Guide to eating and living well whilst using GLP-1 medications
We have collaborated with the British Nutrition Foundation and their expert nutrition scientists to give you tips on how to eat, drink, and move well while on glucagon-like peptide 1 (GLP-1) medication. So, if you’re taking Mounjaro, Wegovy, or liraglutide, this guide will help you make the best choices to improve your weight loss results. It will also provide you with a better understanding of how to create healthy habits to support your journey beyond treatment.
- Information on healthy eating habits and achieving balance
- Tips on managing side effects through diet and movement
- Tools to help you shop differently and get the most from GLP-1 treatment
Nutrition tips to thrive on GLP-1 medication
Find out more about how to create a healthy and balanced diet. These guides provide more information on building healthy eating habits, food groups, including getting enough fibre and protein, hydration, managing common side effects through nutrition and movement, and the importance of getting your daily vitamins and minerals.
How to build brilliant eating habits
Discover how to create healthy eating habits for weight loss and maintenance.
Protein power
Find out why protein matters, especially while taking GLP-1 medications.
Focus on fabulous fibre
Learn what makes fibre such a health hero and how to eat more of it.
Healthy Hydration: Sip, Sip, Hooray!
Find out more about what drinks are best to stay hydrated and safe while taking weight loss injections.
Overcoming common side effects
Side effects can happen while taking GLP-1 medication – find out how to improve them through what you eat and drink.
Vitamins and minerals: do you need supplements?
Find out the most important vitamins and minerals to focus on, and whether you may need to use supplements.
Lifestyle and movement tips for GLP-1 medication
Discover other lifestyle tips for getting the most from your treatment, including the low down on alcohol, the importance of keeping your body moving to protect those muscles, and how to shop smarter.
Lowdown on alcohol
Learn more about whether you can drink alcohol on GLP-1 medications and how this might affect your weight loss journey.
Keep your body moving and protect your muscles
Discover the benefits of exercise and protecting your muscles during weight loss.
Shop smart, eat smart
Find out why a well-stocked kitchen can help guarantee results.