138. Q&A: Fasting, Daily Menus, GLP-1s & Drinking More Water

In this Q&A episode, Kim and Kalee answer listener questions on the topics women ask about most. They dig into whether long-term fasting is actually good for you—and why the answer is different for women, whose hormones and stress response don't match the mostly-male studies these protocols come from.

Then they walk through a full day of real meals, share their tricks for finally drinking enough water, and have an honest conversation about GLP-1 peptides: the benefits beyond weight loss, why "low and slow" dosing matters, and why protein and the fundamentals come first. Plenty of laughs along the way, too.

In this episode:

• Is fasting good long term? Why 12–14 hours can feel natural, and why longer fasts depend on your cortisol, leptin, ghrelin, and hormones
• What a full day of eating looks like
• How to drink more water
• What to look for in an electrolyte drink (potassium, sodium, magnesium—and a clean sodium source)
• Dream podcast guests they'd love to have on
• GLP-1 / GIP peptides: benefits beyond weight loss, the "start low and slow" approach, prioritizing protein, and why the foundations come first
• Working with a telehealth provider vs. buying "research only" products

Mentioned in this episode:

• Function Health — full lab panels (including leptin), twice a year. Save with our link.
• EllieMD
• Our GLP-1 episode with Tina Haupert — a full breakdown of what to expect, foods to prioritize, and her personal experience
• 75 Soft Challenge — the foundation-building program Kim mentions before adding a GLP-1
• Recipes on soreyfitness.com — chicken salad, bean salads, chaffles, refried beans, taco seasoning, soups, protein bites, and chili variations
• Hydrate & Detox electrolytes — our favorite, with potassium, magnesium, sea salt, glutathione, and pre/probiotics. Promo code: HELLO10

Have a question you'd like answered on a future Q&A episode? Head to soreyfitness.com/podcast to submit it—you can even record your voice. Or email us at team@kimandkalee.com.

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Medical Disclaimer

This episode is for informational and educational purposes only and reflects the hosts' personal experiences and opinions. Kim and Kalee are not physicians, and nothing here—including any discussion of fasting, supplements, peptides, or GLP-1/GIP medications—is medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before changing your diet, supplements, or medications, especially if you are pregnant, nursing, or managing a health condition. Individual results vary.