In today's installment of The Holistic GLP-1 Podcast, we’re celebrating a milestone—Episode # 50—with a very special returning guest, functional health expert and Biohacker Babes co-host Lauren Sambataro.

Some of you may remember Lauren from way back in December 2022, when she joined us for a masterclass on biohacking metabolism with continuous glucose monitors. Almost three years later, she’s back—and this time, we’re going even further…

In today’s episode, we explore the cutting edge of metabolic health: how CGMs can guide a personalized approach to GLP-1s, why microdosing peptides might be the key to long-term success, and how psilocybin and mycology integration can shift not only your biology but your mindset and soulscape. We talk about protein, hormones, emotional eating and the future of biohacking—all with the help of Lauren’s signature clarity and insight.

📌 Whether you're on a GLP-1 journey or just starting to optimize your health, this episode will give you the tools and mindset shifts to move forward with clarity, precision and compassion.

So, take a breath, settle in, and enjoy the show!

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SHOW NOTES:

[ 00:00 ] Introduction

[ 01:55 ] The Bigger Picture of Metabolic Health: How Lauren’s focus has expanded from food to environmental toxins and chronic stress as primary drivers of dysregulation.

[ 06:00 ] Food Noise & Real-Time Data from CGMs: How stress (not just food) impacts blood sugar and how CGMs can help track it.

[ 10:40 ] Toxins, Testing & Metabolic Triggers: From heavy metals to mold exposure, Lauren walks through how to investigate toxin load and when to go deeper with functional testing.

[ 11:56 ] GLP-1s & the Case for Microdosing: Both Elizabeth and Lauren advocate for minimum effective dosing, how CGMs can guide it and why metabolic health should come first.

[ 15:14 ] Why So Many People Plateau on GLP-1s: Lauren explains the flattening effect of GLP-1s on the body’s metabolism, and why the "magic pill" approach can only go so far without habit change.

[ 20:00 ] Weight as a Symptom, Not the Problem: Weight gain is not the issue, but the result of deeper imbalances like stress, toxins and poor recovery.

[ 23:34 ] What a CGM Can Reveal About You: From food sensitivities and stress to sleep and exercise response, CGMs are “lifestyle monitors” that decode your body’s feedback.

[ 29:35 ] A Balanced Take on GLP-1s: Lauren’s nuanced view is a must-hear for anyone weighing the pros and cons of these medications.

[ 31:20 ] Peptide Treatments Beyond GLP-1: Lauren shares her take on the peptide boom, her cautious optimism on where it is going and why lifestyle interventions must come first.

[ 43:42 ] Psilocybin to Treat Emotional Eating? Lauren introduces the concept of mycology integration, how microdosing mushrooms can quiet food noise and rewire emotional triggers.

[ 47:27 ] How to Get Started with Psychedelic Support: Lauren recommends the platform she partners with as a useful way of beginning.

[ 50:32 ] Sub-Perceptual Dosing and Presence: How microdosing can help you slow down, rewire decision patterns and reclaim connection to your body’s innate intelligence.

[ 52:56 ] Spiritual Intelligence & the Soul of Weight Loss: Being fully present is spiritual, Lauren says, and that connection can be the missing key to stainable transformation.

[ 57:22 ] What’s Next for Lauren Sambataro: Lauren reflects on shifting from chronic illness cases to deeper emotional healing, microdosing and slowing down personally.

[ 58:28 ] About the Biohacker Babes Podcast: Lauren and her sister co-host a top-ranked podcast on hormones, energy and functional health. 305 episodes and counting!

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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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In this breakthrough episode, Dr. Ralph DeFronzo—one of the most respected names in metabolic health—joins Elizabeth to discuss the real story behind GLP-1 medications.

If you’ve ever wondered:

Do I have to stay on GLP-1s forever?

Are lower doses (or “microdoses”) actually effective?

Can I activate GLP-1 naturally—without prescriptions?

Is it really safe for long-term use?

…this episode gives you honest answers, straight from an expert who helped define modern diabetes treatment.

