Breakfast
- Greek yogurt with berries
- Eggs scrambled with spinach, peppers, or tomatoes
- Oatmeal with a spoon of nut butter
Meal ideas while on a GLP-1
Simple, general suggestions to help you eat well when your appetite is smaller.
These are general ideas, not medical advice. Talk with your provider about your specific needs.
Guiding tips
- Choose smaller portions.
- Eat protein first at each meal.
- Drink plenty of fluids through the day.
- Include fiber: vegetables, fruit, beans, whole grains.
- Go easy on greasy, fried, and very sugary foods, and on alcohol.
- Eat slowly and stop when you feel full.
Simple ideas
Lunch
- Lentil or bean soup
- Salad with grilled chicken, tuna, or beans
- Turkey and veggie wrap
Dinner
- Grilled chicken or fish with vegetables
- Lean ground turkey with roasted veggies
- Tofu or shrimp stir-fry with a small scoop of rice
Snacks
- Cottage cheese with fruit
- Protein shake
- Hard-boiled egg, string cheese, or a small handful of nuts
These are general ideas, not medical advice. Talk with your provider about your specific needs. In an emergency, call 911.