GLP-1 Medications: Are They the Answer? with Dr. Taz MD (Rebroadcast)

GLP-1 Medications: Are They the Answer? with Dr. Taz MD (Rebroadcast)

Author: Dr. Taz MD August 8, 2025 Duration: 50:08

Watch hol+ by Dr. Taz MD on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DrTazMD/podcasts


Are you looking to proactively address metabolic disruptions and create a healthier lifestyle? In this episode of hol+, Dr. Taz MD explores the pressing issue of metabolic health and the economic burden of metabolic diseases, which cost around $427 billion annually. Dr. Taz addresses the common misconceptions about metabolic health, emphasizing that it encompasses more than just weight management. The episode delves into the mechanisms of GLP-1 medications, their effects, and the holistic strategies required to manage metabolic health effectively. By addressing inflammation, hormonal imbalances, and gut health, Dr. Taz provides a comprehensive guide to improving metabolic health for individuals and families alike. 


Connect further to Hol+ at https://holplus.co/- Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell to stay updated on future episodes of hol+.


Stay Connected


Subscribe to the audio podcast: https://holplus.transistor.fm/subscribe

Subscribe to the video podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@DrTazMD/podcasts


Follow Dr. Taz on Instagram: 

https://www.instagram.com/drtazmd/

https://www.instagram.com/liveholplus/


Join the conversation on X: https://x.com/@drtazmd

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drtazmd

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drtazmd/


Host & Production Team

Host: Dr. Taz; Produced by Rainbow Creative (Executive Producer: Matthew Jones; Lead Producer: Lauren Feighan; Editors: Jeremiah Schultz and Patrick Edwards)


05:30 The Financial Burden of Metabolic Disease

08:19 Mechanism and Impact of GLP-1 Medications

16:19 Diagnosing Metabolic Disease

25:52 Medications: Finding the Right Balance

29:17 Understanding Inflammation and Its Impact

33:44 Hormones and Metabolic Health

37:00 The Role of Gut Health in Metabolism

39:11 Environmental Toxins and Metabolic Disease

41:48 Building a Holistic Metabolic Plan

44:44 Final Thoughts and Practical Steps



Tune into hol+ with Dr. Taz MD | The Future of Medicine is Holistic for a conversation that moves beyond conventional wellness talk. Hosted by Dr. Taz MD, this podcast operates from a simple yet profound premise: true health isn't found in a single pill or diagnosis, but in the intricate connection between our biology, our lifestyle, and our emotional world. Each episode builds on the idea that modern science and functional medicine don't have to exist in opposition to ancient healing wisdom or the importance of spiritual well-being. Instead, they can be woven together into a practical, personalized approach to caring for the whole person. You'll hear discussions that tackle how these interconnected systems directly influence not just physical symptoms, but also our mental clarity, capacity for joy, the quality of our relationships, and the health of our entire family unit. As a 2025 Webby honoree, this series has established itself as a pioneering voice, daring to explore where evidence-based research and a more expansive view of human potential meet. Recent episodes have featured leading voices in mental health, among other fields, providing actionable insights. If you're looking for a healthcare dialogue that respects the data while honoring the complexity of the human experience, this is the podcast for you.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 100

hol+ with Dr. Taz MD | The Future of Medicine is Holistic
Podcast Episodes
The Sixth Stage of Grief with David Kessler [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 54:21
Subscribe to the video podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@DrTazMD/podcastsIn this episode, Dr. Taz sits down for an impactful conversation with David Kessler, a leading expert on grief and loss, who has worked closely wit…
GLP-1 Medications: Are They the Answer? with Dr. Taz MD [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 52:21
Watch hol+ by Dr. Taz MD on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DrTazMD/podcastsAre you looking to proactively address metabolic disruptions and create a healthier lifestyle? In this episode of hol+, Dr. Taz MD explores th…
The Real Story on Breast Cancer with Dr. Kristi Funk [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:23:20
Watch hol+ by Dr. Taz MD on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DrTazMD/podcastsThe incidence of breast cancer is rising and has now surpassed lung cancer as the leading cancer worldwide. This script features a comprehensi…
Why hol+? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 22:46
Watch hol+ by Dr. Taz MD on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DrTazMD/podcastsIn this premiere episode of hol+ by Dr. Taz MD, Dr. Taz explores the gap between conventional medicine and holistic health and wellness. She s…
Introducing hol+ by Dr. Taz MD [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:35
Welcome to hol+, the podcast where science meets spirit. I’m your host, Dr. Taz, a double board-certified medical doctor, integrative health expert, nutritionist, acupuncturist and founder and CEO of hol+. This show empo…
Ep. 10 - "Stronger Together" with Michelle Jacobs + Sally Mueller [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:58
This special BONUS EPISODE, entitled Stronger Together, is the epilogue to our special nine-part series. It’s a closing conversation where our hosts Julie Flakstad & Dr. Taz Bhatia welcomed Womaness co-founders, Sally Mu…
Ep 9 “Connect The Dots” with Sara Blakely [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:01:52
This is episode (9) of our special nine-part series entitled Connect The Dots. Our hosts Julie Flakstad & Dr. Taz Bhatia welcome serial entrepreneur, visionary and dedicated philanthropist Sara Blakely. As the founder of…
Ep. 8 - "It's Not Too Late" with Gabby Reece [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 52:06
This is episode (8) of our special nine-part series entitled It’s Not Too Late. Our hosts Julie Flakstad & Dr. Taz Bhatia, welcome Gabby Reece - volleyball legend, inspirational health and fitness leader, podcast host, c…