Dr. D explains how GLP-1s not only facilitate weight loss by reducing one’s appetite, but also protect your heart, liver, brain and kidneys—and why most people overlook this crucial benefit. You’ll learn what makes someone a “super responder,” the link between cortisol and weight loss resistance, and how to finally quiet “Food Noise” for good. ✨

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SHOW NOTES:

[ 00:00 ] Introduction

[ 01:45 ] GLP-1s: Not just for weight loss—they also protect your heart, liver, kidneys & brain

[ 03:40 ] People often forget: GLP-1s were originally created to treat diabetes

[ 07:35 ]  Are low doses (aka “microdosing”) effective? DeFronzo’s take on trending wellness practices

[ 10:55 ] Significant benefits of GLP-1s for non-diabetics

[ 13:25 ] How much weight do you really need to lose to help your heart? The 10% threshold explained

[ 15:55 ] “Weighted” Question: Once on them, do you need to be on GLP-1s forever? The real answer from an expert who knows

[ 19:30 ] Why diet and exercise alone don’t work long-term for most people—and what actually does work

[ 22:30 ] Can you “reverse” diabetes or insulin resistance naturally? The symptoms, YES... but it’s complicated!

[ 25:00 ] How GLP-1s reduce inflammation and rewire your metabolism at the cellular level

[ 28:00 ] The truth about “natural” GLP-1 boosters like berberine, fiber and protein

[ 31:00 ] Dr. DeFronzo’s surprising eating habit—and what it reveals about fasting myths

[ 35:00 ] How GLP-1s may help food addiction by rewiring brain circuitry

[ 39:45 ] Insights from four-year safety data: What we do and don’t know about long-term use

[ 42:00 ] Black box warnings and thyroid cancer risk—what’s real and what’s hype?

[ 44:50 ] Can someone taper off of GLP-1s successfully? Who are the 10–15% that do—and how?

[ 49:00 ] Will future GLP-1s render current meds obsolete? Why retatrutide may change the game

[ 56:00 ] Super-responders vs. non-responders—and the cortisol connection you’ve never heard

[ 59:00 ] Why Dr. DeFronzo thinks the next big breakthrough will be insulin-sensitizers

[ 01:02:00 ] Final thoughts: a hopeful but cautionary note about access, cost and a new generation of GLP-1s on the way

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Learn more about Dr. Ralph DeFronzo:

University of Texas Health San Antonio Bio : https://directory.uthscsa.edu/academics/profile/defronzo

Appearance on Dr. Peter Attia’s THE DRIVE Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vYQaLV3Fm00

Dr. DeFronzo’s Work: Just Google him—you’ll find over 900 scientific publications!

Could sugar be the real addiction holding you back on your GLP-1 weight loss journey?

Join host Elizabeth McGann and “The Sugar-Free Man” Michael Collins—founder of SugarAddiction.com and the Quit Sugar Summit—for an unfiltered look at why cutting sugar might be the fastest path to healing your metabolism, resetting your hormones and getting off GLP-1 drugs for good.

Michael shares the shocking truth about how sugar lights up the same brain pathways as cocaine, why it’s not just willpower, and how 41,000+ people have successfully detoxed with his protocol. Whether you're currently on a full GLP-1 prescription, microdosing, all-natural or simply curious, this episode will change how you think about cravings, Food Noise and what your body actually needs to release weight.

🎯 In This Episode You’ll Learn:

Why GLP-1 meds are just a tool—and how to wean off them naturally

The shocking truth about how sugar hijacks your brain

What counts as “sugar” (spoiler: it’s more than cookies)

How to detox safely and finally end "Food Noise"

The link between sugar, trauma, and emotional self-soothing

SHOW NOTES

[ 01:44 ] Meet Michael Collins, the “Sugar-Free Man” who’s helped over 41,000 people break free from sugar’s grip—without shame or willpower wars.

[ 02:22 ] Raised on sugar, numbing with it for years, and then getting sober—Michael shares how emotional pain often hides in plain sight…in your cravings.

