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285. The GLP-1 / Peptide conversation no one else is having with Claudine Francois, certified peptide specialist and Courtney Spaeth, Pilates & Wellness Instructor

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GLP-1s, Peptides & Metabolic Health | What Women Need to Know About Weight Loss, Metabolism & Menopause

Are GLP-1 medications the breakthrough women have been waiting for, or are they simply the latest health trend dominating social media?

In this episode of The Well Podcast, Kari Davis sits down with Functional Health Practitioner and GLP-1 Certified Specialist Claudine and Pilates instructor Courtney Spaeth for an honest, balanced conversation about GLP-1s, peptides, metabolic dysfunction, menopause weight gain, and the growing confusion surrounding weight loss medications.

If you've been struggling with stubborn weight gain, food noise, insulin resistance, low energy, inflammation, hormonal changes, or feeling like your metabolism isn't working the way it used to, this episode is for you.

Together, we explore the science behind GLP-1 medications, discuss common misconceptions, share real-life experiences, and uncover the deeper metabolic health issues that many women face during perimenopause and menopause.

This conversation is not anti-GLP-1 and it's not pro-GLP-1. Our goal is to help women make informed decisions about their health through education, awareness, and a deeper understanding of the root causes behind metabolic dysfunction.

In This Episode We Discuss:

  • What GLP-1 medications actually do in the body
  • The difference between GLP-1s, peptides, supplements, and natural metabolic support
  • Why so many women struggle with menopause weight gain and metabolic slowdown
  • The connection between insulin resistance, inflammation, and stubborn weight loss
  • Food noise, appetite regulation, and blood sugar balance
  • The benefits and potential drawbacks of GLP-1 medications
  • Muscle loss concerns and how to protect lean muscle during weight loss
  • Why protein intake becomes increasingly important after 40
  • The role of stress, sleep, and nervous system regulation in metabolic health
  • Sustainable strategies for long-term weight management and hormone health
  • What women should know before considering GLP-1 therapy

Key Takeaway

Weight gain is often a symptom of deeper metabolic dysfunction—not simply a lack of willpower.

Whether you choose to pursue GLP-1 medications, peptides, natural health strategies, or a combination of approaches, the goal is not simply to lose weight. The goal is to build a healthier metabolism, improve overall wellness, and create sustainable results that support long-term health.

About Our Guests

Claudine Francois

Functional Health Practitioner and GLP-1 Certified Specialist dedicated to helping individuals understand the science behind metabolic health, weight loss medications, and personalized wellness solutions.

Courtney Spaeth

Pilates Instructor and wellness advocate sharing her firsthand experience navigating weight loss, metabolism, exercise, and the realities of trying multiple approaches to improve health and body composition.

Kari Davis

Certified Holistic Life Coach, founder of The Well, and host of The Well Podcast. Kari helps faith-led women address the root causes of stress, hormone imbalance, metabolic dysfunction, and overwhelm through holistic lifestyle strategies.

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 Register Here! Don't miss the masterclass we are doing on June 17 at 2pm EST! 

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