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For decades, Jacqui Cook lived in a cycle many women know all too well: losing weight, gaining it back, and starting over… always wondering why nothing seemed to stick. Food was her love language, life kept getting in the way, and no matter how hard she tried, maintaining her progress felt impossible.

Everything changed after a wake-up moment that led her to try a GLP-1 medication. Now, 115 pounds lighter, Jacqui shares the real, honest side of her journey: navigating maintenance, facing the fear of regain, letting go of guilt, rebuilding lost muscle, and learning to live fully in her body. She also reveals the diet habit she finally ditched, and why it turned out to be one of the best decisions of her life.

References

Body Composition Mini Course

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All of the information on this podcast is for general informational purposes only. Please talk to your physician and medical team about what is right for you. No medical advice is being on this podcast.

If you live in Indiana or Illinois and want to work with doctor Matthea Rentea, you can find out more on www.RenteaClinic.com

If you want to go deeper into the science of fat loss, muscle preservation, and what your body composition numbers actually mean, check out my course Body Composition Decoded, where I break it all down in a clear, practical way.

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You hit your goal weight. So now what...?

For a lot of people, maintenance feels like uncharted territory. And without the right mindset, it's easy to either white-knuckle it or slowly drift back to old patterns.

In this episode, I walk through five things I think everyone needs to know about maintenance: why it's not a new phase, how to find the weight you can actually live at, how to monitor without judgment, what to do when your metabolism adapts, and what long-term GLP-1 use really looks like.

References

Body Composition Mini Course

Five Mistakes that People Make on a GLP- 1 Mini Course

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All of the information on this podcast is for general informational purposes only. Please talk to your physician and medical team about what is right for you. No medical advice is being on this podcast.

If you live in Indiana or Illinois and want to work with doctor Matthea Rentea, you can find out more on www.RenteaClinic.com

If you want to go deeper into the science of fat loss, muscle preservation, and what your body composition numbers actually mean, check out my course Body Composition Decoded, where I break it all down in a clear, practical way.

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There’s a lot of noise online about semaglutide, sudden vision loss, and scary eye complications. If you’re taking a GLP-1 (or thinking about it), you might be wondering: Am I putting my vision at risk?

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Mina Farahani, a cornea, cataract, and refractive specialist, to get the real story on GLP-1s and eye health. We cover what the latest data actually says about vision loss risk, why a baseline eye exam matters before starting treatment, what symptoms should never be ignored, and the simple habits that protect your eyesight long-term.

References

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Audio Stamps

01:40 - Meet ophthalmologist Dr. Mina Farahani, answering all your GLP-1 and eye health questions.

02:52 - GLP-1s and sudden vision loss: what NAION is and how low the risk actually is.

06:24 - What to ask for at your eye exam.

07:16 - Should you get an eye exam before starting a GLP-1?

09:10 - Eye symptoms that should never wait for further attention.

11:00 - Dr. Mina's top tips for protecting your eyesight long-term.

13:16 - Contrave, Qsymia, and eye pressure: what you need to know.

All of the information on this podcast is for general informational purposes only. Please talk to your physician and medical team about what is right for you. No medical advice is being on this podcast.

If you live in Indiana or Illinois and want to work with doctor Matthea Rentea, you can find out more on www.RenteaClinic.com

If you want to go deeper into the science of fat loss, muscle preservation, and what your body composition numbers actually mean, check out my course Body Composition Decoded, where I break it all down in a clear, practical way.

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Back on your GLP-1 medication… but confused why it isn’t working this time?

Lots of people stop these medications for valid reasons. Cost, side effects, pregnancy plans, or simply because things were going well and it felt like the right time to try managing without them. But when weight creeps back on and you restart, it can feel really frustrating when results don’t look the same.

In this episode, I talk through why that happens. Factors like muscle loss, metabolism changes, weight regain patterns, and higher stress levels can all change how your body responds the second time around. If you’re feeling stuck or wondering what changed, this episode will help you make sense of what’s going on and figure out your next steps without beating yourself up.

References

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A monthly guided experience to help you slow down and learn how to trust yourself.

Slowing Down to the Speed of Joy by Matthew Kelly

Back to Basics Mini Podcast Series 2025

Ep. 100: Hydration

Ep. 101: Protein

Ep. 102: Fiber

Audio Stamps

00:30 - Why GLP-1 medications may stop working when you restart them after taking a break.

01:20 - Book recommendation: "Slowing Down to the Speed of Joy" and how constant busyness prevents you from addressing behaviors that aren't serving you.

04:04 - The common pattern: success, stopping medication, weight regain, then struggling when restarting.

06:25 - Why it's harder the second time: muscle loss, weight cycling, and mismanaged expectations all impact your results.

09:00 - The importance of updated lab work and comprehensive metabolic assessment before restarting.

10:35 - How chronic stress and high cortisol prevent weight loss, even on medication.

14:35 - The real work: learning nervous system regulation instead of constantly fighting cravings and urges.

All of the information on this podcast is for general informational purposes only. Please talk to your physician and medical team about what is right for you. No medical advice is being on this podcast.

If you live in Indiana or Illinois and want to work with doctor Matthea Rentea, you can find out more on www.RenteaClinic.com

If you want to go deeper into the science of fat loss, muscle preservation, and what your body composition numbers actually mean, check out my course Body Composition Decoded, where I break it all down in a clear, practical way.

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If you've noticed your sex drive has tanked, whether from GLP-1s, perimenopause or menopause, postpartum changes, or simply the mental load of being a woman in 2026… you're not imagining it. And you're definitely not “broken”.

In this episode, I talk with Dr. Kristen Wolfe, OB-GYN and women's sexual health specialist at Evermore Women's Health. She breaks down why 85% of women experience desire differently than we're told and what’s actually behind the drop in libido so many women experience.