[ 04:24 ]  Food noise, food guilt, and food obsession—where it really comes from and why your brain might be hardwired to seek sugar.

[ 05:52 ] The uncomfortable truth: sugar acts like a drug in the brain. Here’s how it hijacks your mood, your hormones, and your ability to feel full.

[ 09:33 ] Two-thirds of the population is hooked—but no one wants to admit it. Michael breaks down the real numbers and what people are too ashamed to say out loud.

[ 13:41 ] Backed by science: sugar lights up the same brain pathways as cocaine. The reward loop is real—and you can’t think your way out of it.

[ 15:05 ] Mental fog, low energy, and memory issues? Sugar might be shrinking your brain. Metabolic psychiatry is rewriting the conversation on addiction and aging.

[ 17:33 ] Why sugar isn’t just cookies. It’s hidden in “healthy” foods—fruit juice, bread, potatoes, dried fruit. If you’ve quit sweets but still feel cravings, this is why.

[ 20:16 ] How 5-year-olds are ending up with fatty liver—and what that means for your hormones, metabolism and longevity.

[ 23:40 ] You think you’re being “good” by cutting back—but even small amounts of sugar can trigger a cascade that sets you back. Why abstinence is easier than moderation.

[ 30:03 ] For some, GLP-1 can be a useful bridge. But real freedom comes when the sugar cravings disappear and the dose drops—or disappears too.

[ 31:28 ] The detox that’s changed lives: no sugar, no flour, and no caffeine (yep, caffeine too) for 30 days. And why it works when nothing else does.

[ 35:29 ] What to eat instead. The power of whole foods, healthy fats and removing the biochemical noise so your body can regulate hunger naturally.

[ 39:10 ] Some foods keep your cravings on life support. What you need to know about nuts, dairy, and even fruit once you’re deep into your healing.

[ 44:30 ] The deeper reason weight returns after success. If you’ve ever thought, “Why can’t I just stay on track?”—you'll need to hear this part.

[ 49:00 ] This isn’t a diet. It’s a path to healing your brain, stabilizing your mood, and remembering who you are without the daily sugar hit.

[ 52:16 ] Want to take the first step? Visit QuitSugarSummit.com to join Michael’s sugar detox or find group coaching. 

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Learn more about: Michael Collins, “The Sugar-Free Man”

Website: https://sugaraddiction.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realsugarfreeman/?hl=en

The Last Resort Sugar Detox Book on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Last-Resort-Sugar-Detox-Guide/dp/172922329X

What if your weight loss journey could be both powerful and sustainable—without sacrificing your body's muscle mass, metabolism or equilibrium?

In the latest episode of The Holistic GLP-1 Podcast, Elizabeth sits down with Dr. Jaime Schehr, a nationally recognized naturopathic doctor and registered dietitian, to unpack the truth about using GLP-1 medications holistically.

Together they explore how to microdose GLP-1 medications to avoid muscle loss; why supporting your body naturally is crucial (whether on the medication or not); and how real change comes from self-awareness—not shortcuts. You'll also learn why Food Noise happens, how to quiet it naturally, and what to prioritize if you're serious about sustainable, body-loving weight release long term.

If you're a woman in perimenopause or menopause looking for a natural, soul-aligned path to weight loss, this episode is for you.✨

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SHOW NOTES:

[ 00:00 ] Intro: Mind, Body & Soul Weight Release with Elizabeth

[ 01:20 ] Redefining GLP-1: Not just about fast weight loss—it's about metabolic healing

[ 02:20 ] Dr. Jaime’s first exposure to GLP-1 medications during the pandemic—and the “Hail Mary” experience that changed her mind about it

[ 04:10 ] Why standard diets fail women in midlife, the perils of a “diet culture” and what everyone must understand about hormonal health

[ 06:40 ] Activating your natural GLP-1: Fiber, gut health, strength training and strategic supplementation

[ 08:00 ] Why fatigue—not nausea—is the biggest reason people fail on GLP-1 medications

[ 10:30 ] Optimizing blood sugar balance: The key behind sustainable fat loss (with GLP-1s or not)

[ 13:20 ] How low-carb eating supports microdosing success—and why ketogenic diets are challenging  

[ 17:00 ] Behavior change secrets: Why self-awareness is the foundation of lasting health

[ 20:30 ] How to protect lean muscle mass while using GLP-1 (hint: strength training + protein!)  

