Eating Less, Needing More: The Challenge of GLP-1 Meds

The five food groups

Taking GLP-1 medication complicates nutrition.  There is a focus on protein to stave off muscle loss.  But consuming sufficient food to meet dietary recommendations must also be a priority.  This is a challenge, as the medication influences appetite. 

Factor in side effects, and poor nutrition becomes even more likely. Unless you include nutrient-dense foods in every meal, the short-term and long-term effects of poor nutrition are very likely. Learn how to avoid that and some side effects on the way.

  • Appetite Down, Nutrition at Risk: The GLP-1 Dilemma

    Assorted fresh fruits, vegetables, grilled chicken, salmon, eggs, nuts, dairy, grains, and legumes on a wooden table

    Nutrition is perhaps the most important aspect of GLP-1 weight loss.  It is far more complicated because of it. We discuss daily nutritional requirements and how GLP-1 medications impact them.

    Read more: Appetite Down, Nutrition at Risk: The GLP-1 Dilemma