Your GLP-1 Bestie

Epizódy

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  Why Am I So Tired on a GLP-1? Causes of Fatigue + What to Do 21.09.2026 21min

  Feeling absolutely exhausted since starting your GLP-1? Maybe you're losing weight and your appetite is finally quieter…but suddenly you're dragging through the afternoon, struggling through workouts, or wondering why you could take a nap at literally any moment. So—is fatigue just a normal part of taking Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, or Zepbound? Or is something else going on? In this episode of Your GLP-1 Bestie, Registered Dietitian Gianna Beasley breaks down some of the reasons you may be fe...
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  Just Started a GLP-1? Do These 7 Things First 14.09.2026 21min

  Just started a GLP-1 and wondering what you're actually supposed to do now? Maybe you just took your first dose of Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, or Zepbound. Maybe you're a few weeks in and wondering why you don't feel dramatically different yet. Or maybe your prescription is sitting in the refrigerator and you're trying to figure out how to do this "right" from day one. This episode is your GLP-1 beginner's guide. As both a Registered Dietitian who works with GLP-1 users and someone who has bee...
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  How to Build a Balanced Plate on a GLP-1 07.09.2026 22min

  What should your plate actually look like when you're taking a GLP-1? You've heard you need protein. You've heard you need fiber. You know eating as little as possible isn't the goal. But when it comes time to actually make breakfast, lunch, or dinner...what are you supposed to put together? In this episode of Your GLP-1 Bestie, Registered Dietitian Gianna Beasley breaks down a simple, flexible framework for building balanced meals while taking medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, and ...
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  How Do You Know If You're Eating Enough on a GLP-1? 31.08.2026 29min

  Are you actually eating enough on your GLP-1? If you're taking Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, or Zepbound, you may be eating significantly less than you did before—and that's partly the point. But there's an important difference between having a reduced appetite and not adequately nourishing your body. Maybe you're rarely hungry anymore. Maybe you get to the end of the day and realize you've barely eaten. Or maybe the scale is moving quickly, so you've assumed that eating as little as possible me...
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  My GLP-1 Grocery Shopping Guide: What I Always Buy 24.08.2026 29min

  What should you actually buy at the grocery store when you’re taking a GLP-1? If you’re taking Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, or Zepbound and you’ve ever found yourself wandering the grocery store wondering what foods you should be eating, this episode is for you. As a Registered Dietitian and GLP-1 user myself, I’m taking you grocery shopping with me! We’re walking aisle by aisle through the foods I keep on hand to make eating well on a GLP-1 simpler, more satisfying, and much more realistic. We...
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  7 Nutrition Mistakes People Make on a GLP-1 (And How to Fix Them) 17.08.2026 32min

  Feeling like you’re doing everything “right” on your GLP-1 but still not seeing the results you expected? You’re not alone. As a Registered Dietitian who specializes in GLP-1 medications, I’ve worked with hundreds of people taking Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, and Zepbound—and I continue to see the same nutrition mistakes come up again and again. The good news? Most of them are completely fixable. In this episode, I’m breaking down the seven biggest nutrition mistakes I see people make while tak...
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  How Much Protein Do You Need on a GLP-1? 10.08.2026 40min

  Wondering how much protein you actually need while taking Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, or Zepbound? You've probably heard over and over again that you need to "eat more protein" on a GLP-1—but how much do you really need? Do protein shakes count? Can you eat too much protein? And is it true that your body can only absorb 30 grams at a time? In this episode, Registered Dietitian, Certified Personal Trainer, and GLP-1 expert Gianna answers the most common questions she hears from clients about pr...
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  Can You Drink Alcohol on a GLP-1? What You Need to Know 03.08.2026 23min

  Can you drink alcohol while taking Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, or Zepbound? If you've been wondering whether it's safe to enjoy a glass of wine, a cocktail on vacation, or a drink at a wedding while taking a GLP-1 medication, you're not alone. This is one of the most common questions I get as a Registered Dietitian. The good news? For many people, alcohol doesn't have to be completely off-limits. But your body may respond differently than it did before starting your medication. In this episode...
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  How to Stay on Track with a GLP-1 While Traveling 27.07.2026 23min

  Traveling while taking Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, or Zepbound? Wondering how to enjoy your vacation without feeling like you're undoing all of your progress? The good news is—you don't have to choose between making memories and staying on track. In this episode, Registered Dietitian, Certified Personal Trainer, Gianna shares her practical, flexible approach to traveling on a GLP-1. From airports and road trips to cruises, all-inclusive resorts, and family vacations, you'll learn how to confid...
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  What to Order at Restaurants on a GLP-1 (Without Overthinking It) 20.07.2026 30min

  Can you still eat at restaurants while taking Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, or Zepbound? Absolutely. One of the biggest misconceptions about GLP-1 medications is that you have to avoid restaurants, skip vacations, or order the “healthiest” item on the menu to lose weight. The truth? Long-term success comes from learning how to navigate real life—not avoiding it. In this episode, Registered Dietitian and Certified Personal Trainer, Gianna Beasley shares her simple, evidence-based strategy for eat...
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  Why Has My GLP-1 Weight Loss Stalled? 13.07.2026 17min

