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Nature Science Foundation of Shanghai 202R1444400 (X.F.), and Collaborative Innovation Center of Food Safety and Quality Control in Jiangsu Province, Jiangnan University (2022-3-1) (Y.L.)
Hydration Strategy Proper hydration is crucial on GLP-1 medications: Aim for 64-80 oz of water daily (more if exercising) Sip throughout the day rather than drinking large amounts at once Add electrolytes if experiencing nausea, fatigue, or headaches Limit caffeine to 1-2 cups daily as it can worsen dehydration Drink between meals rather than with meals to avoid feeling overly full Managing Common GLP-1 Side Effects with Food Nausea: Eat smaller, more frequent meals Choose bland, easy-to-digest foods (chicken, rice, bananas) Avoid greasy, spicy, or very sweet foods Try ginger tea or ginger chews Eat slowly and chew thoroughly Constipation: Increase water intake Add fiber gradually (vegetables, chia seeds, psyllium) Take magnesium citrate supplement Add Celtic Sea Salt to morning water, add lemon Prune Juice first thing in the morning Include probiotic-rich foods (yogurt, kefir, sauerkraut) Stay physically active, walking helps with gut motility Fatigue: Ensure adequate protein intake, aim for 1g per lb of body weight Don't cut calories too drastically Take B-complex vitamins Stay hydrated with electrolytes, preferable Celtic Sea Salt Eat iron-rich foods (lean red meat, spinach, lentils) Shopping Tips for Success 1
