The Sustainable Way to Do GLP-1s (with Melissa Mitri)

Millions of women are discovering the benefits of GLP-1 medications, but lasting results require more than simply eating less.In this episode, Elizabeth welcomes registered dietitian Melissa Mitri, who has spent nearly two decades helping clients achieve sustainable weight loss through evidence-based nutrition and lifestyle strategies. Melissa explains why GLP-1 medications work best when paired with healthy habits, proper nourishment, exercise and a long-term mindset.Together, they explore how to naturally stimulate the body's own GLP-1 production, build a foundation for success before starting the medication, preserve muscle and metabolic health during weight loss, and successfully transition off GLP-1s when the time comes.***SHOW NOTES[ 00:00 ] Introduction[ 02:17 ] Preparing for a GLP-1 journey[ 04:00 ] What "nutrient-dense" really means[ 06:08 ] Fiber, satiety, and metabolic health[ 07:18 ] Building sustainable habits[ 08:46 ] The hidden risks of skipping meals[ 12:42 ] Meal prep for real life[ 15:25 ] Naturally stimulating your body's own GLP-1[ 17:26 ] Foods that naturally increase GLP-1[ 19:16 ] Supplements that may help[ 22:43 ] The new GLP-1 pill formulations[ 28:00 ] Personalized medicine and the future of obesity treatment[ 29:24 ] Hunger isn't the enemy[ 31:10 ] Transitioning off GLP-1 medications[ 40:09 ] The mindset component[ 43:08 ] Managing food noise after GLP-1s[ 45:46 ] Exercise and long-term weight maintenance[ 48:38 ] The future of GLP-1s\[ 50:03 ] Melissa's work and resources***Get Connected with Elizabeth McGann:Coaching Website: http://www.ElizabethMcGann.comInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/elizabethmcgannFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElizabethMcGannWellnessLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethmcgannX/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ElizabethMcGann***Learn more about Melissa MitriInstagram: @the.weightloss.dietitianWebsite: https://melissamitri.com/