Your GLP-1 Nutrition Roadmap: Recap & Next Steps
We've covered a lot over the past few weeks — so let's bring it all together. Whether you've been following along from the start or you're just joining us, here's your roadmap for eating well on a GLP-1.
Avoiding Nutrient Gaps While on a GLP-1
We've talked a lot about how we eat less overall on a GLP-1. Now let's focus on what that means for your nutrient intake — and how to make sure those smaller amounts of food still cover your body's needs.
Constipation, Bloating, and Gut Comfort on a GLP-1
Constipation and bloating are some of the other most common side effects people experience on a GLP-1.
Why does this happen?
Protecting Muscle Mass While Losing Weight on a GLP-1
Let's tackle something that doesn't get talked about enough: muscle.
As we lose weight it can be easy (and hopeful) to assume it's all fat. But weight loss — especially more rapid weight loss — can include muscle too. The good news is that with a few intentional choices, you can protect it.
Managing Nausea and Early Fullness on a GLP-1
If you've started a GLP-1 medication and felt queasy or uncomfortably full after just a few bites, you're not alone. Nausea and early fullness are some of the most common side effects — they are more likely to happen in the first few days after starting or with each dose increase.
