How GLP-1s Are Changing the Future for Breast Cancer Patients (with Dr. Andrew Shapiro)

Welcome back to The Holistic GLP-1 Podcast—the number-one show on Spotify and Apple Podcasts exploring a healthy and mindful approach to GLP-1 technologies, before, during and after the use of the actual medication. Today, we're joined by Dr. Andrew Shapiro, a leading breast-cancer surgeon and Medical Director of Advanced Surgical Physicians in Palm Beach County, Florida. Dr. Shapiro shares how GLP-1 medications like semaglutide and tirzepatide are transforming life after breast cancer—helping women regain metabolic balance, body confidence and a renewed sense of health. Together, we discuss the intersection of hormones, inflammation and weight management; why estrogen and insulin play pivotal roles in midlife health; and how a personalized, mindful approach to GLP-1 therapy can protect muscle, improve energy and promote lasting wellness. If you've ever wondered how GLP-1s fit into holistic cancer recovery and women's hormonal health — this episode will change the way you think about healing from the inside out. SHOW NOTES [ 00:00 ] Introduction [ 01:30 ] Dr. Shapiro's personal story; his wife's autoimmune illness and first-hand success with GLP-1s [ 03:35 ] Integrating GLP-1s into breast-cancer follow-up care; addressing post-treatment weight gain and hormonal medications [ 06:20 ] Safe timing for GLP-1 use after cancer treatment; improving quality of life for survivors [ 09:00 ] Sugar, metabolism & cancer growth; nutrition principles for cancer prevention and recovery [ 12:30 ] Mindset, lifestyle & community support in holistic healing [ 15:00 ] GLP-1 benefits beyond diabetes [ 18:20 ] Nutritional guidance: protein first, hydration, mindful eating [ 21:20 ] Individualized dosing & compounded tirzepatide; role of B12 and glycine for energy and muscle support [ 25:00 ] Preserving lean muscle mass and simple at-home strength training [ 28:00 ] Estrogen, obesity, and breast-cancer risk [ 31:00 ] Insulin regulation, menopause, and hormonal balance [ 34:30 ] Evolving approaches to menopause care and hormone therapy [ 37:00 ] Tapering off GLP-1 medications & long-term maintenance [ 40:00 ] Future applications of GLP-1s in autoimmune and metabolic medicine [ 43:00 ] Integration of bariatric surgery and medical weight management [ 46:00 ] Closing message: empowering women to thrive after breast cancer *** 🔗 Mentioned in This Episode: Learn how to activate GLP-1 naturally and silence cravings! CLICK HERE TO GET ⇒ Free Masterclass: Freedom From Food Noise: https://go.elizabethmcgann.com/start *** Get Connected with Elizabeth McGann: Coaching Website: http://www.ElizabethMcGann.com Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/elizabethmcgann Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElizabethMcGannWellness LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethmcgann X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ElizabethMcGann *** Learn more about Dr. Andrew Shapiro & His Practice: Website: https://www.toplinemd.com/advanced-surgical-physicians/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/advancedsurgicalphysicians/