Microdosing GLP-1: Muscle, Metabolism & Sustainable Weight Loss (w/ Dr. Jaime Schehr)
The Holistic GLP-1 Podcast with Elizabeth McGannShow Notes
What if your weight loss journey could be both powerful and sustainable—without sacrificing your body's muscle mass, metabolism or equilibrium? In the latest episode of The Holistic GLP-1 Podcast, Elizabeth sits down with Dr. Jaime Schehr, a nationally recognized naturopathic doctor and registered dietitian, to unpack the truth about using GLP-1 medications holistically. Together they explore how to microdose GLP-1 medications to avoid muscle loss; why supporting your body naturally is crucial (whether on the medication or not); and how real change comes from self-awareness—not shortcuts. You'll also learn why Food Noise happens, how to quiet it naturally, and what to prioritize if you're serious about sustainable, body-loving weight release long term. If you're a woman in perimenopause or menopause looking for a natural, soul-aligned path to weight loss, this episode is for you.✨
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*** SHOW NOTES: [ 00:00 ] Intro: Mind, Body & Soul Weight Release with Elizabeth [ 01:20 ] Redefining GLP-1: Not just about fast weight loss—it's about metabolic healing [ 02:20 ] Dr. Jaime's first exposure to GLP-1 medications during the pandemic—and the "Hail Mary" experience that changed her mind about it [ 04:10 ] Why standard diets fail women in midlife, the perils of a "diet culture" and what everyone must understand about hormonal health [ 06:40 ] Activating your natural GLP-1: Fiber, gut health, strength training and strategic supplementation [ 08:00 ] Why fatigue—not nausea—is the biggest reason people fail on GLP-1 medications [ 10:30 ] Optimizing blood sugar balance: The key behind sustainable fat loss (with GLP-1s or not) [ 13:20 ] How low-carb eating supports microdosing success—and why ketogenic diets are challenging
[ 17:00 ] Behavior change secrets: Why self-awareness is the foundation of lasting health
[ 20:30 ] How to protect lean muscle mass while using GLP-1 (hint: strength training + protein!)
[ 24:00 ] The dangers of high-dose GLP-1 regimens and crash weight loss
[ 26:20 ] Using GLP-1 as a support tool, not a crutch—not simply for "fast weight loss" as most people think
[ 29:20 ] Understanding Food Noise whether on or off GLP-1 medications: Is it just based on glucose spikes?
[ 33:30 ] Dr. Schehr's experience with patients getting off of GLP-1 medications
[ 36:00 ] Finding the minimum effective dose—not the standard pharmaceutical prescription
[ 38:00 ] How Bio.me supplements help support gut health, metabolism and GLP-1 weight loss success
[ 41:00 ] The return to community, in-person wellness and holistic empowerment after the pandemic
[ 42:45 ] The next 18 months, where to find Dr. Jaime Schehr and continue learning
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