Weight Management Guide with GLP-1 Medications (For Current Patients Only)

Tell all healthcare professionals that you are receiving weight loss injections, including your dentist and pharmacist.
Eat a well-balanced diet containing all macronutrients (i.e. carbohydrates, fats and proteins). This will allow the medicine to work. Avoid going long periods without eating, as this can cause dizziness. Your weight loss injections should be used with a reduced-calorie eating plan and increased physical activity.
Speak to your doctor if you plan to drink alcohol to discuss any possible contraindications.
If you are experiencing persistent or worsening side effects such as nausea, vomiting and diarrhea, contact your doctor for advice. It is important that you stay hydrated to avoid complications such as dehydration, low blood pressure and/or new or worsening kidney problems.
Start probiotics e multivitamins daily.
Eat proteins every 3 hours (goal is 80g-100g daily) to help keep muscle mass during weight loss.
Consider protein shakes like Fairlife, Premier or plant based Ka’Chava and protein bars such as Barebells, RXBAR or plant based Orgain.
Drink at least 64 oz of water daily. Consider electrolytes such as Key Nutrients, LMNT ou Liquid IV, particularly if you are exercising and sweating.
Avoid energy drinks.
Calculate how many calories per day you need here. Don’t go below 1,000 calories.
It’s important that you download the MyFitnessPal app, or a similar calorie tracking app, on your smartphone to help you stay within your calorie goal.
If you are planning to get pregnant, talk to your doctor. You may need to stop taking this medicine at least 2 months before you become pregnant.

Managing nausea

eat light, low-fat foods: crackers, toast, rice, bananas, applesauce
eat foods that contain water: soups and gelatins.
Drink at least 64 oz of water daily. Consider electrolytes such as Key Nutrients, LMNT ou Liquid IV, particularly if you are exercising and sweating.
Dramamine original
Ginger candy
Emetrol
Sea Bands
smell isopropyl alcohol pads.
request prescription anti-nausea medication for severe cases
eat and drink fluids slowly; drink fluids frequently
avoid lying down immediately after eating
eat smaller meals more frequently throughout the day rather than fewer, larger meals

Managing constipation

take probiotics daily.
increase fiber slowly. A typical approach works with 25 to 30 grams of fiber per day for women.
good hydration is essential to help fiber work its magic
You can take Magnesium Oxide every night. ONLY ONE CAPSULE PER NIGHT.
During exercise or hot weather, you may want to pay more attention to your hydration level.
Another option instead of magnesium oxide is to take Miralax every morning. Notify the provider if it persists.
We do not recommend laxatives or senna because they can be addictive.

Managing burping, gas and bloating

IbGard before or after eating
Be careful with some foods that produce gas, such as: beans, broccoli, wheat, onions, garlic, dairy products, sugar alcohols, soft drinks, beer, chewing gum, sweets, fatty foods.
Gas X Chewable

Managing dizziness or fatigue

most often related to not eating enough or being dehydrated
If you don’t drink enough water or have watery diarrhea, Consider electrolytes such as Key Nutrients, LMNT ou Liquid IV, especially if you’re exercising.
If you are having trouble getting enough food, you might Consider protein shakes like Fairlife, Premier or plant based Ka’Chava and protein bars such as Barebells, RXBAR or plant based Orgain.
Tell your doctor if you hear vomiting or watery diarrhea within the first day, as dehydration can occur quickly.

Managing diarrhea

talk to your doctor on the first day of severe diarrhea, as dehydration can occur quickly
Diet B.R.A.T. (Banana, Rice, Apple, Toast)
electrolytes
Imodium