Protein comes first
When you lose weight quickly, some of that loss can come from muscle if you are not careful. Protein is the guardrail. Build each meal around a protein source and eat that part first while your appetite is still there. Many people get full before the plate is clean, so front-loading protein means the most important nutrient actually gets eaten.
Water is not optional
GLP-1 medications slow digestion, which makes dehydration and constipation more likely. Drinking more than feels natural is one of the highest-impact habits you can build. Sip through the day rather than chugging at meals.
Small and steady beats big and occasional
A large meal on a medication that keeps food in your stomach longer is the fastest route to nausea. Smaller meals, more often, sit better.
Foods that tend to sit heavy
- Very greasy or fried foods are the most common nausea trigger.
- Rich, creamy dishes can feel like too much when digestion is slow.
- Alcohol hits differently and can worsen nausea. Go easy, especially early on.
The basics still apply
The medication quiets appetite. It does not choose your food for you. Vegetables, fiber, whole foods, and movement still do the heavy lifting for long-term results.
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