When "for better or worse" includes weekly Wegovy shots together. Discover the unique dynamics, unexpected challenges, and surprising rewards when couples embark on their GLP-1 weight loss journey as a team. From synchronized side effects to navigating different results, this is the real talk about love, needles, and transformation. Read our companion blog post for this episode: https://www.glp-1tribe.com/couples-who-inject-together-love-weight-loss-dynamics-on-wegovy-and-zepbound/ What We C...
We have a companion blog post on this episode Visit our free GLP-1 Meal Planner - https://glp1tribe.com/meal-planner Struggling to figure out what to eat on GLP-1 meds? You're not alone. Join 5,000+ people taking our 30-Day Meal Prep Challenge designed specifically for the unique appetite changes on Ozempic, Wegovy, and other GLP-1 medications. No more staring at food wondering why nothing sounds good! What You'll Learn: 🍱 How to meal prep when your appetite is MIA 🥗 The "mix-and-match...
Want to boost you results? Can't afford Ozempic? Your grocery store might have the answer. Discover 11 science-backed foods that naturally boost your body's GLP-1 production – no prescription needed, no insurance battles, just real food that supports your weight loss journey. Our companion blog post for this episode https://www.glp-1tribe.com/11-foods-that-naturally-boost-glp-1-natures-ozempic/ What You'll Learn: 🥑 How certain foods trigger your body's natural "appetite control"...
We have a companion blog post on this episode - read it here. Episode Summary: Feeling exhausted on GLP-1 medications? You're not alone—but you're not stuck either. In this game-changing episode, we reveal the modified Couch to 5K program specifically designed for Ozempic, Wegovy, and Zepbound users battling fatigue. Discover why 10,000 daily steps can accelerate your weight loss by 30%, learn the exact supplements that combat GLP-1 exhaustion, and get a week-by-week training plan that actual...
We have a complete blog post on the playbook here for free This episode offers a comprehensive guide for managing nausea commonly experienced by individuals using GLP-1 medications like Wegovy, Ozempic, and Zepbound. Drawing on insights from over 50,000 users, it identifies the causes and typical timeline of nausea, emphasizing that it is temporary and manageable. The core of the episode presents 15 "proven hacks", ranging from dietary adjustments like the "Ginger Trinity" and "Temperat...
We have a companion blog post on this topic here you can read for free Before we get into the list we wanted to mention we have a free GLP-1 Recipe generator on our site here A free GLP-1 Weekly meal planner here that will generate a shopping list for the week for you! And a free GLP-1 Recipe Library that incorporates many of these foods that lessen side effects and help you lose more weight on GLP-1 medications. This episode offers a strategic approach to managing common side effects experi...
We have a companion blog post for this episode available here to read. Today's episode "The 100-Pound Club: 7 Non-Negotiable Habits of Extreme GLP-1 Success Stories," outlines key practices that differentiate individuals achieving significant weight loss (100+ pounds) on GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, or Zepbound from those with average results. We emphasize that these medications are powerful tools, but success hinges on adopting seven "game-changing" habits. These habits incl...
We have a companion blog post for this episode - read it here This episode explores how weight loss medications, specifically GLP-1 receptor agonists like Zepbound, are emerging as a game-changer for sleep apnea treatment, offering an alternative to traditional CPAP therapy. It highlights the significant economic and personal burden of untreated sleep apnea and emphasizes the direct correlation between weight loss and improved sleep apnea severity. Clinical trials demonstrate that these medic...
GLP-1 Medications: Efficacy, Safety, and ImpactRead our companion blog post with visuals on this episode This comprehensive analysis examines the impact of GLP-1 receptor agonists on health, particularly their significant efficacy in weight loss and treatment of diabetes. It highlights studies demonstrating the superior performance of newer dual-agonist medications like Zepbound compared to Wegovy, while also outlining the common gastrointestinal side effects and less frequent but more seriou...
