Your GLP-1 Bestie
by Gianna Beasley
Latest episode
Just Started a GLP-1? Your First 30 Days, Week by Week
Just Started a GLP-1? Your First 30 Days, Week by Week
About this podcast
Your GLP-1 Bestie is a science-backed podcast and community for people navigating GLP-1 medications like Ozempic®, Wegovy®, Mounjaro®, Zepbound®, and compounded GLP-1s- without fear, shame, or misinformation.
Hosted by Gianna Beasley, a Registered Dietitian and Certified Personal Trainer who takes a GLP-1 herself, this podcast breaks down what’s actually happening in your body on a GLP-1 and how to support it with nutrition, movement, mindset, and real-life strategies.
Each episode covers topics like:
• How to eat on a GLP-1, including protein, carbohydrates, fiber, hydration, and managing side effects
• Weight loss, plateaus, and metabolic health
• Navigating food noise, appetite changes, and social pressure
• Insurance coverage, access, and long-term sustainability
• Separating evidence-based guidance from viral GLP-1 misinformation
and more!
Whether you’re just starting a GLP-1, currently on one, or supporting someone who is, Your GLP-1 Bestie is here to help you feel informed, supported, and confident advocating for your health.
Episodes
The newest 20 of 158 episodes
- Just Started a GLP-1? Your First 30 Days, Week by Week · 29 minStarting a GLP-1 medication can bring a lot of questions. What should you eat? What if your appetite changes? How do you manage meals, recognize concerning symptoms, and know…
- How to Enjoy Halloween Candy on a GLP-1 (Without Food Guilt) · 12 minCan you eat Halloween candy while taking a GLP-1? Or should you be avoiding sweets altogether? Bestie, we’re not turning a fun-size Reese’s into a moral dilemma. 😂🍫 In this short…
- Your GLP-1 Journey Doesn't Have to Be Perfect to Be Successful · 11 minEver have one of those weeks where absolutely NOTHING goes according to plan? You miss your workouts, your meals look nothing like what you planned, your schedule is chaotic, and…
- Why Am I Not Losing Weight on a GLP-1? 7 Things to Look At · 19 minYou’re taking your GLP-1, doing all the things, and watching everyone else share their incredible weight-loss results…but your scale? Barely moving. So what gives?! If you’ve…
- Why Am I Still Struggling With Body Image After GLP-1 Weight Loss? · 29 minYou've lost the weight. Your clothes fit differently. Other people are noticing your body changing. So...why don't you feel the way you thought you would? In this episode of Your…
- Why Do I Feel Hungrier Right Before My Next GLP-1 Shot? · 23 minDoes your GLP-1 feel like it's working great for the first few days after your injection...only for your hunger to suddenly come roaring back right before your next shot? If…
- Why Am I So Tired on a GLP-1? Causes of Fatigue + What to Do · 22 minFeeling 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…
- Just Started a GLP-1? Do These 7 Things First · 22 minJust 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…
- How to Build a Balanced Plate on a GLP-1 · 22 minWhat 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…
- How Do You Know If You're Eating Enough on a GLP-1? · 30 minAre 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…
- My GLP-1 Grocery Shopping Guide: What I Always Buy · 30 minWhat 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…
- 7 Nutrition Mistakes People Make on a GLP-1 (And How to Fix Them) · 32 minFeeling 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…
- How Much Protein Do You Need on a GLP-1? · 40 minWondering 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…
- Can You Drink Alcohol on a GLP-1? What You Need to Know · 23 minCan 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…
- How to Stay on Track with a GLP-1 While Traveling · 23 minTraveling 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…
- What to Order at Restaurants on a GLP-1 (Without Overthinking It) · 31 minCan 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…
- Why Has My GLP-1 Weight Loss Stalled? · 18 minHas 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…
- Why Am I Still Craving Sugar on a GLP-1? · 31 minThought your GLP-1 medication would completely eliminate sugar cravings? If you’re taking Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, or Zepbound and still find yourself craving chocolate…
- Why Am I Still Hungry on a GLP-1? · 25 minStarted 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…
- What I Wish I Knew Before Starting a GLP-1 (As a Dietitian and Certified Personal Trainer) · 26 minIf 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…
