GLP-1 Articles

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GLP-1s, Body Autonomy & Life Beyond the Scale

Bruce Sturgell of Chubstr shares his honest GLP-1 experience, body autonomy philosophy, and GobyMeds review in Episode 1 of The Dose podcast.

Restarting Your Weight Loss Journey? Why "Stocking Up" at a High Dose Can Be a Dangerous Shortcut

Restarting semaglutide or tirzepatide after a break? Learn why jumping back to a high dose is dangerous and how to safely titrate your medication for long-term success with GobyMeds.

Silencing the Noise: How GLP-1 Medications Help Break the Cycle of Emotional Eating

Struggling with emotional eating? Discover how GLP-1 medications like Semaglutide and Tirzepatide silence 'food noise' and target brain chemistry for lasting weight loss.

"Ozempic Face": Is It Real and Should You Worry?

Is "Ozempic Face" a real side effect? Learn the truth about this viral weight loss phenomenon. We bust the myth: it's not the drug attacking your face, but rapid weight loss. Discover how to protect your facial volume and skin's glow with a medically supervised, healthy weight loss pace, protein, and hydration.

Do GLP-1 Patches Work?

GLP-1 patches are gaining attention as a needle-free alternative for weight loss and diabetes treatment, but do they really work? Here’s what to know about how these patches compare to traditional GLP-1 injections, their effectiveness, and whether they’re currently available.

Is My Tirzepatide Not Working? Understanding Doses, Timelines, and Maximizing Results

If you think tirzepatide isn’t working, don’t panic. Discover common reasons for slow progress, how to spot non-scale wins, and when to talk to your provider about adjusting your dose.

Considering the "Gray Market" for Semaglutide or Tirzepatide?

Understand the risks of purchasing semaglutide or tirzepatide from gray market sources. Learn how medical oversight, licensed pharmacies, and valid prescriptions protect your health through GobyMeds’ safe, regulated process.

Understanding a Compounded Tirzepatide Dosing Schedule

Learn how compounded tirzepatide dosing works—from starting dose to maintenance—with GobyMeds’ patient-first, medically guided approach.

Understanding a Compounded Semaglutide Dosing Schedule

Discover how a personalized compounded semaglutide dosing schedule works. GobyMeds creates custom doses to help you better tolerate treatment and reach your goals.

The Right Pace: Why Losing Weight Too Fast Can Do More Harm Than Good

Did you know that losing weight too quickly can actually lead to some negative side effects? Learn more and how to avoid these risks here!

The GLP-1 Slump: Your Guide to Overcoming Fatigue and Boosting Energy

Struggling with fatigue on compounded semaglutide or tirzepatide? Discover why the “GLP-1 slump” happens and 5 tips to boost your energy.

Your First Month on a GLP-1 Medication

Starting compounded semaglutide or tirzepatide? Here’s your first-month guide - what to expect, common side effects, and tips to ease the transition.