Episode #191: Gary E. Foresman, MD - Integrative Physician
Release Date: 04/15/2025
Episode #198: Thyroid Truth Bombs with Dr. Gary E. Foresman, MD (integrative physician & thyroid expert)
The Elle Russ Show
This episode is a thyroid deep dive — a jam-packed conversation with Dr. Gary E. Foresman, MD of . We tackle the biggest myths, mistakes, and misunderstandings in thyroid treatment today. Here’s what we cover: The FDA Ban on Natural Desiccated Thyroid (NDT): What it really means for patients. Medication Before Labs: Why you should never take T4/T3 or T3-only meds before a thyroid test. Dosing Myths Debunked: Why no practitioner should put an arbitrary limit on T4 or T3 dosing. Beyond T4 & T3: Do T1, T2, and calcitonin in NDT actually matter? Are T2 supplements worthwhile? ...
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The Elle Russ Show
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Episode #193: Dr. Sam Graber
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In this episode, chats with Dr. Sam Graber - a health transformation expert who helps women business owners expand their health span so they can lead with purpose, clarity, and vitality—without sacrificing themselves in the process. Drawing from her 30+ years in holistic healthcare, metabolic science, and mindset mastery, Dr. Sam guides high-achieving women to nourish their bodies, rewire their minds, and reclaim their energy. As the creator of the Inner Revolution Framework, she offers a rebellious yet compassionate approach to health—one that goes beyond...
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Episode #192: Elle Russ - Success As a Crime - The Tall Poppy Syndrome
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Episode #191: Gary E. Foresman, MD - Integrative Physician
The Elle Russ Show
In this episode, chats with Dr. Gary E. Foresman MD to unpack the science, hype, and controversy surrounding GLP-1-based weight loss medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, and peptides. Dr. Foresman explores how these drugs actually work—from appetite suppression to metabolic effects—and who’s a good candidate (and who should avoid them). The conversation tackles the real benefits and the real risks beyond the headlines - breaks down the differences between peptides and FDA-approved medications, and examines the big question: Is the weight loss sustainable long-term? We also dive...
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Episode #190: Elle Russ - Confidence Tirade: The Science of Self-Belief
The Elle Russ Show
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Episode #189: Shelly Tygielski
The Elle Russ Show
chats with Shelly Tygielski - the author of and founder of the global grassroots mutual aid organization Pandemic of Love. She is also the co-founder of Partners in Kind, a purpose in production equity funds that invests in social impact in entertainment projects. Her work as a self-care activist, community organizer, and mindfulness teacher has been featured by over 100 media outlets, including CNN Heroes, The Kelly Clarkson Show, CBS This Morning, the New York Times, and the Washington Post. A...
info_outlineDr. Foresman explores how these drugs actually work—from appetite suppression to metabolic effects—and who’s a good candidate (and who should avoid them). The conversation tackles the real benefits and the real risks beyond the headlines - breaks down the differences between peptides and FDA-approved medications, and examines the big question: Is the weight loss sustainable long-term? We also dive into practical concerns like cost, accessibility, and alternatives for those seeking options outside this class of drugs.
Whether you’re considering these medications, curious about the science, or just tired of the hype, this conversation cuts through the noise with an honest, no-industry-spin look at one of the biggest health trends of our time.
Article mentioned in this episode:
https://www.middlepathmedicine.com/blogs/new-2024-articles-teachings/tirzepatide-the-time-has-come
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