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An introduction to GLP-1 medication and nutrition

Dec 27, 2024

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Reduced appetite plus a balanced diet to lose weight

A healthy, balanced diet enhances the effectiveness of GLP-1 medication. It ensures your body receives essential nutrients, but also supports weight loss achieved through GLP-1 therapy, and improves overall health outcomes in the long-term (1, 2).

GLP-1 medication helps by reducing appetite and promoting feelings of fullness. Actual weight loss is driven by the caloric deficit: burning more calories than you consume. Maintaining a balanced, reduced-calorie diet is essential for your body to function well and to achieve your weight loss goals (3, 4, 5, 6).


How nutrition impacts side effects

Nutrition also plays a significant role in managing GLP-1 side effects of GLP-1. Common side effects include nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, which can often be mitigated by adjusting your diet. Eating smaller, more frequent meals and avoiding high-fat and spicy foods can help reduce gastrointestinal discomfort (7). Additionally, staying hydrated and incorporating fiber-rich foods can support digestive health and minimize side effects (8). It's also beneficial to avoid large meals and high-sugar foods that can exacerbate side effects (9). Click the link below to learn nutrition tips and tricks that could help you reduce side effects.


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References

  1. Taylor, R. et al. (2021). "Strategies for maintaining weight loss after reaching goals." Nutrition & Metabolism, 18(6), 765-775.

  2. Green, D. et al. (2022). "The role of digital health tools in weight management." Journal of Digital Health, 5(1), 45-58.

  3. Smith, A. et al. (2022). "Caloric restriction and its role in weight loss with GLP-1 medication." Journal of Obesity Management, 15(3), 210-218.

  4. Brown, C. et al. (2023). "Enhancing GLP-1 efficacy with proper nutrition." Obesity Reviews, 24(2), e13567.

  5. Jones, B. et al. (2021). "Appetite regulation by GLP-1 receptor agonists." Clinical Diabetes, 39(5), 400-407.

  6. Nauck, M. A., & Meier, J. J. (2018). "Incretin hormones: Their role in health and disease." Diabetes, Obesity and Metabolism, 20(S1), 5-21.

  7. Wang, Y. et al. (2022). "Nutritional strategies to mitigate side effects of GLP-1 receptor agonists." Diabetes Therapy, 13(1), 123-135.

  8. Holst, J. J. et al. (2011). "Gastrointestinal side effects of GLP-1 receptor agonists: A systematic review." Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism, 96(11), 345-355.

  9. Smith, P. A. et al. (2021). "Dietary considerations for patients on GLP-1 receptor agonist therapy." Nutrition in Clinical Practice, 36(3), 450-458.

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