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.

File it under "you know someone is true friend when," category, but when the infamous sulphur burps of a GLP-1 diet hit me, I had to know...

If you’re on a GLP-1 medication like semaglutide or tirzepatide, chances are your stomach has some thoughts about it. Maybe it’s the sudden nausea, the infamous "sulfur burps," or that weirdly full feeling after just a few bites. As more people turn to these meds for weight loss or blood sugar control, a new question is popping up: can probiotics or digestive enzymes help with the GLP-1 side effects?

Before I started taking Zepbound in January 2025, I did weeks of research to find out what it would take to seize this moment and reshape my poor relationship with food. As a newly 50 year old woman in the throws of perimenopause, I had no time to lose. Here’s a breakdown of the most important vitamins and minerals to keep on your radar, especially if you’re trying to minimize GLP-1 side effects and get the most from your journey.

If you're on a GLP-1 medication like Ozempic, Wegovy, or Zepbound, you already know these drugs can do a number on your appetite—and your...