Foods to prioritize Beyond protein, focus on: Non-starchy vegetables for fiber and micronutrients without caloric density Healthy fats in moderate amounts (avocado, olive oil, nuts) for satiety and hormone function Complex carbohydrates in controlled portions (sweet potatoes, quinoa, oats) for sustained energy Fermented foods (kimchi, sauerkraut, kefir) to support gut health during the digestive adjustment period Foods to limit or avoid The foods to avoid guide covers this in detail, but the short version: avoid anything that makes GI symptoms worse
When waste moves slowly through the colon, it can lead to increased pressure within the bowel walls
"I started taking a GLP-1 last May and Ive gone from owning two perfumes to 24, and that doesnt include my travel sizes and decants ," wrote one Reddit user
Disclosures Angela Fitch: Served on advisory boards for Gelesis, SetPoint Health, FoundHealth, and MsMedicine
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