We talk about how hormones, stress, medications, busy lives, and relationship dynamics all play a role, and why so many women blame themselves for changes that are completely normal. Dr. Wolfe also shares practical strategies that can help, from understanding responsive desire and reducing the “brakes” on libido, to scheduling intimacy, practicing mindfulness, and using tools like arousal creams or medical treatments when appropriate.

References

Connect with Dr. Kristen Wolfe

https://www.evermorewomenshealth.com/

https://www.kristenwolfemd.com/

Books:

• Come As You Are — Emily Nagoski
• You Are Not Broken — Kelly Casperson
• A Tired Woman’s Guide to Passionate Sex — Laurie Mintz
• Better Sex Through Mindfulness — Lori Brotto
• Becoming Cliterate — Laurie Mintz

Online resources:

• Dipsea, an app offering erotic audio stories designed for women
• OMGYes, an educational platform where women share techniques and insights about pleasure and orgasm
• The International Society for the Study of Women's Sexual Health (ISSWSH)

Products:

Vella Bioscience

Überlube

Documentary:

The Pink Pill: Sex, Drugs and Who Has Control

All of the information on this podcast is for general informational purposes only. Please talk to your physician and medical team about what is right for you. No medical advice is being on this podcast.

If you live in Indiana or Illinois and want to work with doctor Matthea Rentea, you can find out more on www.RenteaClinic.com

If you want to go deeper into the science of fat loss, muscle preservation, and what your body composition numbers actually mean, check out my course Body Composition Decoded, where I break it all down in a clear, practical way.

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If you’ve been told you have PCOS (or suspect you might), you’ve probably been left with more questions than answers. It’s one of the most misunderstood conditions out there, and a lot of people are misdiagnosed, under-treated, or given the same tired advice: “just lose weight” or “take the pill and see.”

In this episode, I’m joined by endocrinologist Dr Sabrina Huq to clear things up. We talk about what PCOS actually is, how to get properly diagnosed (including the key lab tests), and why spotting it early can change your long-term health, including your ability to have a healthy, natural pregnancy. Tune in for Dr Huq’s practical approach to managing PCOS through food, movement, sleep and stress, plus when meds like metformin or GLP-1s might make sense.

References

Flo.health

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Audio Stamps

01:08 – Dr. Sabrina Huq introduces herself and her approach to treating PCOS patients.

02:26 – What PCOS actually is and why you don't need ovarian cysts to have it.

06:45 – The essential labs to diagnose PCOS and rule out serious conditions.

15:15 – Diet strategies for elevated blood sugar: why breakfast and whole foods matter.

22:34 – Exercise that works: strength training three times weekly and post-meal movement.

27:35 – Why stress management and sleep quality are critical for PCOS symptoms.

28:45 – Hidden endocrine disruptors in plastics and takeout + simple swaps to reduce exposure.

32:57 – Dr. Huq's supplement approach: prenatals and vitamin D over trendy options.

38:12 – What CGM reveals about insulin resistance in PCOS patients.

43:06 – Why early diagnosis matters and the reality of GLP-1s for young PCOS patients.

All of the information on this podcast is for general informational purposes only. Please talk to your physician and medical team about what is right for you. No medical advice is being on this podcast.

If you live in Indiana or Illinois and want to work with doctor Matthea Rentea, you can find out more on www.RenteaClinic.com

If you want to go deeper into the science of fat loss, muscle preservation, and what your body composition numbers actually mean, check out my course Body Composition Decoded, where I break it all down in a clear, practical way.

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If you live in Indiana or Illinois and want to work with doctor Matthea Rentea, you can find out more on www.RenteaClinic.com

If you want to go deeper into the science of fat loss, muscle preservation, and what your body composition numbers actually mean, check out my course Body Composition Decoded, where I break it all down in a clear, practical way.

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What happens when the medication that's finally helping you is no longer affordable?

If you've had success on Mounjaro or Zepbound but need to switch to a more affordable option like Ozempic for maintenance, you're probably wondering: will this actually work? And if semaglutide didn't help you before, the idea of going back can feel risky, especially when you're worried about regaining weight, increased food noise, or losing the progress you've worked so hard for.

In this episode, I break down when switching medications for cost makes sense, when it's likely to backfire, and what your options are if semaglutide is the only affordable option.

References

https://www.orchardpond.com/

Special COUPON CODE for Orchard Pond Granola mentioned in this episode: WELLNESS2026. Limit one per customer. Offer valid until April 30, 2026.

The 30/30 Program (Sept 2026 registration now open)

Audio Stamps

01:08 - Update on Dr. Rentea's retreat planning, plus her new favorite granola discovery.

05:03 - Listener question: Switching from Mounjaro to Ozempic for long-term maintenance due to cost.

05:59 - When it makes sense to switch medications for affordability (and when it doesn't).

08:03 - If semaglutide is your only option: combining GLP-1s with oral medications.

10:48 - Oral (daily) Wegovy vs injections: does steadier dosing actually help?

11:40 - Why no medication is perfect and working with the right clinician is key.

12:58 - The real reason behind this work: preventing disease, not chasing a number on the scale.

14:05 - September 30/30 program update: early registration + monthly Q&A access.

All of the information on this podcast is for general informational purposes only. Please talk to your physician and medical team about what is right for you. No medical advice is being on this podcast.

If you live in Indiana or Illinois and want to work with doctor Matthea Rentea, you can find out more on www.RenteaClinic.com

If you want to go deeper into the science of fat loss, muscle preservation, and what your body composition numbers actually mean, check out my course Body Composition Decoded, where I break it all down in a clear, practical way.

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