The Fasting Method Podcast

Are GLP-1 medications the answer to weight loss — or just one piece of a much bigger picture?
Episode #252 🎙️ In this episode, Megan Ramos and Dr. Terri Lance unpack the growing conversation around GLP-1 medications and how they fit into a broader health journey.
With increasing pressure, confusion, and mixed messaging around these medications, they explore a more balanced perspective — one that removes shame while also setting realistic expectations. GLP-1s can be a helpful tool for some people, but they are not a standalone solution.
They discuss how these medications work, common misconceptions, and what happens when they're used in isolation without addressing nutrition, fasting, and mindset. They also share practical guidance on how to use them responsibly — including dosing, side effects, and why "more" is not always better.
👉 What you'll learn: • What GLP-1 medications are and how they work • Why they are not a complete solution on their own • How fasting, nutrition, and mindset fit alongside GLP-1 use • The risks of relying on medication without lifestyle change • Why dosing matters (and why more isn't always better) • How to think about GLP-1s as part of a personalised toolbox
⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 — GLP-1s as a "tool, not the toolbox" 00:44 — Why GLP-1s are suddenly everywhere 03:00 — Common medications and what they're used for 04:43 — How GLP-1s became associated with weight loss 08:45 — Can you fast while taking GLP-1s? 09:47 — The "all or nothing" mindset problem 12:14 — Real-world use: GLP-1s as a short-term tool 14:52 — How GLP-1s fit into overall health strategy 15:57 — Why there is no "magic bullet" 17:30 — What happens when GLP-1s are used alone 19:27 — Fasting vs GLP-1s: short-term vs long-term tools 21:50 — Side effects, dosing, and quality of life 24:13 — How long should GLP-1s be used? 26:01 — Why behaviour change still matters 28:07 — Medication vs mindset change 30:59 — Why fasting alone isn't enough either 33:04 — Ultra-processed foods and GLP-1s 35:00 — Responsible use and long-term health 39:50 — The bigger goal: independence from tools
📝 Transcript The transcript for this episode is available on our website: https://www.thefastingmethod.com/podcasts/
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⚠️ Disclaimer This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. You should always speak with your physician or other healthcare professional before doing any fasting, changing your diet, taking or adjusting any medication or supplements, or adopting any treatment for a health problem.
The use of any products or services purchased does not create a healthcare provider–patient relationship.
Information and statements regarding dietary supplements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

You've hit your goal weight… so why does it still feel fragile?
🎙️ In this bonus episode, Coach Heather Shuker explains the phase nobody talks about — the period after weight loss but before true weight stability.
Even though you've reached your goal, your body may still be trying to pull you back to your previous weight. This is the most vulnerable stage of the journey — where regain is most likely to happen.
Heather breaks down why this happens, how your body's set point plays a role, and why waiting until you've finished losing weight to think about maintenance is one of the biggest mistakes people make.
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What made this time different after years of losing and regaining weight?
Episode #251 🎙️ In this episode, Coach Heather Shuker is joined by Susan to share her 69-pound transformation and the mindset shifts that finally made it sustainable.
After losing significant weight multiple times in the past, only to regain it, Susan approached this journey differently. Instead of focusing only on the scale, she prioritized health, biomarkers, and building habits she could actually maintain long term.
Together, they discuss the importance of consistency, community support, and creating structure that fits real life. They also explore the emotional side of change — including grieving old habits and learning how to move forward without falling back into all-or-nothing thinking.
👉 What you'll learn: • What made this transformation different from past attempts • Why focusing on health (not just weight) changes everything • The role of consistency over perfection • How coaching and community support impact success • Why grieving old habits is part of the process • How to recover from setbacks without starting over
⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 — Health vs weight loss: what changed this time 00:52 — Multiple past weight loss attempts and regain 02:59 — Starting with simple structure (2 meals, no snacking) 03:39 — Creating a sustainable way of eating 04:39 — Coaching, journaling, and daily reinforcement 06:23 — Biomarkers, health progress, and non-scale wins 07:46 — What made this time different 09:34 — Obstacles, setbacks, and avoiding all-or-nothing thinking 11:12 — Why consistency mattered more than intensity 13:17 — Tracking progress and building momentum 14:06 — Giving yourself grace and having a re-entry plan 15:25 — Food choices, trade-offs, and long-term thinking 17:06 — Health risks as motivation for change 18:01 — Advice for getting started 19:13 — Fear of regain and long-term maintenance strategy 20:04 — The role of consistency and community 21:19 — Support, mindset, and staying on track 22:04 — Final reflections and key takeaways
📝 Transcript The transcript for this episode is available on our website: https://www.thefastingmethod.com/podcasts/
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⚠️ Disclaimer This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. You should always speak with your physician or other healthcare professional before doing any fasting, changing your diet, taking or adjusting any medication or supplements, or adopting any treatment for a health problem.
The use of any products or services purchased does not create a healthcare provider–patient relationship.
Information and statements regarding dietary supplements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

