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Discover the truth about GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Mounjaro as we debunk five major myths. Learn why these aren't just medications, the critical role of exercise, long-term use concerns, dietary requirements, and natural alternatives like Berberine that support your body's own GLP-1 production for sustainable weight loss and blood sugar management.

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5 KEY TAKEAWAYS

GLP-1s Are Natural Body Compounds – Your gut naturally produces GLP-1 peptides after meals. When gut dysfunction like leaky gut occurs, your body can't make enough, leading to blood sugar issues and weight gain. Medications replace what your body should be making naturally.
Exercise Is Non-Negotiable – Semaglutide can cause up to 40% lean muscle loss during weight reduction. Resistance training is essential to preserve muscle mass, maintain insulin sensitivity, and achieve sustainable weight loss—even while on GLP-1 medications.
Long-Term Use Has Consequences – Studies show participants regain two-thirds of weight loss within one year of stopping GLP-1s. Higher doses and longer duration (over 26 weeks) increase gallbladder disease risk by 40%. The pharmaceutical industry benefits from lifelong dependency.
Diet Still Matters – GLP-1 medications inhibit gallbladder motility and delay emptying, increasing gallstone risk. Supporting your liver and gallbladder through proper nutrition is critical during weight loss, whether using medications or natural alternatives.
Natural Alternatives Exist – Berberine supports natural GLP-1 production, improves insulin sensitivity, and helps with blood sugar control. Combined with L-glutamine for gut health and liver support, you can address the root cause rather than just symptoms—at a fraction of the cost.

TIMESTAMPS
00:00 – START
02:15 – One in eight adults have tried GLP-1 medications
04:30 – Myth #1: GLP-1s are only medications
07:45 – Your gut naturally makes GLP-1 peptides
10:20 – Myth #2: You don't need to exercise on GLP-1s
13:50 – Muscle wasting and lean mass loss concerns
16:30 – Myth #3: You can take GLP-1s for a while then stop
19:15 – WHO approval for long-term use and pharmaceutical profits
22:40 – Myth #4: You can eat whatever you want
25:10 – Gallbladder disease risk and dietary requirements
27:45 – Myth #5: Natural supplements don't work like GLP-1s
30:20 – Berberine, glutamine, and natural GLP-1 support
32:15 – Final thoughts on sustainable weight loss

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Discover why grass-fed beef is the ultimate anti-inflammatory snack for gut health and liver support. Learn how to break a 36-hour water fast with clean, simple ingredients that reduce inflammation and support metabolic health. Baldomero shares why regenerative grass-fed beef with just three ingredients can transform your health—and which processed ingredients to avoid that destroy your liver and spike insulin after fasting.

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KEY TAKEAWAYS
Quality matters when breaking a fast – After reducing inflammation and lowering insulin through fasting, the last thing you want is processed foods full of dyes, preservatives, and sugar that spike blood sugar and destroy gut health.

Grass-fed beef is anti-inflammatory – Regenerative grass-fed beef should be easy to digest with zero inflammation, making it an ideal protein source for those with autoimmune conditions or gut sensitivities.

Simple ingredients = better digestion – Products with just three ingredients (grass-fed beef, apple cider vinegar, sea salt) are significantly easier on your digestive system than conventional beef jerky loaded with additives.

Beef liver is nutritional gold – Grass-fed beef liver contains concentrated amounts of iron, magnesium, and B vitamins that support liver health and promote a healthy lifespan when consumed regularly.

Your liver determines your longevity – When you fast, eat clean, and increase metabolism through healthy choices, you directly improve liver health, which is fundamental to longevity and disease prevention.

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In this podcast episode, Nurse Doza discusses the common complaint of fatigue and offers insights into its possible causes. He emphasizes the importance of addressing fatigue, as it should not be a daily occurrence. He also recommends getting blood tests, particularly one for DHEAS, to assess adrenal function and the body's response to stress. He mentions that chronic stress, lack of sleep, and unhealthy lifestyle habits can contribute to fatigue. Nurse Doza encourages listeners to prioritize self-care, including good sleep and stress management, to improve their energy levels and overall health.

 

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 START
05:50 Adrenal issues can cause fatigue.
11:46 Inflammation and fatigue are connected.
16:34 Address underlying causes of fatigue.
22:08 Check homocysteine levels for fatigue.
27:43 Sugar and inflammation decrease ATP.
32:15 Adrenal support supplement is recommended.

