If the scale is going down, how do you know what you're really losing? In this episode, Ana Reisdorf sits down with Dr. Nina Crowley to break down what body composition actually means, why BMI misses so much of the story, how DEXA and bioelectrical impedance differ, and what GLP-1 users should understand about fat loss, fat-free mass, and the ongoing conversation around “muscle loss” during weight loss.

Guest Bio:
Dr. Nina Crowley, PhD, RDN is an expert in obesity care, body composition, and behavior change. With a background as a bariatric dietitian and a PhD in health psychology, she helps translate complex science into practical, real-life strategies. As Director of Clinical Thought Leadership & Partnerships at Seca, her work focuses on helping people look beyond the scale, understanding changes in fat, muscle, and metabolic health, especially in the era of GLP-1 therapies. Nina is also the host of In the Know with Nina, where she breaks down topics like GLP-1 medications, muscle preservation, and sustainable behavior change in a way that’s clear, compassionate, and actionable.

Guest Links:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ninacrowley/
Podcast Channel: In the Know with Nina Podcast

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What really happens to your skin after major weight loss on GLP-1 medications, and when does surgery make sense? In this episode, Ana talks with Dr. Maryam Zamani, a double board-certified plastic surgeon, about why loose skin happens, how GLP-1-related skin changes may differ from traditional weight loss, and what people can do before jumping into surgery. They also cover the real role of protein and muscle mass, the limits of non-surgical treatments, and the most common surgical options for the face, breasts, arms, abdomen, thighs, and back after significant weight loss.

About Dr. Maryam Zamani:
Dr. Maryam Zamani is a dual board-certified plastic surgeon specializing in refined, natural-looking facial, breast, and body procedures, with particular expertise in helping patients navigate the physical changes that follow significant weight loss, including GLP-1 use. Certified in both the U.S. and Canada, fellowship-trained in aesthetic surgery, and an editorial board member for The Aesthetic Surgery Journal, she combines advanced surgical and non-surgical treatments to address loose skin, facial volume loss, breast changes, and body contouring with an elegant, highly individualized approach.

Guest Links:

• Plastic Surgery In Beverly Hills | Cosmetic Surgery In Los Angeles
• www.instagram.com/dr.maryamzamani

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If GLP-1 medications have quieted your food noise but left you wondering how to handle the emotions underneath it, this episode is for you. Ana talks with Jessica Brown about why weight loss alone does not automatically heal your relationship with food, how self-compassion can help you move out of shame and self-sabotage, and what it looks like to work on identity, coping patterns, and emotional resilience while using GLP-1 medications. This conversation connects the physical effects of medication with the inner work that helps change actually last.

About Jessica Brown:
Jessica Brown is a clinical nutritionist, Stanford-certified compassion teacher, and author of Beyond the Shot: Inner Work for Lasting Success on Weight Loss Medications. She is the founder of Nourishful Inc., publishing under Inner Well Press, and the creator of the GLP-1 Nutrition Academy. With nearly 25 years of experience, Jessica specializes in helping people navigate the emotional and psychological side of GLP-1 use, including food cravings, binge eating, self-compassion, reparenting, and body image healing. Her work blends evidence-based nutrition with compassionate, therapeutic approaches that support lasting transformation beyond temporary weight loss.

Guest Links:

• The Loving Diet™
• Self-Compassion Teacher & Clinical Nutritionist — The Loving Diet™
• Emotional Eating Signals And Solutions — The Loving Diet™
• Jessica Brown (@thelovingdiet) • Instagram profile
• https://www.linkedin.com/in/thelovingdiet/

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