GLP1 Menopause Journal

I am Melissa — a 62-year-old woman who lost 100 pounds, gained 50 back during menopause, and figured out GLP-1 the hard way. This is where I write about what actually works. No filters. No shortcuts. Just real talk for women after 45.

What Happens When You Stop Zepbound? The Honest Answer

What Happens When You Stop Zepbound? The Honest Answer

What Happens When You Stop Zepbound? The Honest AnswerMelissa
Published on: 07/30/2026

I lost 47 pounds on Zepbound and I am scared to stop. What the research says happens when you stop, and the plan I would use if I had to.

Menopause and GLP-1
GLP-1 Bone Loss in Menopause: My Next Step

GLP-1 Bone Loss in Menopause: My Next Step

GLP-1 Bone Loss in Menopause: My Next StepMelissa
Published on: 07/09/2026

I lost 47 pounds on Zepbound and never once asked about my bones. Here's the bone loss warning nobody told me, and what I'm doing now.

Menopause and GLP-1
HRT and Zepbound: What the Research Actually Says

HRT and Zepbound: What the Research Actually Says

HRT and Zepbound: What the Research Actually SaysMelissa
Published on: 06/04/2026

A Mayo Clinic study found women on HRT lost 35% more weight on tirzepatide. I was already on both. Here's what that means.

Menopause and GLP-1
GLP-1 Muscle Loss in Menopause: I Lost the Wrong Weight

GLP-1 Muscle Loss in Menopause: I Lost the Wrong Weight

GLP-1 Muscle Loss in Menopause: I Lost the Wrong WeightMelissa
Published on: 05/28/2026

I lost 47 pounds on Zepbound. But not all of it was fat. Here is what GLP-1 muscle loss looks like in menopause, and what I do about it now.

Menopause and GLP-1

Everything on this blog is based on my own personal experience as a woman navigating GLP-1 and menopause. I am not a doctor, dietitian, or medical professional. Nothing here should be taken as medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider before making changes to your diet, exercise, or medication routine.