Focusing on sustainable habits matters more than any first-week dip
July 24, 2024
Adding these foods strategically throughout the day perhaps through adding avocado to breakfast, incorporating nuts as snacks, or including eggs and olive oil in main meals can help optimize GLP-1 activation while providing sustained energy and promoting feelings of satiety
These medications are tools that make lifestyle changes easier by reducing hunger and cravings, but they work best when combined with: Balanced nutrition: Focus on whole foods, lean proteins, vegetables, and whole grains Regular physical activity: Aim for 150 minutes of moderate exercise weekly Adequate hydration: Especially important while on these medications Behavioral modifications: Address emotional eating, stress eating, and other patterns Regular monitoring: Follow-up appointments to adjust dosing and address concerns Cultural Considerations: For my South Asian patients in Murphy and Plano, we work together to adapt traditional diets in healthy ways
While this helps with appetite changes, it can also trigger nausea via central nervous system pathways, particularly in the early weeks of treatment