The Tamsen Show
GLP-1s For Menopause Belly Fat: What the Science Says and Why It Matters
28 May 2025
You’ve heard the headlines. Ozempic, Wegovy, GLP-1s. But what is actually happening inside your body when you take them? In this episode, Tamsen sits back down with Triple Board-Certified Endocrinologist and Belly Fat Expert Dr. Rocio Salas-Whalen to get real, science-backed answers. They break down how these medications work, why muscle loss is a real risk, and how hormone therapy plays a role in your overall metabolic health. This conversation goes beyond quick fixes and tackles what sustainable, medically informed weight loss really looks like. It’s about body composition, long-term health, and understanding the emotional impact of a changing body. This episode will cover: -How GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Wegovy work in the gut, brain, and pancreas -The connection between GLP-1s, visceral fat, and insulin resistance -Why you may be losing muscle instead of fat if not monitored properly -What "Ozempic butt" really means and how to prevent it -The truth about hair loss, protein intake, and rapid weight loss -When to combine GLP-1s with hormone therapy and how to approach it safely -Why weight loss isn't just physical and the emotional impact many women aren't prepared for Dr. Rocio is the founder of New York Endocrinology and a leading voice in obesity medicine. Her upcoming book, Weightless: A Doctor's Guide to GLP-1 Medications, Sustainable Weight Loss, and the Health You Deserve will cover everything she shares in her practice and more. Loving The Tamsen Show podcast? If you have a moment, your review could be the reason another woman finally hears the thing she’s been needing. Watch full video episodes on YouTube Get Tamsen’s new book, How To Menopause: Take Charge of Your Health, Reclaim Your Life and Feel Even Better Than Before Follow The Tamsen Show on Instagram Follow Tamsen on Instagram Follow Tamsen on TikTok Want more from Dr. Rocio Salas-Whalen? Visit here website For the latest updates on her upcoming book, follow her on social media. If you loved this episode, you're going to love our hour long episode about Hormone Therapy with leading OBGYN Dr. Sharon Malone. Medical Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical concerns or treatment options. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of The Tamsen Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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If you listen to our episode with Dr. Rocio Salas-Whalen on belly fat in midlife, you'll know why part two of this conversation is going to be a game changer.
GLP-1s are going to allow us to go to the next level.
GLP-1s, Ozemphic, Rogovi, Manjaro. We're talking about weight loss meds that have been marketed as miracle solutions, but then also criticized as vanity drugs. But what's actually the truth?
I like to describe them like the iPhone. Different types of iPhones all do the same, but the newer iPhones, they're better. It's the same with the GLP-1s.
Dr. Salas Whalen is a triple board certified endocrinologist, an expert in obesity medicine and the person I went to when I was struggling.
It's a good time right now to be in midlife because we're having all these options.
In this part of the conversation, we're going to get into the reality of what these medicines can do and what they can't do for women in midlife.
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