Adherence
Proactive management of gastrointestinal side effects (nausea, constipation, diarrhea) through dietary adjustments (hydration, fiber, smaller meals) is critical for maintaining patient adherence to GLP-1 therapy.
If you experience nausea, constipation, or diarrhea, do not just push through it. Increase water intake, try ginger or peppermint tea, and eat smaller, more frequent meals. If constipation persists, increase dietary fiber and physical activity. These adjustments can help you stay on the medication without suffering.
Simple things like ginger tea, peppermint tea, drinking enough water … helps them manage their symptoms.
Why this rating
Based on qualitative reports from dietitians on common practices, not controlled trials.
Source
Optimizing nutrition, diet, and lifestyle communication in GLP-1 medication therapy for weight management: A qualitative research study with registered dietitians
David Despain et al. · Obesity Pillars · 2024
DOI 10.1016/j.obpill.2024.100143
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