By now, you’ve probably heard about GLP-1 medications. But did you know that what you eat can affect how much of these "magical" hormones your body makes?
Bitchin’ Sauce plays a vital role in naturally boosting your GLP-1 production. To appreciate the benefits, we first need to understand the basic physiology of these gut hormones.
GLP-1 is a natural peptide your body releases from the GI tract right after you eat. It acts as a messenger, telling your body how to process the food you just ate.
This message is what makes the new medications so incredibly popular for weight loss. It signals your brain to regulate appetite while slowing down how fast your stomach empties.
As a result, you feel full longer and your blood sugar stays more stable.
The most common medications classified as GLP-1 RAs are:
●       Semaglutide (Ozempic, Wegovy)
●       Terzepatide (Mounjaro, Zepbound), which also includes another hormone peptide called GIP along with GLP-1
I am not here to take shots at the medications themselves. This is about achieving that same response without the needles.


A Dietitian’s Take: How to Make More GLP-1s Naturally (and What “Natural GLP-1 Foods” Really Means)

Pharmaceutical ads often suggest you don’t make enough of these hormones. But that’s not really true.  Our bodies naturally know how to make GLP-1s. We just need to give them the right conditions to do so.

Your Body Already Knows How to Make GLP-1s

Your body works just fine. GLP-1s are made every day as a normal part of eating and digestion.
We’re not trying to hack your body or override its signals. Instead, we want to help your body make enough GLP-1s on its own by setting up the right conditions.
I don’t want you to ignore hunger or appetite cues. The real goal is to support your hormones so your meals feel satisfying naturally.
People who use medication to completely shut down hunger often have trouble eating at all. Many of them gain weight back quickly once they stop the medication.
Many people say they stop enjoying food while on these shots. Bitchin’ Sauce can help bring back that enjoyment.
This sauce adds enjoyment to your meals, even if you’re not very hungry.

“Natural GLP-1 Foods” Aren’t a Single Food, but a Pattern

No one food contains GLP-1s. When people say “naturally rich GLP-1 food,” they actually mean food that encourages your body to create more of the hormone.
The goal is to support your body’s natural signals, not override them. Functional medicine experts emphasize this difference.
We want to help your body make more GLP-1s naturally, instead of forcing a particular result.

Why This Matters for Real-Life Weight Loss

The term ‘GLP-1’ is now closely linked to weight loss. In reality, most diets fail because they focus too much on restriction.
Weight loss plans also fall short if they only focus on exercise. Experts agree that genetics and diet are the two biggest factors for managing metabolism.
Diets often fail because too much restriction leads to burnout. Without a sustainable approach, any benefits disappear once you stop.
GLP-1 medications are no exception. There’s a better, more lasting way than simply turning off hunger.
We should let our food choices guide our appetite, not let appetite control our choices. 
People who feel their best aren’t eating the least—they’re eating well. They eat in a way that supports their hormones, not fights them. That’s why food choices are so important.


The 3 Levers Related to Food That Support a Strong GLP-1 Hormone Response (Food First)

Even though there aren’t foods that contain GLP-1, what we eat still affects how much our bodies make. We can help by adjusting the mix of carbs, protein, and fats in our meals and snacks.
If you’re new to the term macronutrients, there are three main types: carbohydrates, protein, and fats. Let’s look at each one.

1) Carbs, Fiber + Gut fermentation (the unsung hero)

Fiber is getting a lot of attention lately, and for good reason. It helps regulate hormones, lower cholesterol, and makes you feel fuller.
Fiber supports GLP-1 production through a natural process called fermentation. This is when gut bacteria break down parts of food we can’t digest ourselves.
This fermentation process creates a short-chain fatty acid (SCFA). SCFAs directly stimulate a GLP-1 release.
This process starts soon after you eat and keeps you feeling full for hours. You might remember the old rhyme: “Beans, beans, they’re good for your heart.”
That rhyme hints at fermentation: fiber in beans leads to SCFAs, which help trigger GLP-1. Bitchin’ Sauce isn’t made from beans, but it is made from nuts.
Nuts are high in fiber and support these same gut processes. Fiber also fills you up and slows how fast your stomach empties.
This helps you feel full for longer. You only get fiber from foods with carbohydrates, but not all carbs are the same.
It’s important to choose fiber-rich foods like nuts and seeds. Almonds, a main ingredient in our sauce, have 25-30% of their carbs as fiber.
That’s similar to black beans and much higher than the 10-15% you get from whole grain bread.

