Your GLP-1 Bestie

You'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 GLP-1 Bestie, we're talking about the part of weight loss that doesn't get discussed enough: your body can change without your relationship with your body automatically changing with it.
We're getting into why confidence doesn't magically appear at a certain number on the scale, adjusting to a changing body, loose skin, navigating comments about your weight loss, body neutrality, and learning to appreciate your body for more than what it looks like.
Because bestie, weight loss can change your body. It doesn't automatically heal your relationship with it.
In This Episode, You'll Learn
Why losing weight doesn't automatically improve your body image
Why it can take time to adjust to seeing your changing body
How weight loss can sometimes give you new things to criticize
How to navigate comments and compliments about your changing body
Why you don't owe anyone an explanation for how you lost weight
How to stop moving the finish line on when you're "allowed" to enjoy your life
Why buying clothes that fit your body now matters
How body neutrality can help when body positivity feels unrealistic
When body image struggles may deserve additional professional support
💖 WAYS TO WORK WITH ME
If you’re tired of guessing what to eat, overwhelmed by conflicting advice, or trying to protect your muscle while losing weight…
✨ Join The GLP-1 Circle — my membership for support, strategy, and community
✨ Apply for 1:1 Coaching for high touch, personalized nutrition and fitness guidance aka the ultimate bestie experience
Book a one time consult with me here (Use code PODCAST for a discount)

FREE: Labs to Request Annually 
Connect with Me:
IG: https://www.instagram.com/dietitian.gianna/
Website: https://www.giannabeasley.com/ 

**Disclaimer: This episode and this podcast are not medical advice, consult with your own pr...

Does 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 you've ever reached day five, six, or seven and thought, "Wait—is my GLP-1 wearing off?" you're definitely not the only one who's wondered.
In this episode of Your GLP-1 Bestie, Registered Dietitian and GLP-1 user Gianna Beasley breaks down why your appetite may feel different throughout your injection week, why feeling hungry doesn't automatically mean your medication stopped working, and what to actually do when your appetite gets louder.
We're also talking about one BIG mistake that can make those hungrier days feel even more dramatic: barely eating during the days when your appetite is lowest.
Because bestie, hunger is not proof that your GLP-1 isn't working.
In This Episode, You'll Learn
Why you may feel hungrier before your next GLP-1 injection
Whether your weekly GLP-1 actually "wears off" before your next dose
Why appetite can feel different throughout your injection week
How eating too little earlier in the week may affect how hungry you feel later
Why hunger isn't a side effect we need to completely eliminate
The difference between manageable hunger and feeling consumed by hunger or food noise
Why you shouldn't "save calories" on your low-appetite days
What to eat when your appetite increases
Why eating more on a hungrier day doesn't mean you've done something wrong
Whether increased hunger automatically means you need a higher dose
How to track your hunger patterns throughout the week
When changes in hunger, fullness, or food noise are worth discussing with your prescriber
💖 WAYS TO WORK WITH ME
If you’re tired of guessing what to eat, overwhelmed by conflicting advice, or trying to protect your muscle while losing weight…
✨ Join The GLP-1 Circle — my membership for support, strategy, and community
✨ Apply for 1:1 Coaching for high touch, personalized nutrition and fitness guidance aka the ultimate bestie experience
Book a one time consult with me here (Use code PODCAST for a discount)

FREE: Labs to Request Annually 
Connect with Me:
IG: https://www.instagram.com/dietitian.gianna/
Website: https://www.giannabeasley.com/ 

**Disclaimer: This episode and this podcast are not medical advice, consult with your own pr...

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 feeling tired on a GLP-1—and what you can actually do about it.
We're talking about eating too little, accidentally cutting out carbohydrates, dehydration, sleep, dose changes, and why persistent fatigue shouldn't automatically be blamed on your medication.
Because feeling exhausted isn't something I want you to simply "push through" in the name of weight loss.
In This Episode, You'll Learn
Why fatigue can happen while taking a GLP-1
Why "GLP-1 fatigue" isn't always caused by one thing
How eating significantly less can affect your energy
Why getting enough protein isn't the same as getting enough overall nutrition
Why carbohydrates still belong in your diet on a GLP-1
How dehydration can contribute to feeling tired, weak, or lightheaded
Why sleep still matters—even when your nutrition is on point
Why fatigue may become more noticeable around a dose change
Why you shouldn't assume every new symptom is caused by your GLP-1
Other reasons fatigue may need to be evaluated by your healthcare provider
Why you shouldn't automatically reach for iron, B12, or other supplements without knowing whether you actually need them
When fatigue deserves a conversation with your healthcare team
💖 WAYS TO WORK WITH ME
If you’re tired of guessing what to eat, overwhelmed by conflicting advice, or trying to protect your muscle while losing weight…
✨ Join The GLP-1 Circle — my membership for support, strategy, and community
✨ Apply for 1:1 Coaching for high touch, personalized nutrition and fitness guidance aka the ultimate bestie experience
Book a one time consult with me here (Use code PODCAST for a discount)

