My GLP-1 Journey with Zepbound and How Biocare Saved My Gut & Gains I’m not here to sell a miracle — I’m here to tell you the truth. I started Zepbound in March after five years of fighting a body that refused to budge. Infertility. Endometriosis. Adenomyosis. A total hysterectomy...
Body Positivity and GLP-1 Weight Loss: Navigating a New Relationship with Yourself — By Katie Chapmon, MS, RD If you’re using a GLP-1 medication to support weight loss, you may find yourself feeling excited and proud… but also unsettled, self-conscious, or even uncomfortable with the new attention you receive. That’s...
Biocare’s First GLP-1 Meetup in Philadelphia: A Day of Empowerment, Connection & Celebration On September 13, 2025, Biocare hosted something truly special our first-ever GLP-1 community meetup in the heart of Philadelphia. And wow... what a day it was! A Space Where Everyone Felt Seen and Heard From the moment the...
GLP-1 Medications and Your Long-Term Relationship with Food — Dawn M. Sweet, Ph.D. Discover how GLP-1 medications quiet cravings, reshape your relationship with food, and open the door to lasting, mindful eating habits — even after the medication ends. GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, and Zepbound are making an...
Shots, Not Shame: Why Serena Williams’ GLP-1 Journey Matters When news broke that Serena Williams — one of the greatest athletes of all time — was stepping forward as a spokesperson for GLP-1 medications, the internet had a lot to say. Unfortunately, much of the conversation turned negative. Critics were...
If you're taking GLP-1 weight loss medications — or thinking about it — you're not alone. Join us for a special in-person event designed just for you. Biocare Nutrition is hosting a GLP-1 Community Meetup to bring together individuals navigating life on (and after) GLP-1s. Whether you're managing side effects,...
Ozempic May Change More Than Your Body — What About Your Personality? — Dawn M. Sweet, Ph.D. If you’ve spent any time scrolling through social media, browsing online forums, or reading health news, chances are you’ve come across the term “Ozempic Personality.” But what exactly does it mean? Although...
GLP-1 Medications and the Gut Microbiome: The Importance of Probiotics — Dawn M. Sweet, Ph.D. A microbiome might sound like something from science fiction, but it is an ecosystem inside our gut (intestines), and it consists of microorganisms that are unique to each person. Inherited at the time we are...
GLP-1 Medications May Help Women with Polycystic Syndrome (PCOS) — Dawn M. Sweet, Ph.D. Women with PCOS are finding new hope with GLP-1 medications — but nutrition matters more than ever. Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal disorder that affects approximately six to 13 percent of women of...
The link between GLP-1s and mental health remains unclear amid conflicting evidence. According to research, GLP-1s are related to depression, anxiety, changes in mood, suicidal ideation; however, there is also research to suggest that there is not an increased chance for an adverse psychiatric event in adults taking a...
Have you noticed more hair in your brush or shower drain since starting a GLP-1 medication like Ozempic or Zepbound? If so, you’re not alone. Many people taking GLP-1s worry that their weight loss treatment might be causing hair loss. While there does appear to be a connection, the...
GLP-1 medications do not directly cause dehydration, but they may have an indirect effect due to their appetite-suppressing and gastrointestinal (GI) side effects. Proper hydration is essential for overall well-being. When the body is well hydrated, the risk of dehydration and its negative health consequences is reduced, and bodily systems...
Discover what happens when you stop taking GLP-1 medications, the potential effects on your health, and expert strategies to manage withdrawal and maintain your weight and well-being. Unequivocally, GLP-1 medications like Ozempic have helped many adults lose weight and control blood glucose levels. GLP-1 medications mimic a naturally occurring hormone...
Many people are familiar with the concept of microdosing when it comes to psychedelic drugs—but a new trend is emerging in the world of weight loss and weight management: microdosing GLP-1 medications. But what exactly does it mean to microdose a GLP-1 medication? GLP-1 microdosing involves off-label, fractional use...
While GLP-1s are not approved for fertility treatment, their ability to promote weight loss and improve insulin sensitivity may help restore ovulation and menstrual regularity in women with obesity—though they should not be taken during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. If you’ve been following the news recently or if you’ve...
Considering a GLP-1 nutrition companion is important because it could help offset some of the negative health and wellbeing consequences associated with weight loss medication. GLP-1 RA medications are designed to help patients control their blood sugar and lose weight. These medications have an appetite-suppressing effect, which is one...
