Midlife, Medicine & Metabolism: The Truth About GLP-1s

Send us Fan MailIn Episode 9, we’re diving deep into the intersection of midlife medicine, metabolism, and modern menopause care — and we’re thrilled to introduce our guest, Caroline Toussaint, FNP.Together, we break down the real conversations happening in clinics today: ✨ What’s changing in women’s health ✨ What midlife women are actually struggling with ✨ And how GLP-1 medications fit into the bigger pictureWe unpack everything from the latest FDA updates on estrogen products, to when GLP-1s like Ozempic and Mounjaro make sense, to the critical role of nutrition, mental health, and lifestyle support in helping women thrive during perimenopause and menopause.If you’ve ever wondered whether GLP-1s are right for you, or how metabolism really shifts in midlife, this is your evidence-based guide — with heart, clarity, and a whole lot of hope.Episode Breakdown00:00 – Welcome to Faded to Fabulous 01:12 – Yuck & Yum: Menopause Edition 01:41 – FDA Updates on Estrogen Products 02:41 – Introducing Caroline Toussaint, FNP 03:18 – The GLP-1 Conversation 06:55 – Caroline’s Journey Into Women’s Health 12:39 – Compounding Pharmacies & GLP-1 Concerns 16:52 – Who Makes a Good Candidate for Medication? 17:28 – Contraindications & Safety Precautions 18:38 – Benefits Beyond Weight Loss 20:33 – Managing Side Effects & Short-Term Use 22:47 – Why an Interdisciplinary Team Matters 23:40 – Lifestyle, Resistance Training & Long-Term Success 28:59 – Cost & Accessibility Considerations 30:54 – The New Triple-Agonist Medication in Phase 3 32:16 – Final ThoughtsSupport the show✨ Join the Faded to Fabulous Community💝 Support Our Mission! Click here🖥️ Website: https://www.fadedtofabulous.biz📲 Instagram: @fadedtofabulous📘 Facebook: Faded to Fabulous🎥 YouTube: Faded to Fabulous📩 Join our newsletter: Subscribe here