Semaglutide works to lower high blood sugar by increasing the amount of insulin that is released, lowering the amount of glucagon released and by delaying gastric emptying. Semaglutide also controls appetite and so helps you reduce the amount of food that you want to eat. Semaglutide is a glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) agonist.
Foods to avoid while taking Semaglutide
Eating certain foods while taking semaglutide may increase or cause GI-related side effects, such as nausea, bloating, and diarrhea. Bland foods and plain water are least likely to cause discomfort, but experts share that there’s no one-size-fits-all diet. Specific diets do not work for everyone as each person is different. And what may work for one person will not necessarily work for someone else.
Avoid high glycemic index foods (e.g white bread, corn flakes, fruit juice. instant noodles, rice cakes,potatoes), ultra-processed foods, and high sugar foods and drinks.
Semaglutide slows down how fast the gut moves, which means these foods can hang around longer and cause symptoms.
Tips while taking Semaglutide
- Go slow. Eat slowly, chew your food well and end your meal at the first sign of satisfaction.
- Stay hydrated. At least 2.5l per day, this is going to help prevent constipation.
- Consume sufficient protein, at least 100g per day. Protein powders and shakes are great to use especially if you don’t have an appetite.
- Regular exercise to lose fat and not muscle.
- Use OTC meds to relieve any side effects
- Take a probiotic and prebiotic to help with gut health
- Take Vitamin D, this can improve insulin sensitivity
- Studies show that Vitamin B12 plays an important role in fat metabolism. Semaglutide and
- Vitamin B12 together can help improve your metabolism and improve your weight loss success.
If you are unsure whether Semaglutide is safe for you, please consult with your GP.
