Is Your GLP-1 Dose Too High? 7 Signs to Watch For

Is your GLP-1 dose too high? A higher dose is not automatically better. Semaglutide and tirzepatide work best at the dose that helps you reach your goals while still letting you eat, drink, function and feel like yourself. In this episode, I walk through 7 signs your GLP-1 dose may be too high for your body, why the old "move up every month" titration approach doesn't fit everyone, and why your dose should be judged by how you feel and function, not just the number on the scale. In this episode: Why so many people were titrated up every single month What the Wegovy and Zepbound prescribing information says about tolerability Nausea that keeps you from eating, drinking or functioning Repeated vomiting or trouble keeping fluids down Constipation or diarrhea that becomes a real problem Food aversion and barely being able to eat Feeling weak, dizzy or exhausted Losing strength and muscle Side effects that get worse with every dose increase Why returning hunger doesn't always mean you need a higher dose Symptoms that need prompt medical attention Chapters 00:00 How to tell if your GLP-1 dose is too high 00:35 Why so many people were moved up every month 01:32 What Wegovy and Zepbound prescribing info says now 02:21 Your dose should be personalized 02:34 Don't judge your dose by the scale 03:00 Sign 1: Nausea that stops you from functioning 04:22 Sign 2: Vomiting or trouble keeping fluids down 05:14 Sign 3: Constipation or diarrhea that becomes a problem 06:25 Sign 4: You can barely eat (food aversion) 08:04 Sign 5: Feeling weak, dizzy or exhausted 09:12 Sign 6: You're losing strength 10:22 Sign 7: Side effects get worse with every dose increase 11:13 Returning hunger doesn't mean you need a higher dose 11:57 Your rate of weight loss vs. your dose 12:47 Symptoms that need prompt evaluation 13:22 Talk to your provider before changing your dose 13:51 Low and slow: individualized GLP-1 dosing 14:30 Tell me your experience Interested in GLP-1s, peptides, hormones and metabolic health? Start here: link.joinbelle.com/betterliving (coupon code BELLE15) You'll find information on eligibility, available programs and next steps. Follow The Better Living PA so you don't miss new episodes on GLP-1 medications, peptides, perimenopause and menopause, weight loss, metabolic health and healthy aging. Watch on YouTube: @thebetterlivingPA All my links: linktr.ee/TiffanyBaileyPA Instagram: @betterliving\_pa TikTok: @betterlivingforeveryone Medical disclaimer: The information shared on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Listening to or watching these episodes does not create a provider-patient relationship. Always consult with your own qualified healthcare provider before starting, stopping, or changing any medication, supplement, peptide, treatment plan, or healthcare regimen.