  Has your weight loss suddenly stopped on Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, or Zepbound? If the scale hasn’t moved in weeks and you’re wondering whether your GLP-1 has stopped working, you’re not alone. Weight loss plateaus are one of the most common—and frustrating—parts of the GLP-1 journey. The good news? A plateau doesn’t automatically mean you’ve done something wrong or that your medication has failed. In this episode, Registered Dietitian, Certified Personal Trainer, and GLP-1 expert Gianna exp...
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  Why Am I Still Craving Sugar on a GLP-1? 06.07.2026 30min

  Thought your GLP-1 medication would completely eliminate sugar cravings? If you’re taking Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, or Zepbound and still find yourself craving chocolate, sweets, chips, or your favorite snacks, you’re definitely not alone. The truth is, cravings are much more complex than most people realize—and having cravings doesn’t automatically mean your medication has stopped working. In this episode, Registered Dietitian and Certified Personal Trainer, Gianna breaks down the science b...
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  Why Am I Still Hungry on a GLP-1? 29.06.2026 24min

  Started feeling hungry again on your GLP-1 and wondering if your medication has stopped working? You’re not alone. One of the biggest misconceptions about Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, and Zepbound is that you should never feel hungry. But the truth is, hunger is a normal biological signal—and experiencing hunger doesn’t automatically mean your GLP-1 isn’t working. In this episode, Registered Dietitian and GLP-1 expert Gianna explains why appetite can change throughout your GLP-1 journey, what i...
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  What I Wish I Knew Before Starting a GLP-1 (As a Dietitian and Certified Personal Trainer) 22.06.2026 26min

  If I could go back and start my GLP-1 journey all over again, there are a lot of things I would do differently. Not because I regret taking a GLP-1—but because there were lessons I had to learn through experience that I wish someone had told me from the very beginning. In this episode, Registered Dietitian, Certified Personal Trainer, and GLP-1 user Gianna Beasley shares the biggest things she wishes she knew before starting Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, and GLP-1 medications, including the nutr...
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  How to Maintain Weight Loss After Ozempic, Wegovy & GLP-1 Medications 15.06.2026 26min

  Worried about gaining weight back after Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, or Zepbound? You’re not alone. One of the biggest concerns people have during their GLP-1 journey is what happens after the weight loss phase—and how to actually maintain their results long-term. In this episode, Registered Dietitian and GLP-1 expert Gianna breaks down what sustainable weight maintenance really looks like, why maintaining weight loss is different from losing weight, and the habits that support long-term succes...
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  What Happens If You Stop Wegovy, Ozempic, Mounjaro or Zepbound? 08.06.2026 21min

  One of the biggest questions people ask about GLP-1 medications is: “What happens if I stop taking it?” Whether you’re taking Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, or Zepbound, you may have concerns about losing insurance coverage, reaching your goal weight, medication costs, long-term use, or the possibility of regaining weight in the future. In this episode, Registered Dietitian and GLP-1 expert Gianna breaks down what the research actually shows about stopping a GLP-1 medication, the factors that inf...
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  Food Noise, Body Image & Fear of Regain: The Emotional Side of GLP-1 Weight Loss 01.06.2026 30min

  GLP-1 weight loss is about so much more than just the number on the scale. If you’re taking Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, or Zepbound and feeling emotionally overwhelmed, anxious, conflicted, or even surprised by how much this journey is affecting your mindset—you are not alone. In this episode, Registered Dietitian and GLP-1 expert Gianna dives into the mental and emotional side of GLP-1 weight loss that almost nobody talks about. We’re covering: How GLP-1 medications can change your relationsh...
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  Constipation, Nausea & Bloating on GLP-1s — Let’s Actually Fix It 25.05.2026 31min

  Dealing with constipation, nausea, or bloating on a GLP-1 like Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, or Zepbound? You are definitely not alone. Digestive side effects are some of the most common challenges people experience on GLP-1 medications—but there’s a huge difference between expected side effects and feeling miserable all the time. In this episode, Registered Dietitian and GLP-1 expert Gianna breaks down the science behind GLP-1 digestive side effects, including why they happen, what evidence-bas...
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  Hair Loss on Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro & Zepbound: Causes, Nutrition & What to Do 18.05.2026 21min

  Noticing more hair shedding since starting a GLP-1 like Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, or Zepbound? You are not alone—and despite what social media might say, there’s a lot of misinformation about hair loss on GLP-1 medications. In this episode, Registered Dietitian and GLP-1 expert Gianna breaks down the science behind hair loss and rapid weight loss, including what current evidence actually suggests about why shedding may happen during a GLP-1 journey. We’re covering: Whether GLP-1 medication...
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  Should You Exercise on Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro or Zepbound? The Truth About Exercise on GLP-1s 11.05.2026 29min

  Do you actually need to exercise on a GLP-1? If you’re taking Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, or Zepbound and wondering whether workouts really matter for weight loss, this episode is for you. In this episode, Registered Dietitian and Certified Personal Trainer Gianna breaks down the science behind fat loss vs muscle loss on GLP-1 medications, and why movement, strength training, and protein intake matter for long-term success. Spoiler alert: losing weight is not automatically the same thing as im...