September 9, 2024
Ozempic, GLP-1s & Testosterone for Women: Explained with Dr. Rocio Salas-Whalen
BETTER! Muscle, Mobility, Metabolism & (Peri) Menopause with Dr. StephanieAbout this episode
Dr. Rocio Salas-Whalen joins Dr. Stephanie to discuss a range of topics related to obesity, the obesity epidemic, and pharmacological treatments like GLP-1 agonists (e.g., Ozempic). They delve into how these drugs work, their effects on the body, and hormonal influences, particularly in women undergoing perimenopause and menopause. Episode Overview: 0:00 Intro/Teaser 1:28 Ozempic and Hormone Therapy for Women 9:38 Exploring Peptide Effects on Behaviors 17:31 Weight Loss Challenges and Factors 19:32 Weight Loss Strategies and Muscle Maintenance 24:08 Misconceptions About BMI and Health 29:00 Weight Loss and Hormone Research 35:27 Benefits and Risks of Medication 43:58 Debunking the Myth of Microdosing 48:06 Off-Label Benefits of Testosterone Therapy 53:47 Embracing Menopause for Optimal Living For resources mentioned in this episode go to https://drstephanieestima.com/podcasts/ozempic-glp-1s-testosterone-for-women-explained/ Bio: Dr. Rocio Salas-Whalen is a triple board certified physician with broad experience across all facets of endocrinology, with a particular emphasis on obesity, diabetes and thyroid disorders. She believes that every patient is different and that effective care must be customized according to individual needs. She is a strong advocate for prevention rather than treatment – especially in regard to obesity and diabetes. She performs in-office thyroid ultrasonography and fine needle aspiration biopsy of thyroid nodules. We are grateful to our sponsors: BEAM MINERALS Beam Minerals contains every single mineral that you lose during perimenopause and menopause, and there is a meaningful dose here with close to 100% bioavailability. All you have to do is take a shot of liquid every morning to replenish your mineral stores and ease the symptoms that you might be experiencing. Head over to https://beamminerals.com/better and use the code BETTER for 20% off. EQUIP You can use this grass-fed collagen daily, to take care of your hair, skin, nails, joints, and gut after resistance training workouts, or you can even bake with it because it tastes like dessert, not beef. Go to https://equipfoods.com/better and use the code BETTER for 20% off. TIMELINE Feeling tired and having no energy does not have to be your fate. Mitopure is a supplement and skin health line that helps improve energy at the level of the mitochondria so that you can continue to engage in the activities you love. Go to https://timelinenutrition.com/better and use code BETTER to get 10% off your order. NOW OPEN! EVEN BETTER! PREMIUM MEMBERSHIP When you join Dr. Stephanie Estima's EVEN BETTER! Premium Membership, you'll join a community of women focused on actionable health goals, performance, and a well-lived life. You'll get early and ad-free access to the weekly Better! podcasts; action guides; "Ask Me Anything," solo, and bonus episodes; insights from the guest discussions coupled with recommendations you can use to build habits and routines; bonus content; and exclusive discounts. Subscribe at https://estima.supercast.com/ . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.