GLP-1s, Weight Loss & Food Noise: What Women Over 35 Need to Know with Ashley Koff, RD

Are GLP-1 medications the breakthrough solution for weight health—or are we missing the bigger picture?In this episode of The BeingBrigid Show, I sit down with Ashley Koff, RD, an internationally recognized registered dietitian and integrative nutrition expert, to unpack the real conversation around GLP-1s, food noise, blood sugar, hormones, and sustainable weight health.If you’ve ever wondered why calorie counting stopped working, why food noise feels relentless, or how GLP-1s actually work in the body, this episode will completely change how you think about weight, health, and metabolism.What You’ll Learn In This Episode:What GLP-1 medications actually do (and what they don’t)Why food noise is often driven by hormones, trauma, and chronic dietingThe difference between weight loss and weight healthHow blood sugar and weight health hormones are deeply connectedWhy calorie counting often backfires—especially for womenPotential side effects of GLP-1s that are often misunderstoodWhen GLP-1s can be helpful—and when they can create new problemsHow to support hormone health, digestion, and metabolism with or without medicationWhy personalized nutrition coaching matters more than everWhether you’re considering a GLP-1, already on one, or trying to improve your health without medication, this episode offers clarity, nuance, and a root-cause perspective every woman deserves.Timestamps:00:00 Introduction to Functional Nutrition and GLP-1s01:49 Understanding GLP-1 Medications and Their Role04:32 The Impact of Hormones on Weight Health10:29 Exploring the Big Picture of Weight Health14:48 Concerns and Side Effects of GLP-1 Medications23:16 Societal Implications of Weight and Thinness31:16 Navigating Social Triggers and Body Image34:27 Understanding Triggers in Society39:45 The Complexity of Caloric Intake47:19 Optimizing Hunger Hormones56:29 The Interconnection of Blood Sugar and Hunger HormonesResources & Links:+ Watch the full episode on YouTube+ Brigid’s Website+ Brigid’s Instagram+ Ashley’s Instagram+ Ashley’s Book + The Better Nutrition Program