EPI 254: The Pros & Cons Of Taking GLP-1 Medication For Weight Loss + The RIGHT & WRONG Way To Take It. With Nutrition & Hormone Expert Ashley Koff, RD
Peak Performance Life PodcastShow Notes
Show notes: (0:00) Intro (1:07) Why weight loss is not the same as weight health (7:07) Antibiotics, gut health, and long-term repair (9:28) A real patient story: pizza, digestion, and hope (20:33) Gut assessment, testing, and healing basics (26:56) GLP-1s as hormone support, not a quick fix (37:43) Who should and should not use GLP-1s (42:11) New oral GLP-1 options and concerns (46:23) Why expert guidance matters (48:40) Where to find Ashley and her resources (53:14) Outro
Who is Ashley Koff, RD?
Ashley Koff, RD, is a USA Today bestselling author, registered dietitian, and founder of The Better Nutrition Program. With more than 25 years of experience, she has helped reshape the conversation around sustainable weight health by moving beyond traditional dieting and focusing on digestion, hormones, blood sugar, inflammation, and personalized nutrition. In her book Your Best Shot, Ashley introduces a practical system for understanding and supporting weight health hormones, including GLP-1s, whether someone is using medication or not. Her work helps people feel more informed, hopeful, and empowered in their health journey.
Connect with Ashley: Website: https://thebetternutritionprogram.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashley-koff/
Grab a copy: https://thebetternutritionprogram.com/your-best-shot/
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