Maxine Laceby’s GLP-1 journey: nutrition, side effects and the creation of Sculpt Pro.

Absolute Collagen founder Maxine Laceby has chosen to speak openly about her GLP-1 journey. After starting in December 2024, she has spent over 2 years navigating the physical and emotional changes that can come with appetite suppression and rapid weight loss.

At 60, she reflects that she’s spent decades worrying about food. For her, GLP-1 medication reduced that constant mental noise. What she believes is often misunderstood, however, is where the real challenge lies.

“I'm done being quiet about this,” she says.

“I've been on my own GLP-1 journey since December 2024 - so just over 2 years. I'm 60, and I would say I've spent probably 2 decades of those 60 years constantly worrying about food.”

Reframing the GLP-1 conversation.

Maxine is clear that in her view, the issue is not the medication itself. The side effects arise when people aren’t eating enough and are missing essential nutrients.

Reduced appetite can mean lower protein intake, fewer micronutrients and inadequate fibre. Over time, that can contribute to unwanted side effects.

During her own journey, she experienced some reduction in skin elasticity , a degree of muscle loss and digestive problems. She notes that others report constipation, diarrhoea and struggles with hair health .

These experiences led her to look more closely at how nutrition could better support the body during a sustained calorie deficit.

“So, what people are really confused about is that it's not the GLP-1 that's the problem,” says Maxine.

“It’s the fact that people aren't eating enough and they're not getting the right nutrition that’s causing the side effects.”

The supplement overload.

As someone who works in the supplement industry, Maxine is aware that not all ingredients are created equal. She began taking multiple supplements in an attempt to cover hydration, gut health, muscle support and energy.

The routine became complex. She describes having to research which supplement to take and at what time of day. Timing, absorption and ingredient interaction all became considerations.

That level of complexity prompted a simple question to her team. Could there be a more structured system?

“I had to ask ChatGPT which supplement should I take at what time of day,” says Maxine.

“It was just so confusing. So I said to the team, can you just think about creating a system?

“Anyway, they have and I'm so excited – they’ve created Sculpt Pro.”

The creation of Sculpt Pro.

The result was Sculpt Pro - a 2-part AM and PM system designed to simplify nutritional support.

Your AM dose delivers precision ingredients like collagen , hyaluronic acid and electrolytes, when your body needs it most. Your PM dose delivers key nutrients like probiotics , creatine and magnesium for optimal absorption.

“I’m absolutely blown away by this product,” says Maxine.

“I wanted to create something that gives your body the complete nutritional supplement it needs to feel absolutely wonderful. At the end of the day, you want this body to be working for you and you need it to be firing on all cylinders - and that's what Sculpt Pro will give you.”

Supporting the body during weight loss.

Maxine’s message is grounded in 1 principle. The body carries you every day and needs to be supported to function well.

During a GLP-1 journey, appetite may decrease, but the body’s need for protein , fibre, hydration and micronutrients doesn’t. Addressing those needs can help manage common side effects and support skin, muscle and gut health .

By sharing her experience, Maxine aims to shift the focus from fear to informed support. Her GLP-1 journey became the catalyst for developing a structured approach to nutrition that aligns with the realities of reduced appetite.

The conversation around GLP-1 continues to evolve. For Maxine, it begins with ensuring the body receives what it needs to perform at its best.