Key adjustments at this phase: Reduce portion sizes by 20% to 30% across all meals Add a sixth small meal if you cannot finish larger ones Move heavy carbohydrates to earlier in the day when digestion is strongest Switch to softer, easier-to-digest proteins (fish, eggs, Greek yogurt) on dose increase days Keep hydration consistent at 8 to 10 glasses per day, sipped throughout rather than gulped at meals Phase 3: therapeutic doses (10mg, 12.5mg, 15mg, weeks 13+) At higher doses, some people find eating enough to be the challenge, not eating too little
That is why muscle preservation, including resistance training and a diet that provides adequate protein, should be part of the GLP-1 treatment plan for both men and women
For those in higher-risk categories (over 60, metformin users, vegans), additional B12 supplementation beyond the formulation may be warranted
97,98 Avoiding known triggers may help with the management of flare-ups
All hyperpigmentation issues can be best addressed with L-Glutathione