GLP-1s, Hormones, and Midlife Weight: What Actually Works | Liz Plosser & Dr. Jen Ashton

Join board-certified Obesity Medicine and OBGYN, Dr. Jen Ashton, and Liz Plosser, former Editor-in-Chief of Women's Health, for a candid hour covering the biological reality of perimenopause weight gain, why scale weight vs. body composition matters, the truth about GLP-1s, hair loss solutions, and why treating the hormonal and metabolic pieces together is the ultimate game changer. Timestamps: 0:00 – Welcome & introduction of Dr. Jen Ashton 3:15 – What's going on in Jen's life right now — career, family, fitness at 57 7:56 – Why body composition changes in perimenopause and menopause 11:44 – Discussing health advice on social media 17:27 – Menopause-specific workouts — smart marketing or actual science? 25:28 – GLP-1s as a tool for women in midlife 33:34 – Microdosing explained 38:50 – Off-label use of GLP-1s and how to advocate for yourself with your doctor 41:03 – Hair loss on GLP-1s — why it happens and what to do about it 44:40 – Discussing supplements: multivitamins, D3, magnesium, creatine 48:22 – Benefits of using GLP-1s and hormone therapy together 51:35 – Movement and GLP-1s 53:04 – What's coming next in GLP-1 innovation 57:13 – Women left behind by the healthcare system 1:00:32 – Closing thoughts and where to find Dr. Jen Ashton About Dr. Ashton Dr. Jennifer Ashton is founder and President of AJENDA, a multimedia company focused on weight management, women's health, and nutrition. One of the only physicians with a national platform credentialed in nutrition, obesity medicine, and gynecology, she served as ABC News Chief Medical Correspondent—the first woman and third physician in network history to hold that role—and co-hosted GMA3 for four years. A triple Columbia graduate (Columbia College, Medical School, and a 2016 M.S. in Nutrition), Dr. Ashton was Chief Resident of the Year in OB-GYNand holds board certifications in both OB-GYNand Obesity Medicine. She is a four-time Emmy winner, recipient of the Columbia Alfred DuPont Award for Excellence in Journalism, and a board member of the American Heart Association. She is the author of six books, including national bestseller The Self Care Solution. In 2023, she launched a national magazine. About Liz Plosser Liz Baker Plosser is the former Editor-in-Chief of Women's Health, where for seven years she oversaw the brand across print and digital platforms and various extensions, reaching a monthly audience of 44+ million. A veteran of the wellness industry, she has held senior roles at Well+Good, SoulCycle, SELF, and Cosmopolitan. Liz publishes Best Case Scenario, a wellness-focused Substack. She consults for wellness companies, guest lectures at Canyon Ranch, and appears regularly as a speaker, moderator, and guest on national television and podcasts. She is the author of Own Your Morning: Reset Your A.M. to Unlock Your Potential. A Princeton University graduate and certified personal trainer, she brings both editorial authority and firsthand experience to everything she covers in the health, fitness, and nutrition space. To learn more about how Alloy can help you feel your best, go to https://bit.ly/4863Hx6 Subscribe, like, comment, and share! You can also follow us on TikTok:   / myalloy   Instagram:   / myalloy   Facebook:   / alloywomenshealth   #menopause #perimenopause #menopausesymptoms #perimenopausesymptoms #alloyhealth #womenshealth #estrogen #hrt #hormonetherapy