GLP-1 medications primarily work by reducing appetite and slowing gastric emptying
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Foods That Help Manage GLP-1 Side Effects Foods to Eat: For nausea: Ginger tea, plain crackers, white rice, bananas For constipation: Prunes, chia seeds, leafy greens, whole grains For energy: Lean proteins, quinoa, Greek yogurt, eggs For hydration: Watermelon, cucumber, bone broth, coconut water Foods to Avoid: Trigger nausea: Fried foods, spicy dishes, strong-smelling foods Worsen constipation: Processed foods, excessive dairy, white bread Cause bloating: Carbonated drinks, beans, cruciferous vegetables Delay stomach emptying: High-fat meals, large portions, alcohol Staying Alert for Adverse Interactions With Other Prescribed Medications in GLP-1 Therapies As with any sort of drug, GLP-1 receptor agonists have risks that sometimes only surface in interactions with other kinds of drugs
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This requires designing the diet based on validated recipes or the expertise of a specially trained veterinary professional, and in many cases requires additional vitamin and mineral supplementation to ensure nutritional completeness
