The Holistic GLP-1 Podcast with Elizabeth McGann

#49 - Keto + GLP-1s: The Secret to Microdosing? (with Maria Emmerich)


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In this powerful and practical episode, host Elizabeth McGann welcomes Maria Emmerich, a 22x bestselling author, nutritionist and renowned voice in the keto and carnivore community. Together, they unpack how to eat in a way that supports GLP-1 hormone signaling, muscle preservation and sustainable fat loss—whether you're taking GLP-1 peptides or not.

Maria shares science-backed strategies that have helped thousands reclaim their health, overcome food noise, and lose hundreds of pounds—without drugs.

 

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SHOW NOTES:

[ 00:00 ] Introduction

[ 01:45 ] Meet Maria Emmerich: Nutritionist, keto queen, bestselling author of 22+ books

[ 02:40 ] What “keto” really means—and why protein is the most important macro

[ 04:00 ] Fat vs. carbs: What to eat after you hit your protein target

[ 05:20 ] How keto improves metabolism, GLP-1 signaling, and brain health

[ 06:34 ] The thermic effect of protein & its role in stimulating GLP-1 naturally

[ 08:00 ] Protein vs. medication: “Spend the money on good food, not drugs”

[ 08:44 ] Taking GLP-1? Here’s how to prevent muscle loss on the medication

[ 09:40 ] What is a Protein Sparing Modified Fast—and why it works

[ 11:00 ] Stretching vs. strength training: what really preserves muscle

[ 12:33 ] Behavior change > medication: Why binge eating isn’t always about food

[ 13:25 ] Why most GLP-1 doses are too high and what happens when protein makes you nauseous

[ 14:45 ] The case for microdosing GLP-1 peptides—paired with the right diet

[ 15:41 ] What is Allulose? Maria’s favorite GLP-1 stimulating sweetener

[ 17:06 ] Maria’s personal transformation: PCOS, depression, and curing herself with keto

[ 19:00 ] From coffee shop to Halle Berry’s bookshelf: Maria’s origin story

[ 20:45 ] Carnivore diet explained: Busting myths and cutting through plant propaganda

[ 21:55 ] Why steak has 10x the nutrients of kale and blueberries

[ 25:13 ] Butter on steak? Why too much saturated fat may backfire on your metabolic health

[ 27:11 ] How much protein you need (and where to calculate it for free) → Visit: KetoMaria.com for Maria’s macro calculator

[ 30:45 ] Are you using GLP-1 meds as a crutch or a tool for behavior change?

[ 32:25 ] “I have a recipe for everything”: Why healing your relationship with food starts in your kitchen

[ 33:45 ] Is keto too expensive or time-consuming? Maria debunks the biggest myths

[ 35:36 ] Marathon mindset: How to take small steps and build lifelong dietary changes

[ 37:17 ] Breakfast matters: Why a protein-packed start stabilizes hunger all day

[ 39:51 ] Babies are born in ketosis: Debunking the myth that keto is dangerous

[ 41:08 ] HRT & menopause: Why keto alone can’t fully balance your hormones

[ 44:29 ] Where to find HRT guidance

[ 46:12 ] What estrogen does for your skin, bones, heart, and brain

[ 47:05 ] Working with Halle Berry, writing 22 books, and riding whales in Maui

[ 52:01 ] Inside Maria’s global keto retreats (India, Greece, Bali, and beyond!)

[ 53:30 ] The best place to start: Maria’s flagship book Keto: The Complete Guide to Success → Available via KetoMaria.com

 

 

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Learn more about Maria Emmerich:

Website: https://mariamindbodyhealth.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mariaemmerich/

 

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