[ 24:00 ] The dangers of high-dose GLP-1 regimens and crash weight loss  

[ 26:20 ] Using GLP-1 as a support tool, not a crutch—not simply for “fast weight loss” as most people think  

[ 29:20 ] Understanding Food Noise whether on or off GLP-1 medications: Is it just based on glucose spikes?  

[ 33:30 ] Dr. Schehr’s experience with patients getting off of GLP-1 medications  

[ 36:00 ] Finding the minimum effective dose—not the standard pharmaceutical prescription  

[ 38:00 ] How Bio.me supplements help support gut health, metabolism and GLP-1 weight loss success  

[ 41:00 ] The return to community, in-person wellness and holistic empowerment after the pandemic  

[ 42:45 ] The next 18 months, where to find Dr. Jaime Schehr and continue learning

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In this action-packed episode, Elizabeth sits down with Dr. Suzanne Gilberg-Lenz to unpack the biggest misconceptions surrounding menopause, and introduce the concept of using GLP-1 medications in chorus with hormone replacement therapy for positive health (and weight-release) outcomes.

An OB/GYN, Integrative Health Practitioner and author of Menopause Bootcamp, Dr. Suzanne’s insights sound like a battle cry for women to optimize their health and empower themselves and flourish as they age.

Throughout the high-energy discussion, Elizabeth and Dr. Suzanne discuss the biggest myths about menopause, and dive into the real deal about HRT—what works, what doesn’t, and what you need to know if you’re thinking about adding it to your GLP-1 journey.

If you’re interested in a holistic approach to GLP-1s, this combo could be a game changer—not just for weight loss, but for inflammation, energy and even long-term brain health. As Dr. Suzanne says, we seem to have entered the Wild West of discovering the full potential of GLP-1 agonist medications.

So if you’ve been wondering how to feel better, think clearer, and actually release weight—body, mind, and soul—you’re going to want to give this one a listen!

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SHOW NOTES

[ 00:00 ] Meet Dr. Suzanne Gilberg-Lenz, OB/GYN, integrative health pioneer, menopause educator and fierce truth-teller.

[ 01:50 ] Not a pathology or a disease: breaking the biggest myths surrounding menopause

[ 03:00 ] Hormone Therapy as an effective tool for menopause-age women, but not for everyone

[ 05:00 ] About Menopause Bootcamp, the book and the women’s health movement

[ 08:50 ] Hormone Therapy, bioidenticals, and taking a nutritional vs. HRT approach: what’s safe, what’s hype, and what every woman needs to know before choosing.

[ 13:00 ] “I’m Doing Everything Right, But Still Struggling—Now What?” When lifestyle isn't enough and when to consider HRT

[ 17:40 ] Why You Can’t Find a Good Menopause Doctor

[ 23:00 ] Why Women Gain Belly Fat in Midlife (It’s Not Your Fault): the old dieting tricks no longer work when you are shifting into a new metabolism

[ 27:00 ] Using GLP-1 medications and Hormone Therapy synergistically: What Dr. Suzanne thinks about semaglutide, longevity and the “wild west” of peptides.

[ 30:15 ] Natural GLP-1 Support & the Role of Botanicals: how herbs and plants can support the journey—but aren’t always a replacement.

[ 32:34 ] What Dr. Suzanne Really Thinks About the Politics of Healthcare and Women’s Health: a fiery take on the current cabinet picks, deregulation and reproductive rights.

[ 36:00 ] The next 18 months: what’s next for Dr. Suzanne, her new practice launch, upcoming retreats and where to follow her online.

