When you start a weight loss journey with the help of medication, you probably think about eating fewer calories, cutting carbs, or exercising more. But there is one nutrient that should always come first: protein.

You’re changing on the outside—so why does your brain feel stuck?

If you’ve started losing weight on GLP-1 medications like Semaglutide or Tirzepatide, your body might be shrinking, but your mind may not feel any different. This is more common than you think.

Weight loss is not just physical—it’s emotional and mental too. And often, your body changes faster than your self-image can keep up.