FREE: Labs to Request Annually 
Connect with Me:
IG: https://www.instagram.com/dietitian.gianna/
Website: https://www.giannabeasley.com/ 

**Disclaimer: This episode and this podcast are not medical advice, consult with your own pr...

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 been taking a GLP-1 myself since 2022, I'm walking you through the seven things I want you to focus on when you're starting your medication.
We're talking realistic expectations, nutrition, protein, hydration, constipation, strength training, tracking your progress, and why comparing your first month to someone else's TikTok transformation is one of the fastest ways to make yourself miserable.
You do NOT need to have your entire GLP-1 journey figured out during your first week.
Let's start with what actually matters.
In This Episode, You'll Learn
What to focus on when you first start a GLP-1
Why you may not notice dramatic changes after your first injection
Why your first few weeks don't determine whether your GLP-1 is "working"
Why eating as little as possible should never be the goal
How to start prioritizing protein from the beginning
Why hydration, fiber, and bowel habits deserve your attention early
Why strength training matters during GLP-1 weight loss
How to think about preserving muscle while losing weight
What to track besides the number on the scale
Why food noise, hunger, energy, strength, digestion, and habits are all valuable information
How social media can completely distort your expectations of GLP-1 weight loss
Why someone else's progress is not a benchmark for your body
When to reach out to your healthcare team for additional support
💖 WAYS TO WORK WITH ME
If you’re tired of guessing what to eat, overwhelmed by conflicting advice, or trying to protect your muscle while losing weight…
✨ Join The GLP-1 Circle — my membership for support, strategy, and community
✨ Apply for 1:1 Coaching for high touch, personalized nutrition and fitness guidance aka the ultimate bestie experience
Book a one time consult with me here (Use code PODCAST for a discount)

FREE: Labs to Request Annually 
Connect with Me:
IG: https://www.instagram.com/dietitian.gianna/
Website: https://www.giannabeasley.com/ 

**Disclaimer: This episode and this podcast are not medical advice, consult with your own pr...

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 Zepbound.
We're talking protein, produce, carbohydrates, and fats—and why you don't need to perfectly portion your plate, weigh your food, track every macro, or force yourself to eat a giant pile of vegetables when your appetite is already low.
You'll also hear real-life meal examples and learn how to adjust this framework for smaller appetites, early fullness, nausea, busy days, and those times when nothing sounds particularly good.
Because a balanced plate should make eating on a GLP-1 simpler, not more stressful.
In This Episode, You'll Learn
A simple framework for building balanced meals on a GLP-1
Why a balanced plate is a framework—not a rigid formula
Why protein is often a helpful place to start
How fruits and vegetables fit into your meals
Why carbohydrates absolutely still belong on your plate
The role dietary fat plays in a balanced meal
Why you don't need four separate foods to "check every box"
Real-life examples of balanced GLP-1 breakfasts, lunches, and dinners
How to modify your plate when you get full quickly
Why the traditional "half your plate vegetables" advice may not work for everyone with a significantly reduced appetite
What to eat on days when your appetite is especially low
How to stop turning nutrition recommendations into another set of diet rules
The 10 second meal check method
💖 WAYS TO WORK WITH ME
If you’re tired of guessing what to eat, overwhelmed by conflicting advice, or trying to protect your muscle while losing weight…
✨ Join The GLP-1 Circle — my membership for support, strategy, and community
✨ Apply for 1:1 Coaching for high touch, personalized nutrition and fitness guidance aka the ultimate bestie experience
Book a one time consult with me here (Use code PODCAST for a discount)

FREE: Labs to Request Annually 
Connect with Me:
IG: https://www.instagram.com/dietitian.gianna/
Website: https://www.giannabeasley.com/ 

**Disclaimer: This episode and this podcast are not medical advice, consult with your own pr...