{"podcast":{"title":"West Wellness & Longevity","slug":"west-wellness-longevity-6946771","podcast_index_feed_id":6946771,"rss_url":"https://feeds.captivate.fm/westwellness/","website_url":"https://www.westwellnessatx.com","image_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/f8741799-0d5f-496b-b1ec-c66128098259/bASPNWF6kWWcr99JN0TDjWAy.png","author":"Tara West","episode_count":95,"summary":"Tara West is dedicated to transforming lives through the power of nutrition biohacking and longevity science. With an extensive background in functional nutrition and a relentless curiosity for cutting-edge nutritional research, Tara has become a trusted expert in optimizing health and enhancing vitality. Her holistic approach integrates personalized nutrition strategies, innovative biohacking techniques, and a deep understanding of the body's intricate systems to promote lasting wellness. Tara's journey into the world of nutrition began with her own health struggles, sparking a passionate commitment to understanding the profound impact of food and lifestyle on overall well-being. She holds a degree in Psychology from Baylor University and is an Integrative and Functional Nutrition Certified Practitioner with a passion for peptides. Her training and experience in functional nutrition, nutrigenomics, hormone optimization, and peptide therapy equip her with a comprehensive approach to supporting a wide range of health goals through education and personalized wellness strategies. Known for her empathetic and client-centered approach, Tara collaborates closely with her clients to unco…","last_synced_at":"2026-07-18T00:18:00.686505+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/west-wellness-longevity-6946771"},"episode":{"title":"Why Your GLP Isn’t Working Like It Used To And What You Can Do To Get Back On Track!","slug":"why-your-glp-isn-t-working-like-it-used-to-and-what-you-can-do-to-get-back-on-track","published_at":"2026-05-14T05:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/west-wellness-longevity-6946771/why-your-glp-isn-t-working-like-it-used-to-and-what-you-can-do-to-get-back-on-track","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/west-wellness-longevity-6946771","url":"https://www.westwellnessatx.com","audio_url":"https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/0eb42aa5-75c4-4d09-a6c3-ef9163e5da45.mp3","summary":"Join our free community, The Women’s Peptide Collective, click the Skool link to become a member and to connect, learn, and collaborate. https://www.skool.com/womens-peptide-collective-9663 Go to https://thepeptique.com/ to get all your research peptides. As a loyal listener use the discount code POD15 to get 15% off the entire line of products. Have questions? Feel free to reach out to me: tarawest@westwellnessatx.com Want the free peptide guide? Email me tarawest@westwellnessatx.com and comment Guide and I'll shoot it right over! Follow me on instagram AND TikTOk @westwellnessatx Stay in touch add your email to the list ! https://form.jotform.com/25336471779006 In this episode of the West Wellness & Longevity Podcast, we break down one of the most common frustrations in GLP-1 research — the dreaded “stall.” Why do some individuals initially respond strongly to GLP-based peptides like tirzepatide, retatrutide, or semaglutide, only to see progress slow over time? We explore the research behind metabolic adaptation, receptor desensitization, appetite signaling, energy expenditure, and why the body may begin resisting continued weight loss. We also discuss emerging strategies being explored in the research space, including dose timing, pathway diversification, peptide stacking, and cycling approaches. Takeaways: The stalling of weight loss while on GLP medications is multifactorial and varies significantly among individuals. Metabolic adaptation occurs as weight is lost, leading to a decrease in basal metabolic rate and energy expenditure. Inadequate protein intake can negatively impact satiety and lead to increased calorie consumption during weight loss efforts. Chronic stress and insufficient sleep can interfere with hormonal regulation, ultimately affecting the ef…","meta_description":"Join our free community, The Women’s Peptide Collective, click the Skool link to become a member and to connect, learn, and collaborate. https://www.skool…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":2957,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/west-wellness-longevity-6946771/episodes/why-your-glp-isn-t-working-like-it-used-to-and-what-you-can-do-to-get-back-on-track/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/west-wellness-longevity-6946771/why-your-glp-isn-t-working-like-it-used-to-and-what-you-can-do-to-get-back-on-track.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}