Dietary modifications that may support metabolic health include: Including a source of protein at each meal, as protein can stimulate GLP-1 release Including dietary fibre , particularly soluble fibre from vegetables, legumes, oats, and wholegrains, which may promote GLP-1 secretion through fermentation by gut bacteria Eating regular, balanced meals that align with the NHS Eatwell Guide recommendations Limiting ultra-processed foods high in refined carbohydrates and unhealthy fats Considering fermented foods such as yoghurt, kefir, and sauerkraut, which may benefit overall gut health, though direct effects on GLP-1 require further research Lifestyle factors that support metabolic health include: Regular physical activity , with both aerobic exercise and resistance training showing benefits for glucose metabolism
(Prior research by other scientists had shown GLP-1 also curbed appetite by slowing gastric emptying.) That led to the first GLP-1 drug for weight loss being approved in 2014
In western markets, GLP-1 receptor agonists can cost over $1,000 per month
Eat Smaller, Frequent Meals: To avoid overwhelming your stomach, try eating four or five small meals instead of three large ones
Brand-name semaglutide (Ozempic, Wegovy) typically costs $900$1,300 monthly without insurance, while brand-name tirzepatide (Mounjaro, Zepbound) ranges $1,000$1,500 monthly
While many get excited that the scale is moving in the right direction, it can come with fatigue that makes exercise difficult, and uncertainty about what to eat on GLP-1 medications