Your GLP-1 Bestie
Your GLP-1 Bestie is a science-backed podcast and community for people navigating GLP-1 medications like Ozempic®, Wegovy®, Mounjaro®, Zepbound®, and compounded GLP-1s- without fear, shame, or misinformation.
Hosted by Gianna Beasley, a Registered Dietitian and Certified Personal Trainer who takes a GLP-1 herself, this podcast breaks down what’s actually happening in your body on a GLP-1 and how to support it with nutrition, movement, mindset, and real-life strategies.
Each episode covers topics like:
- How to eat on a GLP-1, including protein, carbohydrates, fiber, hydration, and managing side effects
- Weight loss, plateaus, and metabolic health
- Navigating food noise, appetite changes, and social pressure
- Insurance coverage, access, and long-term sustainability
- Separating evidence-based guidance from viral GLP-1 misinformation
and more!
Whether you’re just starting a GLP-1, currently on one, or supporting someone who is, Your GLP-1 Bestie is here to help you feel informed, supported, and confident advocating for your health.
Your GLP-1 Bestie
Just Started a GLP-1? What to Expect Month by Month (Realistic Timeline)
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Starting a GLP-1 like Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, or Zepbound and wondering… when is this actually supposed to start working?
If you’ve been scrolling social media and seeing dramatic before-and-afters, it can feel frustrating when your own progress feels slower. The truth is: GLP-1 medications are not designed for overnight results (and for many people, real momentum starts building a few months in).
In this episode, Registered Dietitian and GLP-1 expert Gianna Beasley breaks down exactly what to expect month by month on a GLP-1*, so you can stop second-guessing yourself and start focusing on what actually matters.
We’re covering:
- What happens during your first month on a GLP-1
- Why weight loss may be slow in the beginning
- When appetite suppression becomes more noticeable
- Why months 4–6 are often when progress starts to feel easier
- What’s normal vs what’s not when starting GLP-1 medications
- The biggest mistake people make in the early months
Whether you’re just starting Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, or Zepbound—or considering starting—this episode will help you set realistic expectations and feel more confident in your journey.
*We discuss average timelines and this may be slower or faster than what you are experiencing- so there's nuance to everything per usual. 😉
✨ The GLP-1 Circle Membership is open, available for all GLP-1 users, it's your hub for dietitian/personal trainer support on your GLP-1 journey with founding rates starting at $49/month! Learn more and join here! 🥳
✨ My GLP-1 Girlie group program is opening again late 2026. 💖 To get the only discounts and dibs on first spots, jump on the waitlist here: Join The Waitlist 🪩
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Website: https://www.giannabeasley.com/