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Learn more about Dr. Suzanne Gilberg Lenz:

Website: https://thedrsuzanne.com/

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

Menopause Bootcamp on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Menopause-Bootcamp-Optimize-Empower-Flourish/dp/0063143186

In this episode of The Holistic GLP-1 Podcast, we are joined by the wonderful Dr. Stan Guberman, a licensed Chiropractic Physician and Certified Acupuncturist who holds two Diplomas in Nutrition that he’s put to excellent use over a 40-year career.

I first discovered Dr. Guberman about a year ago when I was dealing with a health challenge and was looking for holistic solutions. I was so impressed by his wealth of naturopathic knowledge I just knew I had to share him with you.

Throughout the discussion, Dr. G helps us consider natural alternatives to GLP-1 medications for weight loss purposes—including gems like Berberine and Yerba Mate tea. We also explore the optimal kind of diet and dietary supplements one could strongly consider when following a holistic GLP-1 program. As well as the so-called “Seven Cs” to avoid.

Guberman wisely cautions against the notion of viewing GLP-1 treatments as a panacea to America’s obesity epidemic—reminding us that without a strong focus on the four pillars of sensible nutrition, most of the weight loss achieved by GLP-1 patients is likely to be fleeting and therefore unsuccessful.

We cover some amazing ground on this podcast, including the very hot topic of micro-dosing GLP-1’s—that is utilizing only a “minimum effective dose” of these peptides for the healthiest and most long-term, sustainable benefits.

So let’s get into it!

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SHOW NOTES

00:00 – Intro: The “7 Cs” to Avoid While Taking GLP-1 Medications

02:52 – Big Pharma vs. Natural Medicine: Will RFK Jr. be a game-changer to the toxic food industry? The battle against processed food and chemical additives.

04:48 – The Truth About Our Food Supply: Why U.S. food is laced with harmful chemicals & how Europe is leading the way in banning toxic additives.

06:44 – How to Choose the Right Supplements: Why blindly buying supplements at Whole Foods could be a mistake.

08:03 – Are You Addicted to Food? The truth about "food noise" and how to naturally rebalance hunger hormones like GLP-1.

10:53 – Why Big Pharma Fears Nutrition: How natural alternatives like berberine and Yerba Mate could replace prescription drugs.

13:45 – The Hidden Dangers of Organic Foods: What you should know before buying organic & why hydroponics might be a better option.

16:05 – GLP-1 Medications & America’s Obesity Crisis: The shocking truth about how much money is  spent on weight loss drugs with an ongoing obesity epidemic.

19:18 – The Case for Microdosing GLP-1: Why smaller doses, combined with lifestyle changes, may be the key to sustainable weight loss.

21:36 – Natural GLP-1 Boosters: How to enhance weight loss with supplements like berberine, Yerba Mate, and fiber.

24:07 – What Your Bloodwork Says About Your Health: The key markers to watch for metabolic health, inflammation and vitamin deficiencies.

29:08 – The Menopause & Perimenopause Puzzle: Why hormone balancing has become unnecessarily complicated & nutritional recommendations

32:36 – The Best Natural Hormone Balancers: Should you microdose bioidentical hormones? A look at Phyto B, Siberian rhubarb, and natural alternatives.

35:25 – Ideal progression of treatment from “What are your symptoms?” to “What were your symptoms?”

39:51 – The Future of Cancer & Functional Medicine: Exciting research on alternative therapies, including venus fly trap extract & infrared therapy.

42:21 – Should Dr. Guberman start a podcast? He considers launching his own show & Elizabeth shares tips on getting started.

44:16 – Dr. Guberman’s Supplements for top-rated holistic health solutions.

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This episode of The Holistic GLP-1 Podcast was recorded in the Los Angeles area in mid-January 2025, while the epically destructive LA fires were still burning.

