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The Sulfur Burp Solution: Why Your Protein is Sitting Still (and How to Fix It!)
Let’s talk about the one side effect that nobody wants to mention at a dinner party, but almost everyone on a GLP-1 journey experiences at some point: sulfur burps. If you’ve ever woken up in the middle of the night feeling like there is a “rotting egg” sensation in your throat, you aren’t alone. Whether…
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The 5-Minute GLP-1 Breakfast: 30g Protein with Zero Prep (Perfect for Morning Nausea!)
If you are on a GLP-1 journey like I am, you know that mornings can be… complicated. Whether you are on Zepbound, Mounjaro, or Wegovy, that “morning fatigue” is real. There are days when the thought of standing over a stove to scramble eggs feels like running a marathon, and the “food ick” makes a…
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Eli Lilly’s New Weight Loss Pill: Why I’m Not Planning on Switching from My Tirzepatide Injections Just Yet
Weight loss maintenance is a journey that doesn’t have a “finish line.” If you are like me, navigating the world of GLP-1 medications like Zepbound or Mounjaro (tirzepatide), you know that the “maintenance phase” is where the real work—and the real anxiety—often begins. Recently, a buzz-worthy news release caught everyone’s attention. Eli Lilly released data…
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Breaking Plateaus: The Powerful Next-Gen Medicines I’m Watching for in 2026
If you have been following my journey, you know I am all about “Royal Living Meets Real Life.” And let’s be honest—part of that real life is acknowledging that while our current tools like Mounjaro and Wegovy are miracles, they aren’t magic wands that work forever. We have all been there: you are doing everything…
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Switching from Zepbound to Compounded Tirzepatide (7 Things You Need to Know)
Hi Besties! If we haven’t met yet, welcome to the table. I’m Elizabeth, the Countess of Shopping. Over the last three years, I have lost over 113 pounds using GLP-1 medications—specifically Mounjaro and Zepbound. Currently, I am in maintenance mode (just waiting on that loose skin surgery consultation!), but recently, I made a major switch.…
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Thanksgiving Weight Loss & GLP-1 Guide: Navigating Holiday Meals and Family Questions
Hi, my dears! As a fellow traveler on this beautiful, sometimes challenging, journey toward better health, I know the anxiety that can creep in as the Thanksgiving holidays approach. It’s supposed to be a time of warmth, connection, and joy, but for those of us who have worked hard to lose weight, it can feel…
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The “GLP-1 No-Go Foods” List: Skipping Nausea & Diarrhea on Your GLP-1 Journey
Hi, gorgeous friends! It’s Elizabeth, the Countess of Shopping, and I’m so excited to dive into a topic that’s truly crucial for all of us rocking this GLP-1 journey (Zepbound/Mounjaro, Wegovy/Ozempic or compounded Tirzepatide/Semaglutide). As someone who’s lost over 113 pounds, I’ve learned that feeling great isn’t just about what you can have—it’s about knowing…
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The Restart Reset: Finding Grace and Momentum After a Break from Your GLP-1 Journey
To all who are navigating the twists and turns of a weight management journey, I see you. We all start a health regimen with the best intentions, see incredible progress, and then… life happens. Maybe it was a medication shortage, changes to your insurance, a necessary pause for health reasons, or simply a moment when…
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Maintenance Mode on GLP-1s: You’ve Reached Your Goal—Now What? The New Frontier of Weight Management 🤔
Hello, fabulous counts and countesses and wellness warriors! Take a moment to truly celebrate: You’ve reached your healthy goal weight, and that is a huge, well-deserved victory! 🎉 You put in the work, you embraced the lifestyle changes, and the GLP-1 medications—like Wegovy (semaglutide), Zepbound (tirzepatide), Ozempic (semaglutide), or Mounjaro (tirzepatide)—helped you get to this…
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Top 5 GLP-1 Recipes: From Our Kitchen to Yours
Hello, my dear friends! I’ve got a treat for you today. One of the most wonderful things about our GLP-1 Weight Loss Encouragement Group is the incredible community we’ve built. We share our struggles, our wins, and, most importantly, our delicious recipes! It’s so inspiring to see how creative and caring you all are, always…