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How to Avoid GLP-1 Side Effects During Holiday Festivities
If you're taking a GLP-1 medication like Ozempic or Zepbound, you're likely facing a holiday season full of temptation at the table. Not only is there a risk you'll have no appetite for nostalgic foods, but there's also a risk of having more intense side effects by splurging. At GLP-1 Newsroom, we don't advise about how much to eat during the holidays. That's mostly because we plan to indulge as much as possible without derailing the plan. The most important thing is to avoid
Jennifer Hardy
Nov 29 min read


Your GLP-1 Thanksgiving Strategy Guide: How to Eat, Drink, and Be Wary (But Still Enjoy It)
If this is your first Thanksgiving on a GLP-1, you might already be rehearsing your plate in your head. The table is going to be covered in food, everyone is talking about “going back for seconds,” and your stomach is basically like, “We will be accepting five polite bites and then we’re done.” It can feel weird. You may not be hungry when everyone else is. Or you might want to taste everything because it’s tradition, but your body has no interest in nostalgia right now. That
Jennifer Hardy
Nov 110 min read


GLP-1 Patches: Breakthrough or Total Scam? What You Need to Know
GLP-1 patches are having a moment online, promising all the benefits of Ozempic without the needle. Sounds great, right? Except… there’s...
Jennifer Hardy
Oct 55 min read


How Fitness for GLP-1 Users Is Changing the Workout Landscape
A fundamental shift is underway in the fitness and wellness world, and it’s being fueled not by a new workout craze but by a class of...
Jennifer Hardy
Oct 36 min read


Do Beef Organ Supplements Help a GLP-1 Lifestyle?
Beef organ supplements are having a moment, showing up in everything from “ancestral wellness” routines to TikTok supplement stacks. They...
Jennifer Hardy
Sep 296 min read


I Lost 100+ Pounds on GLP-1s, So Why Does My Back Hurt?
Of all the things I expected when I went through a quick period of weight loss with Zepbound, having MORE back pain wasn't one of them. I...
Jennifer Hardy
Sep 245 min read


How to Travel With Ozempic (Wegovy, Zepbound, Mounjaro)
Several people have messaged the GLP-1 Newsroom recently about planning vacations and asking, "Can I travel with Ozempic/Zepbound?" or another GLP-1. The answer is a resounding, yes.
Whether you’re jetting off for a beach vacation or hitting the road to visit family, traveling with GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, or Zepbound requires a little planning—but it’s totally doable.
Jennifer Hardy
Sep 246 min read


Scent of a GLP-1 User: 5 Ways Body Odor Can Change
Most people taking GLP-1s are well aware of the potential benefits and risks of side effects. However, I was relieved to see several...
Jennifer Hardy
Sep 206 min read


My GLP-1 Froze: Is It Still Good?
I keep seeing questions about frozen semaglutide and frozen tirzepatide, usually after someone makes a mistake like leaving it in the car...
Jennifer Hardy
Sep 207 min read


Lilly Claims Victory Over Novo’s Oral Semaglutide: Here’s What That Really Means
You may have seen the headlines about Eli Lilly’s orforglipron outperforming Novo Nordisk’s oral semaglutide. On the surface, it sounds...
Jennifer Hardy
Sep 206 min read


My GLP-1 Pen Misfired; Now What? Three Things to Do Right Now
This topic fills the Reddit boards these days in the GLP-1 space. Usually, a new user of Ozempic, Wegovy, or Zepbound goes to administer...
Jennifer Hardy
Sep 165 min read


When Constipation Becomes a Crisis: What GLP-1 Users Need to Know
Most people know that GLP-1 medications can cause gastrointestinal issues. Constipation gets mentioned about as often as diarrhea, so I...
Jennifer Hardy
Sep 97 min read


Wegovy Approved for MASH: What the FDA’s New Decision Means
The FDA just gave the green light for Wegovy (semaglutide) to treat metabolic-associated steatohepatitis (MASH) in adults with moderate...
Jennifer Hardy
Aug 183 min read


Understanding Zepbound Vials: A Comprehensive Guide
The Basics of Zepbound Vials Whether you're a first-time user of vials or just switched to them from an autoinjector (or got left behind...
Jennifer Hardy
Jul 196 min read


Help! I Can't Get Enough Protein on My GLP-1 Diet!
The GLP‑1 craze isn’t slowing down. Between Zepbound, Ozempic, Wegovy, and other meds in this class, people everywhere are suddenly...
Jennifer Hardy
Jul 188 min read


Phenotyping: Could a Simple Test Predict Your Success Rate with GLP-1s?
As a Zepbound user, I'm what they call a "super responder." In six months, I lost about 100 pounds. Now, there are tests under a science...
Jennifer Hardy
Jul 186 min read


Heard About the GLP-1 Risk of GERD? Here's the Truth!
GERD is about as unpleasant as it sounds, and new research shows there could be an increased risk for it among certain people taking...
Jennifer Hardy
Jul 184 min read


Will Exploding Pills Be the Next-Gen of Semaglutide and Other GLP-1s?
GLP-1s like Wegovy and Zepbound exploded onto the health scene in the past few years. The injectable meds make a big health difference in...
Jennifer Hardy
Jul 84 min read


You Aren't Losing Weight on Wegovy or Zepbound. What Now?
You see all the before-and-after photos, the viral weight loss success stories, the "I lost 40 pounds in three months" reels. But that's...
Jennifer Hardy
Jul 66 min read


Starting Fitness on a GLP-1? Here’s What to Buy First
Starting a beginner fitness routine while on GLP-1s like Zepbound or Wegovy can feel overwhelming, especially if it’s been a while since...
Jennifer Hardy
Jul 36 min read
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