How do you know what your body actually needs — and what you don't?
Episode #250 🎙️ In this episode, Dr. Terri Lance is joined by Coach Lisa Chance to break down the confusion around supplements, vitamins, hormones, enzymes, and peptides.
Rather than following generic supplement lists or copying what others take, they explain how to approach supplementation intelligently. From understanding the roles of different nutrients to using testing and symptoms as feedback, this conversation emphasizes a personalized, evidence-based approach.
They also explore practical considerations like timing, absorption, and how fasting changes how supplements should be used.
👉 What you'll learn: • The difference between enzymes, hormones, vitamins, and peptides • Why "test, don't guess" is key for supplementation • How to assess what your body actually needs • Why copying someone else's supplement routine doesn't work • How timing and absorption impact effectiveness • Common supplement mistakes and how to avoid them
⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 — Enzymes, hormones, vitamins: understanding the basics 01:56 — Why supplement confusion is so common 05:09 — "Test, don't guess": how to assess your needs 06:44 — Timing, absorption, and fasting considerations 08:01 — Real example: vitamin D timing and sleep 09:59 — How to know if a supplement is working 10:42 — Functional and blood testing explained 12:24 — Absorption strategies and common mistakes 13:50 — Nutrient interactions and spacing supplements 16:12 — When supplementation is actually needed 18:17 — Quality, dosing, and reading labels 20:57 — What fasters should consider with supplements 22:54 — Taking supplements while fasting 24:45 — Avoiding "expensive urine" and over-supplementation 26:14 — Food first vs supplementation 27:25 — Advanced testing and working with practitioners 29:38 — Individualization and biofeedback
📝 Transcript The transcript for this episode is available on our website: https://www.thefastingmethod.com/podcasts/
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⚠️ Disclaimer This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. You should always speak with your physician or other healthcare professional before doing any fasting, changing your diet, taking or adjusting any medication or supplements, or adopting any treatment for a health problem.
The use of any products or services purchased does not create a healthcare provider–patient relationship.
Information and statements regarding dietary supplements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Why does one meal a day work at first—then suddenly stall?
Episode #249 🎙️ In this week's episode, Megan Ramos breaks down the pros and pitfalls of one-meal-a-day fasting (OMAD).
While OMAD can produce quick early results, it often plateaus for people with insulin resistance. Megan explains why daily OMAD can shift the body into chronic calorie restriction instead of true physiological fasting—and why that distinction matters.
She also shares practical strategies for using OMAD more effectively, including how variation in fasting schedules can help preserve metabolic rate, trigger a true fasting response, and break through stubborn plateaus.
👉 What you'll learn: • Why OMAD often works at first but then stops working • The difference between calorie restriction and true physiological fasting • How the body adapts to the same fasting pattern every day • Why insulin resistance changes how OMAD affects results • How metabolic rate can slow during chronic calorie restriction • A smarter way to structure OMAD using fasting variation
 
⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 — Why OMAD works at first but then plateaus 01:14 — What OMAD actually means 02:57 — When OMAD can work 04:02 — Why OMAD stalls for insulin resistance 05:22 — Daily fasting and metabolic adaptation 06:09 — Calorie restriction vs physiological fasting 08:15 — The household budget analogy 09:45 — Why the body slows its "spending" 11:22 — What happens during true fasting 14:07 — Why fasting variation matters 16:45 — The 30/16 OMAD variation strategy 18:16 — When eating more can break plateaus 19:50 — Structuring OMAD by fasting hours 20:52 — Situations where OMAD can still work 23:34 — How to batch 24-hour fasts safely
 
📝 Transcript The transcript for this episode is available on our website: https://www.thefastingmethod.com/podcasts/
 
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⚠️ Disclaimer This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. You should always speak with your physician or other healthcare professional before doing any fasting, changing your diet, taking or adjusting any medication or supplements, or adopting any treatment for a health problem.
The use of any products or services purchased does not create a healthcare provider–patient relationship.
Information and statements regarding dietary supplements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.