2) Protein (satiety + gut hormone response)

If fiber is having a pop culture moment, protein has already lapped it and earned an EGOT. We know it as a building block for muscle and a tool to blunt blood sugar response.
However, protein is also directly related to GLP-1 peptide hormone secretion. Your body responds to protein in a dose-dependent way.
Meals high in carbs usually trigger less GLP-1. Meals with more protein lead to a much higher GLP-1 response.
Bitchin' Sauce has as much protein as it does net carbs. This balance helps your body make more GLP-1s.
Protein also helps you feel full longer by slowing how fast your stomach empties. Because your stomach breaks down protein, a protein-rich meal keeps you satisfied.

3) Healthy fats (primarily unsaturated fats)

The last macronutrient for GLP-1 support is fat. I want to reassure you that fat isn’t something to fear.
Fat is important for hormone signals, absorbing nutrients, and feeling full. When it comes to appetite, fats slow digestion and help meals feel more satisfying.
It’s best to choose fats that are high in monounsaturated and polyunsaturated types. This is where Bitchin’ Sauce fits well into a healthy diet.
Our sauces use nuts and oils that are rich in healthy fats. Almonds, for example, are high in monounsaturated fats, which research shows can help stimulate GLP-1.
If you remember just one thing from this section, let it be this:
Eating in a GLP-1 friendly way means supporting your body’s natural hormone production. The key is to combine fiber, protein, and healthy fats in each meal.
Bitchin’ Sauce makes this simple by adding flavor, without extra rules or restrictions.


Natural GLP-1 Enhancing Foods (Dietitian-Approved List)

Remember, no single food contains or makes GLP-1 peptides by itself. What matters is how we put meals together.
Let’s look at how to combine foods, with Bitchin’ Sauce as part of your meal.

Fiber Forward Foods (The Most Powerful Base)

Fiber is the foundation of GLP-1 friendly meals. Foods high in fiber include nuts, seeds, berries, and vegetables like broccoli.
Here are my real-life suggestions for incorporating them.
  1. Make a bowl with purpose: Start with a base like brown rice or quinoa. Add beans, sauteed vegetables, your protein of choice, and drizzle your favorite Bitchin’ Sauce on top.
  2. Build meals around vegetables: Try roasting cauliflower and adding our Pesto Bitchin’ Sauce on top. It’s a tasty and easy way to upgrade your dinner.
  3. Choose whole grains that look like the original plant, such as farro or barley. Mix in Hatch Bitchin’ Sauce for extra flavor—your friends and family will love it.
  4. Anchor each meal with a clear protein source: Consider fish, lean meats, eggs, or tofu. Consider the protein first, so you never skip it and find yourself hungry again an hour later.
If you don’t love the taste of plain protein, just add some Bitchin’ Sauce on top.

Don’t wait until dinner to eat protein: Grandma didn't mean sugary cereal when she said breakfast was substantial. She was talking about getting some hearty, savory goodness at the beginning of your day.

Starting your day with a savory meal helps prevent sugar cravings and overeating later.
Research consistently shows that a high-protein breakfast decreases overall calorie intake throughout the day.

Healthy Fat Foods (Satiety + Meal Staying Power)

As a child of the 90s, I heard the message loud and clear that fat was bad. As a dietitian, I can’t apologize enough for the damage this message has caused.
Fat isn’t bad. It helps you feel full and makes meals more satisfying.
Meals and snacks without fat often feel incomplete. Eating fat sends signals to your body that help trigger GLP-1 hormones and make you feel full.
It’s easy to overeat chips, but much harder to eat too much salmon. Fat helps you feel full and satisfied.
Use fat wisely instead of avoiding it. There’s room for moderation in any healthy diet. Choose nutrient-rich options like nuts, avocados, olives, and fatty fish.
Meals that include fiber, protein, and healthy fat naturally help control your appetite.


Why Bitchin’ Works So Well in a GLP-1-Friendly Weight Loss Pattern

There is no way to succeed long-term if we don’t choose sustainable patterns. Bitchin’ supports your health goals by increasing flavor while you implement these scientific methods.

Bitchin’ Sauce makes healthy meals something you actually crave.

The best plan is the one you can stick with. Diet culture often pushes extremes, but real health goals are more flexible. My most successful clients don't use "cheat days" because they enjoy their food every single day.
What if one grocery item could jazz up multiple meals with a super low lift? Bitchin’ Sauce does precisely that.
I currently have three different tub flavors and three squeezable bottles in my fridge. Talk about easy to implement and super accessible.

It helps you get the right mix for GLP-1 support, without needing a complicated recipe.

Bitchin’ is the gateway to making fiber-forward and protein-abundant meals instantly satisfying. Even the classic "broccoli, brown rice, and chicken" meal improves drastically with some sauce.
I’d argue it doesn’t take that extreme a measure to reach your goals. Bitchin’ Sauce is not a medication or a magical product.
It’s simply a practical way to make balanced, GLP-1 friendly meals taste great.