Ep. 152 GLP-1 Muscle Loss: Why the Number on the Scale Is Lying to You (FUEL Using Protein Strategically)

The scale is moving. But is it telling you the whole story?On a GLP-1 in perimenopause or menopause, without the right nutrition underneath it, a significant portion of what you're losing may not be fat. In this episode I break down why muscle loss is the hidden problem nobody is talking about on GLP-1s, why under-eating protein keeps your body in protection mode, and what your protein actually needs to look like on this medication.This is Week 2 of the FUEL Method series.00:00 Show Intro01:10 GLP-1 Series Kickoff02:07 Scale vs Fat Loss03:23 Why Muscle Matters05:21 Protein as Stressor06:52 Quick GLP-1 Quiz Break07:34 Protein and Blood Sugar08:18 Track Your Real Intake12:42 Protein Targets and Portions15:44 Protein When Appetite Is Low17:43 Signs of Muscle Loss20:31 Wrap Up and Next Steps21:34 Podcast OutroCheck out the full show notes at https://cindistickle.com/podcast/ep-152-glp-1-muscle-loss-why-the-number-on-the-scale-is-lying-to-you-fuel-using-protein-strategicallyConnect with CindiBook a Metabolism Consultation: https://calendly.com/cindistickle/metabolism-consultationFree Peptide Guide: https://cindistickle.myflodesk.com/menopausepeptideguidepodcastTake the GLP-1 Symptom Quiz: https://cindistickle.com/glp-1-quiz