Wade)
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Welcome back to The Holistic GLP-1 Podcast— where we elevate your GLP-1 journey and your whole life: body, mind, and soul. One question I get asked constantly when I start working with a new client in our practice is: 'Why am I doing everything right but still not seeing results?'—If you’re feeling stuck, I want you to know you are not broken. There’s just some things you need to learn. And that’s why I brought on our guest today Erin Palinski-Wade —she’s a serious badass - a powerhouse registered dietitian, certified diabetes specialist (this women understand blood sugar...
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The Future of GLP-1: Retatrutide, Revita & Rejuva (with David Knapp)
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Sometimes the breakthrough isn’t in doing more — it’s in letting go. In this week’s episode of The Holistic GLP-1 Podcast, we sit down with David Knapp, creator of On The Pen and author of Decoding GLP-1 — two of the most influential sources of news, science and soul in the GLP-1 conversation. Together, we explore: ● What’s coming next — from gene-therapy-based weight loss drugs to Retatrutide, the most powerful GLP-1 yet; ● the evolving FDA position on compounding and access ● David’s inspiring personal journey — how giving up alcohol reignited his...
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How GLP-1s Transform Obesity into a Treatable Disease (with Kim Carlos)
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How GLP-1s Are Changing the Future for Breast Cancer Patients (with Dr. Andrew Shapiro)
The Holistic GLP-1 Podcast with Elizabeth McGann
Welcome back to The Holistic GLP-1 Podcast—the number-one show on Spotify and Apple Podcasts exploring a healthy and mindful approach to GLP-1 technologies, before, during and after the use of the actual medication. Today, we’re joined by Dr. Andrew Shapiro, a leading breast-cancer surgeon and Medical Director of Advanced Surgical Physicians in Palm Beach County, Florida. Dr. Shapiro shares how GLP-1 medications like semaglutide and tirzepatide are transforming life after breast cancer—helping women regain metabolic balance, body confidence and a renewed sense of health. ...
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Hypnosis, GLP-1s and the Hidden Traps that Prevent Lasting Weight Loss (with Rita Black)
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The Truth on Food Noise, Artificial Sweeteners and GLP-1 Muscle Loss (with Dr. Michael Greger)
The Holistic GLP-1 Podcast with Elizabeth McGann
In this episode of The Holistic GLP-1 Podcast, we welcome world-renowned physician, bestselling author, and founder of , Dr. Michael Greger. Known for his evidence-based, straight-shooting approach to nutrition and lifestyle medicine, Dr. Greger provides a clear look at the most pressing questions surrounding GLP-1 medications, their promises and pitfalls in a 2025 context and beyond. Key topics here include: the truth about food noise, the metabolic downsides of artificial sweeteners, and the very real concern of disproportionate lean muscle loss while taking these drugs. We...
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Next-Gen GLP-1 Stack: CGM, Peptides & Psilocybin (w/Lauren Sambataro)
The Holistic GLP-1 Podcast with Elizabeth McGann
In today's installment of The Holistic GLP-1 Podcast, we’re celebrating a milestone—Episode # 50—with a very special returning guest, functional health expert and Biohacker Babes co-host Lauren Sambataro. Some of you may remember Lauren from way back in December 2022, when she joined us for a masterclass on biohacking metabolism with continuous glucose monitors. Almost three years later, she’s back—and this time, we’re going even further… In today’s episode, we explore the cutting edge of metabolic health: how CGMs can guide a personalized approach to GLP-1s, why...
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Keto + GLP-1s: The Secret to Microdosing? (with Maria Emmerich)
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In this powerful and practical episode, host Elizabeth McGann welcomes Maria Emmerich, a 22x bestselling author, nutritionist and renowned voice in the keto and carnivore community. Together, they unpack how to eat in a way that supports GLP-1 hormone signaling, muscle preservation and sustainable fat loss—whether you're taking GLP-1 peptides or not. Maria shares science-backed strategies that have helped thousands reclaim their health, overcome food noise, and lose hundreds of pounds—without drugs. *** CLICK HERE TO GET ==> FREE "Freedom From Food Noise" Masterclass:...
info_outlineIn this episode of The Holistic GLP-1 Podcast, we welcome world-renowned physician, bestselling author, and founder of NutritionFacts.org, Dr. Michael Greger.
Known for his evidence-based, straight-shooting approach to nutrition and lifestyle medicine, Dr. Greger provides a clear look at the most pressing questions surrounding GLP-1 medications, their promises and pitfalls in a 2025 context and beyond.
Key topics here include: the truth about food noise, the metabolic downsides of artificial sweeteners, and the very real concern of disproportionate lean muscle loss while taking these drugs.
We also consider how natural foods and spices like turmeric, cinnamon and even vinegar can naturally stimulate GLP-1 in the body, and why strength training may be your single most important ally to protect your health while taking these medications.
If you’ve ever wondered whether GLP-1s can be a bridge to better habits—or just a prescription for a lifelong pharmaceutical plan—you won’t want to miss this refreshingly direct conversation with Dr. Michael Greger.
So, without furthers ado, let’s get into it!
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SHOW NOTES
[ 00:00 ] Introduction
[ 02:00 ] Why GLP-1s Are Different: How these drugs deliver unprecedented weight loss compared to past “miracle” pills.
[ 06:50 ] Benefits & Risks: GLP-1 effects beyond weight loss, including heart health, and why they should be a last resort when other methods fail.
[ 09:20 ] Lifelong Prescription: Weight loss plateaus after a year; discussion of using GLP-1s as a short-term bridge to better habits.
[ 14:50 ] Restoring Hope: How GLP-1s show patients their bodies aren’t “broken,” inspiring lifestyle change.
[ 16:10 ] Natural Boosters: Turmeric, cinnamon, cayenne, vinegar, and greens can naturally stimulate GLP-1.
[ 17:10 ] Microdosing Debate: Elizabeth raises the topic of microdosing; Dr. Greger stresses no clinical trials exist to confirm its safety or benefit.
[ 22:60 ] Plant-Based Support: Fiber-rich greens, legumes, and whole foods help restore GLP-1 signaling.
[ 27:40 ] Diets vs. Lifestyle: Why diets fail and why permanent change, guided by the Daily Dozen, is key.
[ 29:10 ] Muscle Loss Risk: Up to 40% of weight lost on GLP-1s can be muscle — strength training is essential.
[ 30:10 ] Super Responders: Some thrive, others don’t respond at all — science hasn’t yet explained why.
[ 31:40 ] Food Noise: How processed food and marketing fuel cravings, and why GLP-1s quiet them.
[ 34:10 ] Artificial Sweeteners: How stevia, sucralose and others sweeteners disrupt metabolism and worsen appetite.
[ 36:40 ] Low-Glycemic Eating: Stable blood sugar supports appetite control; whole foods work best.
[ 41:40 ] Weight Regain: Stopping GLP-1s often leads to fat regain and frailty without lifestyle change.
[ 44:40 ] Tapering Off GLP-1s: No studies exist; tapering remains an open question worth exploring.
[ 47:10 ] Looking Ahead: Dr. Greger previews his next book: How Not to Hurt on lifestyle approaches to pain management.
[ 48:40 ] Closing: A balanced perspective in a polarized field; Dr. Greger praises the podcast’s approach.
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