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
Do You Need Carbohydrates on a GLP-1? (Yes — Here’s Why From a Dietitian on a GLP-1)
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If you’ve been told carbs are “bad” or that you need to cut them out to lose weight on a GLP-1, this episode is your reminder that carbohydrates are not the enemy.
In this episode, Registered Dietitian, Certified Personal Trainer, and GLP-1 Bestie Gianna Beasley breaks down why carbohydrates matter, how they support energy, blood sugar, digestion, workouts, and overall health, and why cutting them out completely can backfire — especially while taking a GLP-1 medication.
Gianna explains the difference between simple and complex carbohydrates, why fiber is so important, how to pair carbs with protein and fat for better blood sugar balance, and why your relationship with carbohydrates may need both nutrition support and mindset work.
In This Episode, We Cover:
- Why carbohydrates are your body’s preferred source of fuel
- What carbs actually are and where they show up in your diet
- The difference between simple carbs and complex carbs
- How carbohydrates impact blood sugar and insulin
- Why fruits, vegetables, whole grains, beans, and legumes are carbohydrate sources
- Why fiber matters for digestion, cholesterol, blood sugar, and fullness
- Why cutting carbs can increase the risk of low energy, dizziness, nausea, hair loss, and nutrient gaps
- How GLP-1 medications can impact digestion and blood sugar response
- How to pair carbs with protein and fat for more stable blood sugar
- Why carbs can support workouts, strength, recovery, and muscle retention
- Simple ways to add more balanced carbohydrates into meals and snacks
Reminders From This Episode:
Carbohydrates are not bad — they serve a purpose in your body.
You do not need to cut out fruit, vegetables, whole grains, or fiber-rich carbs to be successful on a GLP-1.
The goal is not to fear carbs. The goal is to learn how to use them in a way that supports your energy, digestion, blood sugar, workouts, and long-term health.
💖 WAYS TO WORK WITH ME
If you’re tired of guessing what to eat, overwhelmed by conflicting advice, or trying to protect your muscle while losing weight…
✨ Join The GLP-1 Circle — my membership for support, strategy, and community
✨ Apply for 1:1 Coaching for high touch, personalized nutrition and fitness guidance aka the ultimate bestie experience
Book a one time consult with me here (Use code PODCAST for a discount)
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Connect with Me:
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Website: https://www.giannabeasley.com/
**Disclaimer: This episode and this podcast are not medical advice, consult with your own pr...