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Hi, I’m Amanda Bonello 😊 I started this podcast to give the GLP-1 community a voice. To share the life changing experiences these medications can bring and to shine a light on the human impact of access issues. Since then, I’ve founded both a nonprofit and a for-profit to "put advocacy into action for GLP-1 access" and to do everything I can to support and empower the patients who need it most. I can hardly believe we’ve made it to Season 2, and I couldn’t be more grateful for your support. 🩷

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  • Dr. Craig Primack: Head of Weight Loss, Hims & Hers

    Dr. Craig Primack: Head of Weight Loss, Hims & Hers
    Sep 22 2025
    When I sat down to record this episode of the GLP-1 Collective Podcast, I knew we were in for something special. Dr. Craig Primack, MD, FACP, FAAP, MFOMA, is a leader in obesity medicine, and honestly, he has so many accomplishments that I had to list them in bullet points. I’m sure I’m still missing a few, but here’s just a glimpse:* Co-founder of Scottsdale Weight Loss Center in Arizona, a multi-location practice serving thousands.* Served on the board of the Obesity Medicine Association from 2010 through 2024.* President of the OMA from 2019 to 2021.* Frequent media guest and national speaker on obesity care.* Co-author of Chasing Diets and widely published in the field.In addition to his own practice, Dr. Primack works as the Head of Weight Loss at Hims & Hers to help expand access to comprehensive care for those who might not otherwise be able to access it.White Paper: The Key TakeawaysThe main reason Dr. Primack joined me was to share data from a new white paper from his work with Hims & Hers. This first-of-its-kind analysis gives us a real look at how a more personalized approach to care through digital health is changing obesity medicine and what it means for patients right now. Full disclosure: I’ve never been a Hims & Hers patient, I’m not an affiliate, and I wasn’t paid to share this information or conduct this interview. But without telehealth, I know I’d still be stuck in the exhausting cycle of ‘eat less, move more,’ so I’m forever grateful for telehealth as a whole and glad I had the chance to learn about these findings and share them.Here are some of the key findings:* Telehealth Impact: Patients accessing personalized GLP-1 treatment plans through Hims & Hers lost an average of 20 pounds, or about 10 percent of their body weight, in six months. That is medically significant weight loss with proven metabolic benefits.* Access Improvement: Instead of waiting months to see one of the fewer than 10,000 obesity specialists in the U.S., patients were able to start treatment in a matter of days.* Comprehensive Care: The Hims & Hers approach is not just about prescribing a GLP-1. Patients receive nutrition tools, movement guidance, education, and 24/7 provider messaging, all of which contributed to a dropout rate of just 25 percent at six months. In contrast, dropout rates forcommercially available GLP-1s can hover around 80% at sixmonths.In a nutshell, this white paper analysis shows that digital health isn’t just convenient. It’s delivering real outcomes, keeping people on treatment, and reshaping how we think about obesity care.Hims & Hers DetailsAs a GLP-1 freelance writer, I often review telehealth companies. This is my personal observation, not an endorsement. I’m not affiliated with Hims & Hers, and this isn’t a paid review. I’m not breaking down too many details here, since this isn’t a paid telehealth review and that level of depth belongs in my freelance work but I will share some of the highlights that we covered during the interview for anyone interested in learning more.Here are the details:* Pricing: I found Hims & Hers pricing to be very competitive compared to other options. * 24/7 Messaging: patients have continuous access to licensed providers through the app. This means you can get guidance on side effects, dosage, or general concerns from a legitimate provider, without waiting for a call back from your doctor’s office.* Comprehensive Resources: an app that includes protein trackers, recipes, behavioral education, and lifestyle coaching.* Personalized Dosing: Hims & Hers prioritizes safety by providing access to personalized dosing when clinically necessary that’s tailored to each individual’s needs and goals. This can include starting patients on lower, slower titration schedules to reduce side effects. This is also an approach you can discuss with your own provider if side effects become difficult to manage. * Cold Chain Shipping: medications are shipped securely, with climate conditions in mind, at no extra cost. * Certificates of Analysis: every batch comes with a COA that patients can look up themselves, an impressive transparency step I wish we saw everywhere.These are the key details shared during the interview. For more information, you can check out their websites directly at hims.com or forhers.com.My Closing ThoughtsAs someone who has dedicated my life to making these medications more affordable, equitable, and accessible for everyone who needs them, I deeply respect his impact. It’s clear that Dr. Primack has heart in everything he does. He’s proof that obesity medicine can and should be centered on compassion, access, and patient centered care. That is the future I’m fighting for.Now — I am off to Audible 📖 to buy Chasing Diets and taking up golfing. 🏌️‍♂️⛳Disclaimer: The content of this post is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice and should not be relied on as a ...
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  • Jesse Kesner: Co-Founder & CEO of Alnu Health

