Charts & Trends
GLPea's charts help you visualize your progress and spot patterns. Here's how to read and use them effectively.
Weight Chart
The primary chart most users focus on.
Elements
| Element | What It Shows |
|---|---|
| Data points | Each logged weight as a dot |
| Line | Connects your weight measurements |
| Trend line | Smoothed average (reduces noise) |
| Goal line | Your target weight (if set) |
| Starting point | First logged weight |
Reading the Chart
- Y-axis: Weight (in your chosen units)
- X-axis: Time (dates)
- Tap a point: See exact weight and date
Understanding Trends
Downward trend: Weight decreasing over time (typical goal) Flat trend: Weight stable (plateau or maintenance) Upward trend: Weight increasing (may warrant review)
The Trend Line
The dashed trend line smooths out daily fluctuations. Focus on this line rather than individual points for a clearer picture.
Dose Timeline
Visual history of your injections.
What You See
- Markers for each logged dose
- Vertical lines showing dose changes
- Labels indicating dose amounts
- Gaps showing missed or unlogged periods
How to Use It
- Correlate dose timing with weight changes
- See how consistent your injection schedule is
- Identify if dose increases affect your metrics
Water Intake Chart
Track hydration patterns over time.
Daily View
- Bar chart showing each day's total
- Goal line (if you've set a daily goal)
- Color coding: Green (met goal), Yellow (close), Red (low)
Weekly View
- Average daily intake per week
- Trend showing if you're drinking more or less over time
Symptom Charts
Visualize how side effects change over time.
Frequency Chart
Shows how often you log each symptom:
- Which symptoms occur most
- Whether frequency is increasing or decreasing
Severity Trends
For symptoms you rate:
- Average severity over time
- Are side effects getting milder as your body adjusts?
Injection Site Map
A visual body map showing where you've injected.
What You See
- Heat map style visualization
- More color = more injections in that area
- Recent sites highlighted
How to Use It
- Ensure you're rotating properly
- Identify if you favor one area
- Plan where to inject next
Customizing Chart Views
Time Range
Select from:
- 1 Week
- 1 Month
- 3 Months
- 6 Months
- 1 Year
- All Time
Shorter ranges show more detail; longer ranges show bigger trends.
Zoom and Pan
- Pinch to zoom into a specific time period
- Swipe left/right to move through time
- Double-tap to reset zoom
Data Points
- Tap any point to see exact values
- Press and hold for more options
- Swipe between data types
Interpreting Your Charts
What's "Normal"?
Weight fluctuations: 2-5 lbs daily is normal Weekly weight loss: 0.5-2 lbs/week is typical on GLP-1 Plateaus: Common and don't mean medication isn't working
Red Flags to Discuss with Doctor
- Rapid weight loss (more than 3 lbs/week consistently)
- Rapid weight gain while on medication
- Symptoms that worsen instead of improve
Correlation vs. Causation
Charts show patterns, but many factors affect health:
- Dose timing correlation with weight
- Symptom patterns around injection days
- Hydration effects on how you feel
Use insights as discussion points with your provider, not diagnoses.
Exporting Charts
Screenshot
Take a screenshot for quick sharing:
- Position the chart view you want
- Press Side + Volume Up
- Find in Photos
PDF Export
For formal reports:
- Settings → Export Health Data or Provider Report
- Charts included in the PDF
- Professional formatting for medical visits
Troubleshooting
Charts Not Loading
- Ensure you have data logged
- Pull down to refresh
- Check internet connection
- Try closing and reopening the app
Data Looks Wrong
- Verify your logged data in History
- Check unit settings (lbs vs kg, oz vs ml)
- Look for outlier entries that may need correction
Charts Too Crowded
- Select a shorter time range
- Zoom in on the area of interest
- Use filters to show specific data types