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The #1 GLP-1 Doctor: What Works, What Doesn’t & What’s Next

The Tamsen Show

December 3, 2025 ∙ 55 mins
Episode 42

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So many women are confused about GLP-1 medications like Zepbound, Wegovy, Ozempic, and Mounjaro, and unsure how they work, how to start, how to avoid side effects, or whether they are safe. The opinions are loud, the misinformation is everywhere, and it can feel impossible to know what is true. This is exactly why Tamsen turned to Dr. Rocío Salas-Whalen, one of the country’s leading GLP-1 experts and a triple board-certified endocrinologist who has guided thousands of women through this process.  She is also the author of ‘Weightless: A Doctor's Guide to GLP-1 Medications, Sustainable Weight Loss, and the Health You Deserve,’ a trusted clinician for decades, and one of the clearest voices in the conversation about weight, hormones, and metabolic health. In this episode, Dr. Rocío Salas-Whalen answers the questions you submitted, including: -What is the safest way to start a GLP-1 -What dose to begin with, and how slowly to increase -How to prevent nausea and other side effects -Whether GLP-1s help with perimenopause belly fat, PCOS, or Hashimoto’s -Whether microdosing is effective or just a trend -What to do when weight loss plateaus or when the medication is stopped -What new GLP-1s are expected in 2026 This conversation cuts through the noise and brings real understanding to a topic that affects millions of women. Watch full video episodes HERE Get Tamsen’s new book, How To Menopause: Take Charge of Your Health, Reclaim Your Life and Feel Even Better Than Before Follow The Tamsen Show on Instagram Follow Tamsen on Instagram Follow Tamsen on TikTok Want more from Dr. Rocio? Follow her on Instagram Visit her website Read her book, Weightless: A Doctor's Guide to GLP-1 Medications, Sustainable Weight Loss, and the Health You Deserve This show is sponsored by Midi Health. Visit www.joinmidi.com/tamsen today to book your personalized, insurance-covered virtual visit. Midi. The Care Women Deserve. Medical Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical concerns or treatment options. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of The Tamsen Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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December 3, 2025

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    Does Christmas feel overwhelming instead of joyful during menopause? In this festive solo episode, Dr Naomi Potter talks honestly about why Christmas can feel especially hard during perimenopause and menopause. We're breaking down how you can protect your energy, mood, and wellbeing during the most pressured time of year. From navigating family dynamics and emotional […]

  • Countdown of Karen's Top Ten Episodes of 2025

    Karen counts down her top 10 Itchy & Bitchy moments of 2025, from smarter New Year’s resolutions and promising UTI vaccines on the horizon to updated insights on HRT. Visit our website itchyandbitchy.com to read blog posts on the many topics we have covered on the show.

The Tamsen Show

You deserve a roadmap. Consider this your starting point. Hosted by Emmy-winning journalist, filmmaker, and New York Times best-selling author Tamsen Fadal, The Tamsen Show is where real talk meets real solutions. Each week, Tamsen sits down with top doctors, leading voices, and women rewriting the rules—from hormones and health to reinvention, relationships, and everything […]

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