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Things worth knowing — before, during, after.

Short, plain-language guides on GLP-1 therapy and metabolic health, written and reviewed by ZIVOLABS doctors. No clickbait. No miracle promises.

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Diet & nutrition· 5 min

Can I eat raita on a GLP-1? Portion & protein guide

Yes — curd-based raita adds protein and probiotics and is gentle on the stomach. A great side dish.

23 Nov 2025
Diet & nutrition· 5 min

Can I eat fruit chaat on a GLP-1? Portion & protein guide

Yes — whole-fruit chaat is fine; the fibre slows the sugar. Skip added sugar and heavy sweet chutneys.

22 Nov 2025
Diet & nutrition· 5 min

Can I eat sprouts chaat on a GLP-1? Portion & protein guide

Yes — sprouts are a great vegetarian protein and fibre source. A genuinely good GLP-1 snack.

21 Nov 2025
Diet & nutrition· 5 min

Can I eat misal pav on a GLP-1? Portion & protein guide

Occasionally — the sprouts are protein-rich, but it's oily and the pav is refined. Have the misal with one pav.

20 Nov 2025
Diet & nutrition· 5 min

Can I eat medu vada on a GLP-1? Portion & protein guide

Occasionally — it's deep-fried, so keep it to one and balance with protein-rich sambar.

19 Nov 2025
Diet & nutrition· 5 min

Can I eat uttapam on a GLP-1? Portion & protein guide

Yes — top it with vegetables and pair with extra-dal sambar for protein. Lighter than a fried option.

18 Nov 2025
Diet & nutrition· 5 min

Can I eat appam with stew on a GLP-1? Portion & protein guide

Yes — appam is light, and a vegetable or chicken stew adds protein. Have one or two appams, not a stack.

17 Nov 2025
Diet & nutrition· 5 min

Can I eat lemon rice on a GLP-1? Portion & protein guide

Occasionally and in a small portion — it's mostly rice with little protein. Add peanuts or a side of curd or egg.

16 Nov 2025
Diet & nutrition· 5 min

Can I eat curd rice on a GLP-1? Portion & protein guide

Yes, in a modest portion — curd adds protein and is gentle on the stomach. Keep the rice quantity small.

15 Nov 2025
Diet & nutrition· 5 min

Can I eat rasam on a GLP-1? Portion & protein guide

Yes — rasam is light and low-calorie. It's low in protein on its own, so pair it with dal, curd or an egg.

14 Nov 2025
Diet & nutrition· 5 min

Can I eat sambar on a GLP-1? Portion & protein guide

Yes — bulk it up with extra dal and it becomes a protein-friendly staple. Great with idli or a small portion of rice.

13 Nov 2025
Diet & nutrition· 5 min

Can I eat prawn curry on a GLP-1? Portion & protein guide

Yes — prawns are lean, high-protein seafood. Go easy on coconut-heavy, oily gravies and keep the rice in check.

12 Nov 2025
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ZIVOLABS prescription GLP medication — vial (weekly injection) and bottle (daily oral dissolving tablets)
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  • Available as weekly injection or daily tablets
  • Around 15% average weight loss in major GLP‑1 trials — results vary*
  • Unlimited 24/7 support from our care team
  • Start with a ₹499 doctor consultation — refunded if you’re not eligible
  • Medication & ongoing care quoted separately — price shown before you pay
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*Average weight loss seen in published GLP-1 RA trials over 68 weeks. Individual results vary. Read the medical disclaimer.