Ep311: How to Safely Wean Off GLP-1s (Without Losing Your Results)

In this episode, Tina addresses one of the most common questions about GLP-1: whether one needs to be on it forever. She shares her personal experience with microdosing GLP-1, the benefits she noticed in managing blood sugar issues, and why she decided to stop taking it. She includes insights into who should consider weaning off GLP-1, different strategies for tapering off, and the importance of a gradual approach to prevent rebound weight gain. She also covers signs of metabolic stability versus struggle during the transition, managing appetite and energy, and practical nutrition and lifestyle strategies to support the body through the weaning process. Tina also highlights consulting with a healthcare professional before making any changes to one's GLP-1 routine. Here’s what you’ll learn: - My experience with transitioning off a GLP - What weaning off a GLP-1 actually means - How long your taper should last and why slower is better - Options for tapering off and what to consider - Signs your metabolism is stabilizing vs. struggling during the transition - What to expect with appetite, cravings, and energy as your body recalibrates - Practical nutrition and lifestyle strategies to prevent rebound weight gain - Red flags that your body isn’t adjusting well and what to do about it EP302: My experience with microdosing a GLP-1: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep302-how-microdosing-a-glp-1-changed-my-appetite/id1539296304?i=1000724292470 Peptides for Women ($19): https://carrotsncake.com/offers/3Q7wttmr?coupon_code=PROTOCOL19 Get started via our telehealth partner: https://elliemd.com/tinahaupert Connect with Tina Haupert: https://carrotsncake.com/ Facebook: Carrots 'N' Cake https://www.facebook.com/carrotsncake Instagram: @carrotsncake https://www.instagram.com/carrotsncake YouTube: Tina Haupert https://www.youtube.com/user/carrotsncake About Tina Haupert: Tina Haupert is the owner of Carrots ‘N’ Cake as well as a Certified Nutrition Coach and Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner (FDN-P). Tina and her team use functional testing and a personalized approach to nutrition to help women find balance within their diets while achieving their body composition goals.