We have a companion blog post on this topic you can read here. In this episode we discuss the growing childhood obesity crisis in the United States, highlighting its significant prevalence, health implications, and economic burden. It explores the complex causes, including dietary habits, lack of physical activity, socioeconomic factors, and psychological influences. We discuss traditional treatment approaches, emphasizing the importance of nutritional changes, increased physical activi...
Read our companion blog post on this episode This episode discusses the phenomenon of sagging skin and facial changes, dubbed "Ozempic Face," that can occur after significant and often rapid weight loss, particularly when using GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, Wegovy and Zepbound. We explain that this issue is caused by fast fat loss and the natural decline of skin elasticity proteins, compounded by factors like age and genetics. The article notes the commonality of these effects and presen...
This episode explains how smart scales go beyond simply measuring total body weight by using Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis (BIA) to estimate various body composition metrics. These metrics, such as body fat percentage, visceral fat, muscle mass, bone mass, body water, protein percentage, Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR), metabolic age, and Fat-Free Body Weight, provide a more comprehensive view of health than weight alone. We emphasizes that tracking trends in these metrics over time, supporte...
Read the companion blog post to this episode with all the details. In this episode we discuss the often-overlooked psychological impacts of using GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Wegovy, highlighting that these treatments involve more than just physical changes. They explain the significant "mental load" patients experience, including the profound shift when "food noise" quiets, which can be both liberating and disorienting. We discuss and explore the complexities of body image as th...
Read our companion blog post on this topic. This episode provides a guide to maintaining weight loss after using GLP-1 medications. We emphasize that while these medications are effective tools, sustained success requires a multifaceted approach. Key strategies highlighted include continuing medication at a maintenance dose under medical supervision, adopting a sustainable diet focused on whole foods, protein, and fiber, engaging in regular physical activity including strength training, and...
Why Reducing Visceral Fat with GLP-1s is a Game Changer for Metabolic Health Read our comprehensive blog post on this topic. The presence of excess visceral fat, often "hidden" deep within the abdomen, poses a significant and often underestimated threat to long-term health. It is far more than an issue of weight; it is an active contributor to serious conditions such as type 2 diabetes, heart disease, liver disease, and potentially even dementia. Understanding its dangers is the first step to...
Follow GLP-1 news and trends on the GLP1Tribe.com web site. GLP-1 medications were cited as a main example today when Trump signed an executive order saying people in the US should pay the same price to pharma companies as what people in other countries pay for the same medications. I have to agree with the main point in that there hasn't been a great explanation for patients about why people in the US have to pay 5 times as much as people in other countries for the exact same medicat...
Read our comprehensive guide to getting insurance coverage and winning insurance appeals. We created this episode because getting insurance coverage and winning denial appeals can be overwhelming, frustrating, and confusing. Wegovy and Zepbound can costs thousands of dollars a year if you don't get coverage so the stakes are high in getting this coverage many patients. Key Takeaways: Wegovy and Zepbound offer significant clinical benefits, including substantial weight loss...
Getting enough fiber is a key to getting good results on a weight loss journey. In this episode we emphasizes that fiber is an essential nutrient when taking GLP-1 medications like Wegovy, Zepbound, Ozempic, or Mounjaro, going beyond simply managing side effects. It explains that fiber is the indigestible part of plants that benefits digestion, helping to counteract potential constipation caused by these medications and even aiding in blood sugar control and heart health. This episode...
Guide to Starting GLP-1 Medications This episode provides a detailed guide for individuals starting GLP-1 medications like Wegovy, Zepbound, Ozempic, and Mounjaro for weight management. We share 25 practical things people can do when starting on their health journey to better health to get the best results. View the GLP-1 Tribe blog post on this topic
GLP-1 Weight Loss Medication Lab Tests Guide This episode emphasizes the importance of laboratory testing beyond simply tracking weight on a scale when using GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, Zepbound or Wegovy. It highlights that these medications transform metabolic systems, and bloodwork provides critical insight into how the body is responding and if the medication is working correctly. The guide details essential lab tests covering glucose metabolism, liver and kidney function, elec...