Renee Belz & Lauren Sambataro Before You Start Ozempic l A deep dive into GLP-1 biology, Semaglutide vs Calocurb, Natural appetite suppression, PMS, and Female Metabolic Health with Sarah Kennedy
In this episode, we sit down with Sarah Kennedy, Founder and CEO of Calocurb, to explore a radically different approach to appetite control rooted in real science, not willpower. With decades of leadership in nutrition and food science, Sarah breaks down how GLP-1s work, the downsides of chronic calorie restriction, and the key differences between synthetic drugs like semaglutide and natural GLP-1 stimulation. We dive into the history of bitters, digestion, and how Calocurb’s patented ingredient Amarasate® supports appetite regulation through the gut–brain axis. Sarah also shares compelling clinical trial results, insights on coming off GLP-1 drugs, and why under-eating—especially for women—can backfire hormonally. It’s a nuanced, empowering conversation about working with your biology to feel satisfied, nourished, and in control.
Founder and CEO of Calocurb, Sarah Kennedy shepherded years of scientific research and clinical trials to bring a revolutionary product to market. A veterinarian by training, with more than 20 years’ experience in dietary and animal nutrition, Sarah has held a number of CEO and senior executive positions in food and agriculture industries, at companies including Fonterra and Healtheries/Vitaco NZ. In 2010, at MIT, Sarah completed a Sloan Fellowship Program in Global Leadership and Innovation and has spent decades leading in health, nutrition and consumer products with executive roles at many, many companies.
Calocurb is a 100% natural appetite control supplement. Amarasate®, the patented active ingredient in Calocurb, was developed in New Zealand over 14 years and with $30m invested by Plant and Food Research, the largest NZ government-owned research institute.
SHOW NOTES:
0:40 Welcome to the show!
2:39 About Sarah Kennedy
3:54 Welcome her to the podcast!
5:04 What is a GLP-1?
7:27 Downside of calorie restriction
8:52 Natural vs synthetic GLP-1
13:41 Coming off of GLP-1s
14:56 Why it isn’t just willpower
18:07 History of bitters in the diet
20:12 Stimulating digestion & appetite suppression
23:22 Calocurb Study
26:02 Semaglutide vs Calocurb
29:45 Clinical trial results
32:54 Calocurb & PMS
34:10 Dosing Calocurb
40:08 Our personal experiences
43:37 Importance of protein intake
46:41 Females that are under-eating
54:52 Where to find Sarah & Calocurb
55:30 Her final piece of advice
57:21 Thanks for tuning in!
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