The interview subject was Dr. Jennifer Ellice, or “Dr. Jenn” as she is known at Golden Afternoon, the Ketamine clinic she owns and runs in Santa Monica—just a few miles away from where the Palisades Fire incinerated thousands of homes in one of the wealthiest zip codes in the United States.

With those fires amounting to one of the worst natural disasters in American History, the topics of trauma and PTSD were intensely at the front of the discussion.

Throughout the podcast, we explore how Ketamine works, and how people fresh from the experience of such traumas may directly benefit from this type of psychedelic therapy. We also discuss how Ketamine can produce a powerful and transformative healing effect on those suffering from more chronic issues like eating disorders, ongoing depression and anxiety.

Dr. Jenn also specifically helps us understand how Ketamine therapy acts on the same “reward pathways” of the human brain as GLP-1 agonist medications like Ozempic and Mounjaro—and how a growing number of doctors are meaningfully prescribing Ketamine in conjunction with GLP-1 treatments for weight loss and other weight release purposes.

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SHOW NOTES

[ 00:00 ] Intro

[ 02:00 ] Golden Afternoon Clinic’s proximity to the LA Fires; reminiscent of PTSD during COVID-19 pandemic

[ 05:00 ] How people with post-traumatic stress may benefit from Ketamine therapy

[ 06:25 ] How Ketamine therapy works

[ 08:00 ] In the 90s we discovered its rapid antidepressant and anxiety-breaking effects

[ 09:00 ] Dr. Jenn’s experience: “People wake up transformed”

[ 10:35 ] Ketamine therapy & neuroplasticity

[ 12:45 ] Essential for therapeutic benefit, but difficult to study the nature of “the trip” – more in the realm of philosophy, poetry and religion than science

[ 15:00 ] Benefits of Ketamine for people on a weight loss journey

[ 18:00 ] Doctors now prescribing Ketamine in conjunction with GLP-1 agonist medications — both work on the “reward pathways” of the mind

[ 19:00 ] Concept of a “minimum effective dose” less applicable to Ketamine therapy

[ 24:00 ] “If you don’t get a psychedelic experience, Ketamine therapy doesn’t work as well.”

[ 27:00 ] Micro-dosing GLP-1s as “training wheels for behavior”

[ 29:00 ] Matthew Perry’s Ketamine-related death as a cautionary tale

[ 35:00 ] In some cases, patients heal from decades of suffering

[ 36:00 ] Spiritual question: What are people learning from a Ketamine trip?

[ 40:00 ] A setback for psychedelics: MDMA not getting approved

[ 43:00 ] Importance of “integrations”

[ 45:45 ] Potential for psychedelic therapy going forward

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Learn more about Dr. Jenn Ellice and the Golden Afternoon clinic based in Santa Monica:

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Today’s episode is the last we are running in 2024, and the last using the title “Drop the Weight.” Beginning with the first episode of 2025, this podcast will officially begin using the name The Holistic GLP-1 Podcast, to reflect the direction Elizabeth is going in her professional work with clients offerings to the public. More on that shortly!

We couldn’t be ending this year more brightly than with today’s guest, the lovely Jillian Acosta, whose work includes using psychedelics as a tool to overcome food traumas of various kinds that people throughout the world suffer from.

Psychedelics have been on the world’s radar ever since Michael Pollan’ s groundbreaking work How to Change Your Mind was published some years back. And when we recently heard about Jilllian’s focus on psychedelics in her work with weight-release clients, we knew we had to bring her onto the show.

Throughout the podcast, Jillian relates the story of the sexual abuse she experienced as a young child, the severe eating disorders she suffered for many years afterward, and how Ayahuasca provided the psychedelic key to busting through those issues to become the radiant, holistic and inspiring woman leader she is today.

Happy 2025 to all of you!

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SHOW NOTES

[ 00:00 ] Intro

[ 02:00 ] Psychedelics saved her life.

[ 03:00 ] No recollection of childhood sexual abuse for 32 years, until she tried Ayahuasca

[ 07:00 ] Experience of discovering her background of childhood abuse through Ayahuasca was “difficult, uncomfortable, but not re-traumatizing.”

