Most people don’t think about muscle until they start losing it. And unfortunately, that can happen during weight loss — including when you’re using a GLP-1 medication — if protein intake is too low. Muscle loss is often blamed on GLP-1 medications themselves, but the medication isn’t the problem.Any form of rapid weight loss — no matter how it happens — can impact muscle mass if your body isn’t properly supported. What makes GLP-1s different is how dramatically they reduce appetite. When hunger drops, it becomes very easy to undereat protein without realizing it. And when protein is consistently too low, your body pulls from muscle. Why Muscle Matters During GLP-1 Weight Loss When you’re using a GLP-1, protecting … [Read more...] about Why Protein Matters on GLP-1 Medications (and How Much You Actually Need)
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Zepbound Side Effects: What’s Common, What Helps, and When to Ask for Support
If you’re considering Zepbound — or you’ve recently started — chances are you’ve Googled “Zepbound side effects” at least once. And honestly? That makes sense. Zepbound can be a powerful tool for appetite regulation and metabolic health. But like any medication that changes how your body works, it can come with side effects — especially early on. This post isn’t meant to scare you, diagnose you, or replace medical advice.My role as a health coach is different — and important. I help women navigate the day-to-day realities of being on a GLP-1 medication: how to eat, hydrate, pace themselves, and adjust habits so side effects are less intense and confidence stays high. Let’s talk about what’s common, what often helps, and when … [Read more...] about Zepbound Side Effects: What’s Common, What Helps, and When to Ask for Support
Weightless Book Review: What to Know Before Starting GLP-1s
Thinking About GLP-1s? This Book Might Help You Feel Less Alone If you’re curious about GLP-1 medications — or quietly wondering if they might be part of your future — you’re probably swimming in opinions. What’s often missing is a calm, medically sound, human explanation of what these medications actually are, who they help, and how to think about weight loss in a way that doesn’t rely on shame or extremes. That’s exactly what Weightless: A Doctor’s Guide to GLP-1 Medications, Sustainable Weight Loss, and the Health You Deserve by Rocio Salas‑Whalen delivers. This is not a hype book.It’s not a “miracle drug” manifesto.And it’s definitely not a diet plan in disguise. Instead, it’s a steady, reassuring guide — especially … [Read more...] about Weightless Book Review: What to Know Before Starting GLP-1s
What to Eat on GLP-1s (Like Zepbound) When Nothing Sounds Good
If you’re staring into the fridge thinking,“I know I should eat… but absolutely nothing sounds good,”—you’re definitely not alone. This comes up a lot for women on GLP-1 medications. Appetite can go quiet — especially after a dose increase. Food can feel unappealing. And yet, your body still needs fuel. So let’s talk about how to eat when desire is low but nourishment still matters. First: Reframe the Goal When nothing sounds good, the goal is not: The goal is simply:👉 Gentle nourishment that your body will accept. Think minimum effective dose. 🥣 Soft Foods + Easy Wins These foods tend to work well when appetite is low, digestion is slower, or nausea is hovering nearby. Soft, Neutral, … [Read more...] about What to Eat on GLP-1s (Like Zepbound) When Nothing Sounds Good