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Fatigue is one of the most underrated GLP-1 side effects. People talk about nausea all the time. They talk about constipation, appetite changes, and the “my stomach suddenly hates lettuce” phase. But fatigue sits in the background, confusing new users because it doesn’t feel like normal tiredness. It hits harder and stranger, sometimes to the point where you wonder if you’ve developed sudden-onset narcolepsy. If you’ve been on a GLP-1 and found yourself falling asleep in the

The fear of needles is called trypanophobia, and it's something you can overcome, especially if you want to get in on the GLP-1 craze. Medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Zepbound are offered in a short format, either as an autoinjector pen or in a vial (Zepbound). Until oral GLP-1s get approved, the only way you'll get access to the GLP-1 meds is by facing your fear of needles. We get asked this question a lot at GLP-1 Newsroom, and as the editor-in-chief, I can tell you t

Read any GLP-1 Reddit forum and you’ll see it fast: GLP-1 etiquette is basically nonexistent. People ask wildly personal questions, make assumptions, offer unsolicited advice, and comment on plates, bodies, and hunger cues like it’s casual small talk. Now take that energy and put it at a holiday dinner table. Yeah. Exactly. Some people will be well-meaning. Some will be nosy. Some will be very proud of their “opinions.” And if this is your first holiday season on a GLP-1, whe

Everyone loves hearing about the dramatic weight loss from GLP-1 medications like Wegovy and Ozempic. But there’s a consistent downside: nausea, vomiting, and gastrointestinal issues hit many users early on. Researchers are now digging deep into ways to keep the metabolic benefits while reducing or eliminating those side effects. In fact, three weeks ago, one of my best friends started taking tirzepatide. I had prepared her for all of the potential side effects. Two days afte

At least one in ten Americans uses a GLP-1 like Wegovy or Zepbound. That means there's a chance you'll need a gift guide for the GLP-1 user in your life. Not only does a gift that matches their lifestyle goals help you show support, but it also helps avoid some potentially awkward gift encounters. I came up with the idea for this blog after Halloween, when a colleague came in and said, "I heard you like M&Ms. Here you go!" and dropped a pumpkin full of mini-bags on my desk. W

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

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

GLP-1 patches are having a moment online, promising all the benefits of Ozempic without the needle. Sounds great, right? Except… there’s...

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...

Beef organ supplements are having a moment, showing up in everything from “ancestral wellness” routines to TikTok supplement stacks. They...

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...

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.

Most people taking GLP-1s are well aware of the potential benefits and risks of side effects. However, I was relieved to see several...

I keep seeing questions about frozen semaglutide and frozen tirzepatide, usually after someone makes a mistake like leaving it in the car...

You may have seen the headlines about Eli Lilly’s orforglipron outperforming Novo Nordisk’s oral semaglutide. On the surface, it sounds...

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...

Most people know that GLP-1 medications can cause gastrointestinal issues. Constipation gets mentioned about as often as diarrhea, so I...

The FDA just gave the green light for Wegovy (semaglutide) to treat metabolic-associated steatohepatitis (MASH) in adults with moderate...

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...

The GLP‑1 craze isn’t slowing down. Between Zepbound, Ozempic, Wegovy, and other meds in this class, people everywhere are suddenly...