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EPISODE · Aug 31, 2026 · 29 MIN

How Do You Know If You're Eating Enough on a GLP-1?

from Your GLP-1 Bestie · host Gianna Beasley

Are 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 the point. But there's an important difference between having a reduced appetite and not adequately nourishing your body.Maybe you're rarely hungry anymore. Maybe you get to the end of the day and realize you've barely eaten. Or maybe the scale is moving quickly, so you've assumed that eating as little as possible means your medication is "working."In this episode, Registered Dietitian and GLP-1 expert Gianna breaks down how to recognize when your intake may be too low, why eating enough still matters during weight loss, and practical ways to nourish yourself when your appetite has practically disappeared.Because your GLP-1 may reduce your appetite—but it doesn't reduce your body's need for nutrition.In this episode, you'll learn:How to tell if you may not be eating enough on a GLP-1Why having no appetite isn't necessarily the goalSigns that may warrant a closer look at your nutritionWhy fatigue, weakness, dizziness, constipation, and hair changes can sometimes be clues—but can also have other causesWhy eating only once or twice a day can make meeting your nutrition needs difficultWhy faster weight loss isn't automatically better weight lossHow under-fueling can affect energy, muscle, recovery, and nutrient intakeWhy protein isn't the only nutrient that mattersHow to create regular eating opportunities when hunger cues are quietEasy foods to reach for when you don't feel like eatingWhen low appetite or GI side effects deserve a conversation with your healthcare providerEmerging evidence and professional guidance increasingly emphasize maintaining adequate protein, fiber, micronutrients, hydration, and muscle health as intake falls during GLP-1 treatment. 💖 WAYS TO WORK WITH MEIf 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 experienceBook 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...

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Are 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 the point. But there's an important difference between having a reduced appetite and not adequately nourishing your body. Maybe you're rarely hungry anymore. Maybe you get to the end of the day and realize you've barely eaten. Or maybe the scale is moving quickly, so you've assumed that eating as little as possible me...

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