    Jesse Kesner: Co-Founder & CEO of Alnu Health
    Sep 11 2025
    In this episode, I interview Jesse Kesner, co-founder and CEO of Alnu Health, a Harvard-backed AI coaching app created specifically for people on GLP-1s. It is developed in collaboration with three clinical advisors across Mass General Hospital and Brigham and Women’s, and is sure to be one of the most comprehensive tools in this space.What Makes Alnu DifferentAlnu Health is designed to support every part of life on GLP-1s. Not just injections and side effects, but the deeper day-to-day shifts that come with it, like managing motivation, tracking nutrition, staying hydrated, and preserving muscle mass.Here’s what the app can do right now:* Track your injections and side effects* Log food by snapping a photo* Remind you to drink water and stay hydrated* Generate custom strength workouts based on your space and ability* Provide AI coaching that’s been trained by real clinical experts* Most importantly, it can take all of your input and cater care to your specific needs and lifestyle. This is not a one-size-fits-all app. This is a personalized coaching app that learns from your experiences.Here’s what’s coming:* Prior authorization assistance and step therapy tracking* PCOS and other future approved indication tools* Maintenance and tapering tools* Optional human telehealth coaching* Built-in community features and moreBuilt for the GLP-1 CommunityJesse brings both personal experience and professional expertise to this work. He grew up struggling with adolescent obesity, worked in consumer health and tech, and is now building a platform that centers the patient experience instead of ignoring it.Alnu’s team includes physicians, registered dietitians, physical therapists, and actual GLP-1 users who are all shaping how the app grows and evolves.This is being built with real feedback from people like you and me. I personally love almost all things AI and fully plan on inputting every detail of my day to shape my little Alnu buddy into the personalized coach I need. ChatGPT is already my bestie and I’m not afraid to admit it, so the idea of having an AI companion trained specifically for GLP-1s? That’s a dream. ☁️✨Try the Beta for FreeAlnu is preparing to launch a free beta, and I am stoked for the opportunity to help get it into the hands of the people who need it. You can join the waitlist now and be part of the early group testing it out while helping guide the future direction of the app.Beta users will also get access to live group coaching sessions with a registered dietitian from Brigham and Women’s Hospital.Food is still a big mystery for many GLP-1 patients: what to eat on a GLP-1, what not to eat, how to get enough protein, etc. So this is a pretty cool feature and it’s one I plan on taking advantage of. 😋🍉This was not a paid interview. I wasn’t compensated to feature Alnu, and I do not receive compensation for those who sign up for the beta list. I reached out to Jesse because I saw something special in what he was building, and I believe it’s going to help a lot of people.🩷I can’t wait to hear what you think!— Amanda Get full access to GLP-1 Studio at glp1studio.substack.com/subscribe
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  • Justin Silver: Founder of SymptoGuard

    Justin Silver: Founder of SymptoGuard
    Aug 26 2025

    This week on the GLP-1 Collective Podcast, I had the chance to talk with Justin Silver, the creator of SymptoGuard. What stood out most to me was not just the supplement itself, but the heart behind why he built it.

    Justin’s story begins with his father, who lived through the struggles of obesity and the side effects of weight loss medications. Watching someone you love face those challenges changes the way you see the entire system. For Justin, it became the motivation to find a way to help people who are trying to improve their health but feel stuck dealing with side effects that slow them down.

    In our conversation, Justin shares what drove him to create SymptoGuard, the research behind it, and the bigger picture of what it means to support patients using GLP-1 medications. We talk about education, about giving people the tools they need to make informed choices, and about why access to safe and effective options should not be limited to only those who can afford it.

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    What struck me most was Justin’s compassion. He is not just another voice in the supplement space. He is someone who has walked alongside his family through real struggles and who wants to use that experience to help others. That makes this episode not only about a product, but about people, family, and the belief that we can do better for those living with obesity.

    I think you will find this conversation both hopeful and practical. It is about longevity, resilience, and what it really takes to support healthier lives.

    As always, there are so many ways you can support the podcast. The simplest and most powerful are free: give us a five-star rating, leave a comment so others know why this work matters, and share the episode with a friend. Every time you do, you help us reach someone new who might need to hear stories like Justin’s.

    I am grateful you are here. I hope this episode leaves you with the same sense of possibility and compassion that I felt after talking with Justin.

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