Weightless - by Rocio Salas-Whalen (Hardcover)

Book Synopsis

NATIONAL BESTSELLER - A board-certified physician shares her must-have guide to using GLP-1 medications, such as Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, and Zepbound, to reverse obesity and take charge of your health, with established strategies for maximizing your results

"This book is a game-changer. Dr. Salas-Whalen gives you the science and the compassion this conversation has been missing. You are not alone anymore."--Mel Robbins, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Let Them Theory

Whether your struggle to lose weight has lasted years or started more recently, GLP-1 medications will help you finally end it. While GLP-1s have redefined how we treat obesity, the search for expert care is likely to leave you feeling confused, overwhelmed, and unheard. Misconceptions are everywhere. Many doctors are still catching up with the science. And you may find a prescription but not the medical supervision you need for the best results.

In Weightless, Dr. Rocio Salas-Whalen, an expert in obesity medicine, delivers the real-world strategies that have helped thousands of patients achieve health goals that once felt out of reach. Her deeply compassionate approach sees obesity, not as a personal failure but as a chronic health condition that deserves medical treatment. Drawing on years of clinical expertise and the lived experience of her patients, she explains how to:

• Rethink what you know about weight management Learn why "eat less, move more" is an outdated and ineffective prescription.
• Give your GLP-1 journey a strong start: Choose an experienced provider, ask the right questions at every appointment, and get better outcomes if you're using telehealth.
• Preserve muscle for long-term success: Follow Dr. Salas-Whalen's advice for increasing protein intake and optimizing your strength training.
• Protect your progress: Manage side effects with evidence-based care, recognize when you need a dosage change, and know what to do when GLP-1s don't work.
• Adjust to life after GLP-1s: Navigate the unexpected physical, social, and psychological changes that accompany significant weight loss.

Comprehensive and empowering, Weightless offers judgment-free support that ensures you never feel alone on this journey.

Review Quotes

"Weightless reframes obesity as the chronic, complex condition it truly is--not a willpower problem, but a medical one. With clarity and care, Dr. Salas-Whalen offers readers the tools to understand their bodies, navigate treatment options, and reclaim control over their health journeys. This book is rigorous, compassionate, and deeply validating."--Mary Claire Haver, MD, New York Times bestselling author of The New Menopause and The Galveston Diet

"This book is a game-changer. It says what too many people need to hear but rarely do: Struggling with your weight is not a personal failure. And asking for help is strength, not shame. Dr. Salas-Whalen gives you the science and the compassion this conversation has been missing. If you've ever felt isolated in this fight, you need to read this book. You are not alone anymore."--Mel Robbins, New York Times bestselling author and host of The Mel Robbins Podcast

"Dr. Rocio Salas-Whalen has delivered a powerful road map for reclaiming your metabolic health. Packed with science-backed strategies and empowering encouragement, Weightless will put you in the driver's seat of your own care and transform what you think is possible for your well-being."--Vonda Wright, MD, New York Times bestselling author of Unbreakable

"This accessible resource is a must for those considering or taking weight-loss medication."-- Publishers Weekly, starred review

About the Author

Rocio Salas-Whalen, MD, is board-certified in obesity medicine and fellowship-trained in endocrinology, diabetes, and metabolism. A recognized leader in the treatment of obesity, perimenopause, and menopause, she is known for integrating cutting-edge therapies--such as GLP-1 medications--into compassionate, personalized care. Originally from Mexico, Dr. Salas-Whalen immigrated to the United States to pursue her dream of becoming a physician. Today, she leads a thriving private practice in New York City. A sought-after expert in both English- and Spanish-language media, she has been featured on The Mel Robbins Podcast, UnaVision, and more.