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Diet & nutrition· 5 min

How do I handle a wedding or party buffet on a GLP-1?

Eat a protein snack beforehand, fill your plate protein-first, take a small dessert if you want one, and don't punish yourself the next day. One event won't undo a month.

14 Feb 2026

Diet & nutrition· 5 min

Is it okay to skip meals on a GLP-1?

Occasionally fine, but routinely skipping meals can push intake too low, costing muscle and energy. Aim for small, protein-led meals even when not very hungry.

31 Jan 2026

Diet & nutrition· 5 min

What should I eat on injection day?

Nothing special is required, but lighter, protein-led meals and avoiding heavy, oily food reduce any nausea around your dose. Hydrate well.

21 Jan 2026

Diet & nutrition· 5 min

Do I need to count calories on a GLP-1?

Not strictly — the medicine handles much of the deficit by cutting appetite. Focusing on protein and portion quality usually works better than obsessive counting.

20 Jan 2026

Diet & nutrition· 5 min

How much water should I drink on a GLP-1?

Aim for around three litres a day, more in heat or with exercise. Reduced thirst plus any GI side effects make dehydration easy, so drink on a schedule, not just when thirsty.

3 Jan 2026

Diet & nutrition· 5 min

Does coffee help or hurt weight loss on a GLP-1?

Black coffee is fine and can mildly support energy and appetite control. The calories are in the sugar and full-cream milk, so that's where to cut.

2 Jan 2026

Diet & nutrition· 5 min

Can I drink protein shakes as meal replacements on a GLP-1?

Occasionally, yes — when appetite is low, a protein shake is an easy way to hit your target. Don't replace every meal, though; whole food adds fibre and micronutrients.

1 Jan 2026

Diet & nutrition· 5 min