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Did You Get Eye Floaters After Starting Ozempic or Zepbound?
While most eye floaters are harmless, they can be annoying. In rare cases, a signal that something more serious is going on. Here’s what you should know about how GLP-1 medications might affect your eyes.

Jennifer Hardy
May 254 min read


How to Safely Dispose Needles from GLP-1 Pens or Vials
If this is your first time using injectable medications like GLP-1s, it's tempting to toss the needle or pen in the trash after use. Don’t. Knowing how to safely dispose of needles after your weekly dose is vital for safety and legality.

Jennifer Hardy
May 255 min read


Always Feeling Cold on Ozempic or Zepbound? Here’s What’s Really Going On
If you’ve started taking Ozempic, Wegovy, Zepbound, or Mounjaro and suddenly feel like you can’t warm up, welcome to the club. Feeling...

Jennifer Hardy
May 246 min read


Zepbound Users Swear By These Healthy Snacks that Travel Well
Looking for healthy Zepbound-friendly snacks you can stash in your bag, car, or desk drawer? Users on Zepbound (tirzepatide) often...

Jennifer Hardy
May 245 min read


How to Stop Bloating on a GLP-1 Diet (+A Quick Fix for Worst Case Scenarios)
If you’re riding the GLP-1 wave and wondering why your stomach feels like a balloon animal, you’re not alone. Bloating is one of the most common complaints—and luckily, it’s one you can do something about. The key to stopping bloating is breaking some old habits and introducing some new solutions as your gut bacteria work to adapt.

Jennifer Hardy
May 234 min read


Best 30g+ Protein Shakes for GLP-1 Diets in 2025
If you’ve just started a GLP-1 medication or are getting ready to start, you need to prepare for a loss of appetite. At the same time, proper nutrition is more important than ever. Protein is a critical source to preserve muscles and keep fat burning instead of muscles. This is when the best protein shakes can seriously help.

Jennifer Hardy
May 234 min read


Which GLP-1 Can Impact Oral Birth Control for Women?
How GLP-1 Receptor Agonists Affect Contraceptive Effectiveness—and What to Do About It If you’re on or considering a GLP-1 medication...

Jennifer Hardy
May 215 min read


Can You Drink Soda on GLP-1s like Ozempic and Zepbound?
If you're thinking about starting a GLP-1 medication for obesity, like Wegovy or Zepbound, you’ve probably started researching what has...

Jennifer Hardy
May 214 min read


The New 2025 Guidelines That Finally Address Weight Stigma
If you've ever felt judged at the doctor's office, this is the update you've been waiting for. How healthcare professionals talk about...

Jennifer Hardy
May 206 min read


Can You Take GLP-1s (Ozempic/Zepbound) While Breastfeeding?
This question comes from one of the GLP-1 Newsroom readers. She wants to start back up on Ozempic after she gives birth, but can she take Ozempic while breastfeeding?
I decided to do some digging and get all the information in one place to help other moms-to-be looking to rejoin their health program as soon as it is safe for momma and baby.

Jennifer Hardy
May 194 min read


Finally: A GLP-1 Explainer That Makes Sense (And Doesn’t Waste Your Time)
Maybe you’ve heard of Ozempic or Zepbound in passing—on the news, in a group chat, or from a coworker who “just isn’t hungry anymore.”...

Jennifer Hardy
May 197 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
May 146 min read


Is Your Metabolism in Trouble? Let’s Talk Metabolic Syndrome
You’ve probably heard the term metabolic syndrome tossed around lately—on wellness podcasts, in doctors’ offices, even on TikTok. It sounds serious (it is), but also vague (it kind of is). Is it diabetes? A slow metabolism? Is it just another name for being overweight? Not exactly.
In this article, we'll explore what metabolic syndrome is, its risk factors

Jennifer Hardy
May 1310 min read


The GLP-1 Map: Where Your State Stands in the GLP-1 Peptide Revolution
You can't turn a corner or scroll a social media site without seeing an ad or a post about someone taking GLP-1 meds like Ozempic or Wegovy. Most research shows one in eight people have tried them or is currently on them. Now, a new GLP-1 map shows a state-by-state breakdown of how many people are using these medications.

Jennifer Hardy
May 1110 min read


How GLP-1s Change Shopping Habits | The Consumer Shift You Can't Ignore
The way people eat is changing—and it’s not just another wellness trend. GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Zepbound are rewriting the...

Jennifer Hardy
May 98 min read


Move Over Ozempic Face. Now GLP-1 Users Face 'Ozempic Feet'!
First, it was “Ozempic face”—that gaunt, hollowed look some people noticed after rapid weight loss on semaglutide. Then came the neck,...

Jennifer Hardy
May 65 min read


Novo Nordisk Hits Bullseye with CVS Caremark, Leaving Lilly Out
In a major shake-up that’s bound to impact millions of patients, CVS Caremark is cutting ties with Eli Lilly’s weight loss drug Zepbound—and making Novo Nordisk’s Wegovy the go-to GLP-1 for obesity treatment. If your insurance runs through CVS Caremark, here’s what’s changing, why it’s happening, and what you should do next.

Jennifer Hardy
May 54 min read


Sleep, Interrupted: GLP-1s Might Be the Wake-Up Call Your Body Needed
It turns out, sleep apnea is one of the many benefits science is exploring for GLP-1 agonists. While Zepbound got the first nod for OSA, there's a world of sleep standing between you and taking GLP-1s.

Jennifer Hardy
May 47 min read


Oral Semaglutide and Tirzepatide: The Future of GLP-1s
The landscape of diabetes and obesity management is on the cusp of a significant transformation, driven by the development of oral...

Jennifer Hardy
May 26 min read


WHO May Back GLP-1s for Obesity—Here’s What That Really Means
The World Health Organization (WHO) is getting ready to make a move that could reshape how the world handles obesity. For the first time,...

Jennifer Hardy
May 23 min read
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