The goal is building a diverse, sustainable dietary pattern, not surviving on a handful of bland foods indefinitely
Monitor the injection sites for swelling, warmth, or persistent bruising over the next 48 hours
Foods to avoid while on semaglutide can include: Fried foods and foods that are high in unhealthy fats (French fries, fried chicken, many fast foods) Highly processed foods (white bread, processed cereal, pasta) High glycemic fruits and vegetables (bananas, mangos, starchy potatoes) Sugary foods (candy, baked goods, ice cream) Soda and carbonated beverages Excess alcohol and caffeine These foods can contribute to GI distress and rapidly spiking blood sugar when eaten while on a semaglutide
Compounded products containing semaglutide There are various ways that compounded semaglutide products may differ from approved products [1] [2] that may contribute to potential medication errors
Implications for employers: Evidence continues to accumulate that GLP-1 medications provide additional clinical benefits as they effectively treat obesity
