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EPISODE · Jan 19, 2026 · 38 MIN

Understanding GLP-1 Medications: Hormones, Menopause & the Science Behind the Headlines with Dr. Rocio Salas-Whalen

from The Bright Side: A Hello Sunshine Podcast · host Reese's Book Club

In this episode of The Bright Side, Simone Boyce talks with endocrinologist and Weightless author Dr. Rocio Salas-Whalen about GLP-1 medications, food noise, hormones, and why “eat less, move more” doesn’t work for so many people. From epigenetics and menopause to muscle preservation and long-term health, this conversation reframes weight loss as body recomposition—and replaces shame with science.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit reesesbookclub.substack.com/subscribe

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