116. GLP-1 Medications & Midlife Metabolism: What Every Woman Needs to Know

31/07/2025 28 min
116. GLP-1 Medications & Midlife Metabolism: What Every Woman Needs to Know

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Are GLP-1 Medications Right for You? What You Really Need to Know FirstHave you been hearing a lot about GLP-1 medications like semaglutide and wondering if they might be the magic fix—or if they’re just another fad? Maybe you’ve already started using one, but feel unsure how to support your body while you’re on it. In this honest and empowering episode, I sit down with certified nutrition coach Danielle McColloch to talk about what no one else is saying: how to use GLP-1s safely, effectively, and with your long-term wellness in mind.Whether you’re just curious or deep in the journey already, you’ll walk away with practical strategies and a whole lot of reassurance that you don’t have to do it perfectly—you just have to do it intentionally. In this episode:Danielle’s personal journey from food perfectionism to freedom—with the help of GLP-1sHow GLP-1 medications can change your metabolism and relationship with foodThe 4 non-negotiables every woman needs to support her body on these medicationsWhy building muscle is critical (and what to do if you don’t know where to start)A mindset shift that helps reduce food guilt and rebuild trust with your bodyHow stress and shame affect digestion, metabolism, and weightWhy the “calories in, calories out” model is too simplistic for women in midlife Connect with Danielle McColloch:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daniellemccolloch  Connect with me, Dr. Sara Poldmae:Website: https://risingwomanproject.comInstagram:  https://www.instagram.com/drsarapoldmaeHave a question I can answer? Send me a message! I love to hear from my listeners!