GLP-1 SUPPORT
GLP-1 Nutrition Support
Work with a registered dietitian to support your nutrition while taking a GLP-1 medication, with a personalized approach built around your health, nutrition needs, and goals.
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ABOUT GLP-1 SUPPORT
A Practical Approach to Nutrition While Taking a GLP-1
GLP-1 medications can change your appetite, food intake, and eating patterns. Nutrition counseling can help you meet your nutrition needs while supporting your health and weight-management goals.
GLP-1 Nutrition Support May Be a Good Fit if You:
- Are currently taking a GLP-1 medication
- Have recently started a GLP-1 medication
- Struggle to eat enough because of reduced appetite
- Want to prioritize protein and overall nutrition
- Want support building sustainable eating habits
Your plan starts with you
We’ll look at your eating habits, health history, medication experience, symptoms, lifestyle, and goals. From there, we’ll identify your nutrition priorities and build an approach that works alongside your treatment.
HOW NUTRITION CAN HELP
How Nutrition Counseling Can Help with GLP-1 Medications
Nutrition counseling can help you maintain adequate nutrition, manage changes in appetite and eating patterns, and build habits that support your health while taking a GLP-1 medication.
Protein & Nutrient Needs
Build meals and snacks that help you meet your protein and overall nutrition needs even when your appetite is reduced.
Managing Side Effects
Identify nutrition strategies that may help with common gastrointestinal symptoms and make eating more manageable.
Meal Structure
Develop an eating schedule and meal structure that works with changes in hunger, fullness, and appetite.
Long-Term Habits
Build practical eating habits that support your health and weight-management goals during treatment and beyond.
WHAT WE’LL WORK ON
Nutrition Strategies Built Around Your GLP-1 Treatment
Your nutrition needs may change while taking a GLP-1 medication. We’ll focus on the areas that matter most for your health, symptoms, and goals.
Protein & Nutrient Needs
GI Symptom Management
Meal Structure
Hydration
Appetite Changes
Weight Maintenance
HOW IT WORKS
How Nutrition Counseling Works
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Check Your Insurance Benefits
Submit your insurance information so we can review your nutrition counseling benefits.
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Meet With Your Dietitian
We’ll discuss your health, nutrition history, eating habits, goals, and what you want help with.
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Build Your Plan
You’ll leave with clear priorities and practical steps based on your needs and goals.
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Adjust as You Progress
Follow-up visits help us review progress, solve problems, and adjust your plan over time.
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Your insurance plan may include nutrition counseling benefits. Check your benefits to see what your plan covers.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Get answers to common questions about GLP-1 nutrition support, insurance coverage, and what to expect when working with a dietitian.
Does Insurance Cover GLP-1 Nutrition Counseling?
Many insurance plans include nutrition counseling benefits. Coverage varies by plan, so you can submit your insurance information to have your benefits reviewed before getting started.
Can You Help if I’m Taking a GLP-1 Medication?
Yes. Nutrition counseling can help you meet your nutrition needs, manage changes in appetite and eating patterns, and build habits that support your health while taking a GLP-1 medication.
How Much Protein Should I Eat While Taking a GLP-1?
Your protein needs depend on factors such as your body size, health, activity level, and goals. We’ll determine an appropriate protein target and help you find practical ways to meet it when your appetite is reduced.
What if I’m Struggling to Eat Enough?
Reduced appetite can make it difficult to meet your energy, protein, fluid, and other nutrient needs. We can adjust meal size, frequency, food choices, and meal structure to help you get adequate nutrition.
Can Nutrition Counseling Help With GLP-1 Side Effects?
Nutrition strategies may help manage common gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, constipation, diarrhea, or feeling overly full. We’ll identify foods, portions, meal patterns, and hydration strategies that work for you.
What Happens if I Stop Taking My GLP-1 Medication?
Nutrition counseling can help you build eating habits and routines that support long-term weight management. If your medication changes, we can adjust your nutrition plan as your appetite, needs, and goals change.
Take the first step toward better health
See if your insurance covers nutrition counseling and get started with personalized support.
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