The #1 Ozempic Doctor Reveals The Truth About GLP-1s and Microdosing
with Dr. Alexandra Sowa
Is Ozempic the answer to lasting weight loss, or is there more to the story? In this episode of The Tamsen Show, Tamsen speaks with Dr. Alexandra Sowa, a board-certified physician specializing in metabolic health, to unpack the truth about GLP-1 medications like Ozempic.We explore how these drugs work, the emotional realities of weight loss, and why most people who start Ozempic may stay on it for life. Dr. Sowa also addresses the risks of misuse, the rise of compounding pharmacies, and why sustainable habits like strength training and food tracking are essential alongside medication.If you're curious about Ozempic, its effects on menopause, or the future of GLP-1 drugs, this episode delivers the facts and insights you need.What you’ll learn:
- How do GLP-1 medications like Ozempic work?
- Why weight loss isn't just about strong willpower
- The importance of healthy habits and food tracking if you take Ozempic
- The rise of compounding pharmacies and the larger risks involved
- How Ozempic interacts with menopause and hormone therapy
- Why strength training and whole foods are crucial for long-term health
- The emotional toll of body dysmorphia, navigating aging body image
- Can you realistically stop taking GLP-1 drugs once you start?
A look into the episode:
0:00 - Rethinking weight loss & GLP-1 medications
2:15 - What are GLP-1s?
4:30 - Hydration, Dosage, and Getting It Right
7:10 - It’s Biology, Not Willpower
9:45 - Starting Small: Building Sustainable Healthy Habits
12:20 - Is GLP-1 the Answer to Menopausal Weight Gain?
14:50 - Body Dysmorphia, Expectations, and Self-Compassion
21:05 - The Science of Compounding and Dosing GLP-1s
24:30 - When Will You Notice a Difference?
27:20 - LP-1s for Joint Pain, Exhaustion, and Menopause Symptoms
30:45 - Why Body Fat Percentage Matters More
33:10 - Weight Loss Is a Mental & Physical Journey
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