GLP-1s, Food & Muscle The Truth About Lasting Results Russ Powell

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Ozempic®, Wegovy®, Mounjaro®, Zepbound® they’re not brand-new, but at higher doses these medications are now being used beyond diabetes care. Yes, they can lower A1c, drive weight loss, and protect your heart and kidneys. But here’s what the headlines aren’t saying: up to 40% of the weight you lose could be lean mass.

In this episode of Blood Sugar Unfiltered, Russ Powell, MS, RD, LD, BC-ADM, CDCES, cuts through the hype and breaks down what it really takes to come out stronger and healthier, not just lighter on GLP-1s.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• The difference between semaglutide (GLP-1) and tirzepatide (dual-hormone).
• The real timeline: A1c improvements at 3, 6, and 12 months.
• Why muscle loss happens and how to prevent it.
• Specific food choices that make your medication work better (and foods that can derail it).
• Why resistance training is non-negotiable if you want to protect your metabolism and maintain results long-term.
• How GLP-1s may actually improve muscle quality and joint health if you fuel and move the right way.

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