Due to many patients experiencing stomach upset while taking this medication, it is important to avoid certain food groups to mitigate this including:

• Stringy fruits and vegetables (examples: pineapple, celery, apples)
• Gas forming vegetables (examples: broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, brussel sprouts, onions, and asparagus)
• dairy (example: cheese, yogurts)
• Foods with added sugar | aim to keep sugar intake below 30g per day
• fried foods
• Alcohol | alcohol lowers blood sugar and when combined with Semaglutide, it can lower your blood sugar to unsafe levels | avoid more than one drink a day for women and two drinks a day for men

When taking the medication, choosing nutrient-dense foods high in protein, fiber, and healthy carbs is important. Additionally, it is essential to stop eating when you feel full. By following a balanced, whole-food diet and incorporating the foods below, you are more likely to maximize your results.

• Non-starchy foods that are low in carbs and rich in fiber (examples: asparagus, beans, carrots, eggplant, leeks, mushrooms, peppers, swiss chard, tomatoes, greens, etc.)
• Whole grains that are rich in fiber and a type of carbohydrate that does not raise blood sugar significantly (examples: oatmeal, brown rice, whole wheat bread, barley, whole wheat pasta, etc.)
• Nuts that are made of healthy unsaturated fats as well as protein and fiber that do not raise blood sugar and helps reduce risk of heart disease
• Protein rich foods: ¼ of your plate should consist of protein at meals as they do not raise your blood sugar too much and can help make you feel fuller for longer (examples: animal products, quinoa, chickpeas, lentils, oats, etc.)
• Legumes that are packed with fiber and beneficial nutrients (examples: beans, peas, and lentils)