 

 

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Fatigue: A comprehensive overview Definition: "Fatigue is defined as physical and/or mental exhaustion1 that can be triggered by stress, medication, overwork, or mental and physical illness or disease."2

URL: 2(https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6064586/)

DHEA-S:

Dysfunctions of the HPA axis and their association with CFS2.
Neuropsychiatric symptoms associated with DHEA-S deficiency3.
Comparison of DHEA-S levels between CFS patients and healthy individuals4.
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and cognitive disturbances definition1.
Relation between serum iron, dehydroepiandrosterone sulfate, and CFS1.
DHEA-S's role in FMS5.
hs-CRP:
Plasma CRP concentration's prediction of fatigue level2.
The association between systemic inflammation and fatigue2.
The role of CRP in various diseases3.
Estrogen/Testosterone (Sex Hormones):
Hypogonadism prevalence among men2.
Symptoms of testosterone deficiency3.
Troublesome symptoms experienced during the menopause transition4.
Homocysteine:
The role and metabolism of Homocysteine2.
Diseases associated with elevated homocysteine levels2.
B vitamin deficiency symptoms3.
Benefits of L-methylfolate for major depressive disorder patients4.
Hepatic ATP contents in STZ-induced type 1 diabetic mice1.
Fasting Insulin:
Relation between ATP Production and Diabetes1.
Impact of insulin on energy substrate4.
Physiological phenomena causing fatigue in diabetes24.
Hormonal imbalances and their link to PCOS3.
GGT:
The primary role of cellular gamma glutamyltransferase (GGT)4.
Association of reduced ATP production with increased reactive oxygen species production2.
Oxidative modification of ATP synthase3.
REFERENCES:

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11470334/ ↩ ↩2 ↩3 ↩4 ↩5

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6064586/ ↩ ↩2 ↩3 ↩4 ↩5 ↩6 ↩7 ↩8 ↩9 ↩10

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/9852212/ ↩ ↩2 ↩3 ↩4 ↩5 ↩6

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/10403156/ ↩ ↩2 ↩3 ↩4 ↩5 ↩6

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4880655/

 

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Nurse Doza explores the power of Vitamin B6 in this episode of the Ingredient Series. From mood and sleep to stress resilience and neurotransmitter production, B6 is a silent workhorse most people are deficient in. Learn why the form P5P matters and how it helps support calm, focused energy.

✅ 5 Key Takeaways
 • Vitamin B6 is critical for neurotransmitters like serotonin and dopamine
 • Supports mood, sleep, and stress regulation
 • Creates “calm energy,” not stimulation
 • Best taken in the form P5P (pyridoxal-5-phosphate)
 • Included in MSW Nutrition’s Zen formula

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Discover why resistance training is the best exercise for weight loss. Learn how lifting weights builds lean muscle mass, lowers blood sugar naturally, burns fat for energy, requires minimal equipment, and boosts sex hormone production for sustainable metabolic health and long-term results.

5 KEY TAKEAWAYS

Resistance training builds lean muscle mass – Skeletal muscles function as metabolic organs that burn more calories at rest. After six months of consistent weight training, larger muscles increase your resting metabolic rate, helping you burn more calories throughout the day even when you're not exercising.

Lifting weights lowers blood sugar naturally – Resistance training improves blood glucose control and insulin sensitivity by directing sugar into muscles for energy and muscle building rather than storing it as fat in the liver. This makes it one of the most effective natural strategies for preventing and managing type 2 diabetes.

Weight training burns fat for energy long after your workout – Studies show resistance exercise creates genetic signals that jump-start fat-burning processes in fat cells, with elevated energy expenditure and fat burning continuing for at least 24 hours post-workout in both men and women.

You don't need expensive equipment or a gym membership – Bodyweight exercises like squats, push-ups, planks, walking lunges, and yoga provide effective resistance training using your own body weight. A simple kettlebell at home can maximize your workout efficiency in just 20 minutes.

Resistance training increases sex hormone production – High-intensity resistance exercise significantly elevates testosterone levels in both men and women, while 12 weeks of resistance training improves estrogen levels in postmenopausal women, supporting reproductive health, bone density, and overall metabolic function.

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TIMESTAMPS
00:00 – START
02:15 – Why weight loss requires exercise and the problem with GLP-1 reliance
04:30 – Resistance training defined: lifting heavy things to engage muscles
06:45 – First reason: Building lean muscle mass increases resting metabolic rate
09:20 – How muscles function as organs that store and use blood sugar
12:00 – Second reason: Resistance training lowers blood sugar and prevents diabetes
15:30 – The relationship between muscle engagement, insulin, and glucose storage
18:45 – Good Poops Protocol: Supporting gut health and metabolism during weight loss
20:15 – Third reason: Burning fat for energy through resistance training
23:40 – How stored glucose in muscles, liver, and fat cells impacts weight loss
26:30 – The energy snack concept: 10 body squats as a metabolic reset
28:50 – Fourth reason: Minimal equipment needed for effective resistance training
31:20 – Yoga and bodyweight exercises as powerful resistance training tools
34:00 – Fifth reason: Resistance training increases sex hormone production
36:30 – How weightlifting improves estrogen and testosterone levels
38:45 – Final thoughts on sustainable weight loss beyond GLP-1 medications
40:20 – Closing remarks and consult information

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