Alicia Shelly, MD FACP

Can retatrutide finally be the breakthrough obesity treatment we've been waiting for? The answer is yes—and the data is stunning. In this episode I'm walking you through the biggest obesity medicine discovery from the ADA's 86th Scientific Session: retatrutide, a triple hormone receptor agonist show...

Can I restart my GLP-1? The answer is yes — but it requires a strategic plan. In this episode I'm walking you through exactly what happens to your body when you restart a GLP-1, why the timing of your break matters more than you think, how to restart safely without landing yourself in misery, the bi...

A patient finally decides to prioritize their health. They wait weeks for an appointment. We talk, we plan, and they leave with hope. Then the pharmacy calls with a price tag over $1,000 a month and that hope disappears. If that's happened to you, I made this episode for you. Because what most patie...

If you stopped your GLP-1 medication and now feel hungrier, nauseous, or unsure how to restart safely… you’re not alone. In this episode, you’ll learn why restarting Wegovy, Zepbound, Ozempic, Mounjaro, and Saxenda isn’t always as simple as picking up where you left off and the common mistakes that ...

Medicare has spent years telling obesity patients: your medication isn't covered. Starting July 1, 2026, that may finally start to change. In this episode, I will break down the new Medicare GLP-1 Bridge Demonstration Program — what it is, who qualifies, and which medications may be covered. This is...

Your weight loss medication was denied. That moment of hope is gone. But this is not a ‘you’ problem. It's a system problem. In this episode, I break down why insurance denials for weight loss medications happen so frequently, and more importantly, what you can actually do about it. From formulary e...

Weight loss plateaus on GLP-1 therapies such as Wegovy and Zepbound are increasingly understood as a function of biological adaptation rather than patient noncompliance. In this episode I will be discussing CagriSema, an investigational combination therapy expected to launch between late 2026 and ea...

If you’re looking for weight loss options but don’t want injections, things just changed in a big way. In this episode, I break down a new class of weight loss pills, including Foundayo (orforglipron), the newest GLP-1 option that was just approved. Unlike older treatments, this pill is designed to ...

If Wegovy has helped you — but not enough — the answer may not be more willpower. It may be a higher dose. The FDA just approved a new 7.2mg version of Wegovy, and the clinical data is turning heads. In this episode, I break down everything you need to know about this new higher dose — what the rese...

You're doing everything right — watching what you eat, trying to stay active — and still the weight won't budge. If you have PCOS, this isn't a willpower problem. It's biology. And once you understand the cycle driving it, you can finally start to break it. PCOS creates a vicious cycle between high ...

If you've been struggling to lose weight and your thyroid came back abnormal, it's natural to connect the dots. But here's what I need you to know, the thyroid is not the whole story. In this episode, I break down exactly what your thyroid does and doesn't do when it comes to your weight. Yes, hypot...

If you've been eating barely anything and the scale still won't move, the problem might not be that you're eating too much. It might be that you're not eating enough. And there's science behind why. "Why am I not losing weight?" It's the most frustrating question in my clinic. And the answer often s...

You've heard about the Wegovy shot. Now there's a pill — and the confusion is already spreading. Is it the same? Does it work as well? Can you take it with your other medications? In December, the FDA approved an oral form of semaglutide specifically for weight management and cardiovascular risk red...

If you're on Wegovy, Zepbound, Ozempic, or Mounjaro — and worried about what happens when you stop — this episode is for you. The fear of gaining it all back is real. But weight regain is not inevitable. It's manageable. And I'm going to show you how. “What happens when you stop your GLP-1?” This is...

Every single week in my clinic, I see smart, motivated people stuck in their weight loss journey not because they're doing something wrong, but because they believe something wrong. The myths surrounding weight loss are so deeply embedded in our culture that even some physicians still repeat them. A...

⚠️ FAT IS NOT THE ENEMY ✅ Healthy fats come from meats, poultry, eggs, and especially omega-3 rich foods like seafood, nuts, seeds, full-fat dairy, olives, and avocado. ✅ When cooking, prioritize oils with essential fatty acids, like olive oil. Butter, beef, or beef tallow? They can be used but spar...

Deep frying adds a carb-heavy coating and extra oil that fuels inflammation, which can make joint pain, fatigue, and bloating worse. And even though the food might taste indulgent fried, it doesn’t make you feel fuller than a healthier version. You don’t have to give up your favorite foods, you just...

Struggling with weight regain or tired of yo-yo dieting? In this video, Dr. Alicia Shelly shares proven strategies to stop weight gain, maintain weight loss, and build healthy habits that last. Learn how to overcome set points, beat stress eating, use accountability, and make lifestyle changes that ...

💥 WHY THIS IS URGENT 💥 When people lose weight without enough protein, they don’t just lose fat, they lose muscle. And muscle loss leads to: ❌ Weakness ❌ Higher risk of falls ❌ Loss of independence as we age ❌ Increased risk of osteoporosis and fractures For older adults especially, this can be li...

Here’s the urgent truth ⏰ Most people don’t develop chronic disease overnight. It builds silently, meal by meal, habit by habit. And outdated nutrition advice is keeping so many people stuck, tired, inflamed, and frustrated. The NEW guidelines emphasize: ✔️ Anti-inflammatory eating patterns ✔️ Blood...