[ 10:30 ] COINCIDENCE: Jillian first heard about Ayahuasca on a podcast featuring someone who overcame an eating disorder through taking Ayahuasca.

[ 11:45 ] What is was like taking Ayahuasca for the first time: “lit up like a Christmas tree for one month”

[ 13:00 ] Three months later, she ended her marriage

[ 14:00 ] Sexual abuse revealed across three Ayahuasca ceremonies in two days

[ 16:00 ] She went into solitude for two years afterwards, becoming “a medicine woman of sorts.”

[ 18:00 ] Psychedelics and Weight Loss

[ 20:00 ] Back story: she checked herself into an eating disorder clinic at age 23

[ 23:00 ] “It’s always there” - How she deals with the eating disorder now 

[ 31:00 ] Cue of emotional eating” “What am I trying not to feel?”

[ 33:45 ] Widespread parasite afflictions: need for parasite cleanses

[ 38:00 ] The terrain of the gut and gut health

[ 40:40 ] Breast “explantation” experience

[ 44:00 ] A “massive fan” of Ketamine

[ 48:30 ] Matthew Perry’s overdose on Ketamine as a cautionary tale

[ 52:00 ] Trauma as the root cause of illness; psychedelics take us to the root cause of trauma

[ 54:20 ] Collaborating with “badass women” over the next 18 months; day retreats in Austin, Texas

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Learn more about Jillian Acosta and her Root Cause Method:

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In this episode of Drop the Weight, we are joined by Kundalini Yoga expert Karena Virginia to discuss her latest work in the fields of ancestral healing, epigenetics and overcoming generational trauma.

The author of the critically influential book Essential Kundalini Yoga and an early forerunner of the Me Too movement, Karena is a highly sought after leader in yogic philosophy as it applies to daily life and a voice of feminine courage confronting sexual abuse.

In this podcast, Karena explains how unaddressed generational trauma is often the root cause of afflictions people suffer from, showing up in many identifiable forms: including obesity issues, addiction disorders of various kinds, depression and the widely experienced feeling of being unable to function in modern society.

Karena also shares the story of how she chose to publicly speak out about being sexually groped by Donald Trump (after a decade of silence) in 2016; and how she later struggled with being a leader in the Kundalini yoga space after its founder Yogi Bhajan was outed for sexual abuse in 2019.

A mixture of both light and dark, this podcast is a must listen for anyone needing a metaphysical uplift in challenging times!

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SHOW NOTES

[ 00:00 ] Intro

[ 03:20 ] Ancestral Lineage Agreements can cause us to sabotage our lives

[ 05:30 ] Generational Trauma

[ 07:15 ] Working with IBM and NASA

[ 14:00 ] Holding on to physical weigh to protect yourself

[ 20:20 ] Karena’s September 11th story

[ 26:00 ] Afterwards she meditated and saw “thousands of angels”

[ 27:45 ] Addictions of any kind originate in dissociating from trauma, ending in horrible shame

[ 38:00 ] Experience of sexual assault (around 1998) like a “carbuncle,” a pimple with multiple heads

[ 40:00 ] Her public statement about Donald Trump in 2016 shown all over the world on television and the BBC—ultimately an empowering experience

[ 43:50 ] Three years later, the Yogi Bhajan scandal and, as a well-known Kundalini yoga instructor and published author, how she dealt with it

[ 48:00 ] How during COVID, she saw the need for Kundalini meditations, and decided to resume teaching the yoga practice

[ 50:00 ] Now teaching again and holding retreats at places like the Omega Institute and Costa Rica

[ 53:00 ] Thoughts about “The Fall of the Guru” and a crumbling patriarchal system

[ 55:00 ] Role playing ancestral healing exchange between Karena and Elizabeth

[ 57:15 ] A “lineage agreement” addressed

[ 1:02:00 ] Upcoming retreat in Mexico and studying the healing mysticism of Egyptian high priestesses

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Learn more about Karena Virginia:

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