Supporting your nutrition throughout your GLP-1 Weight loss Journey

Supporting your nutrition as your journey changes

Your weight loss journey is personal, and seeing progress towards your goals can be a positive and motivating experience. Along the way, you may notice changes such as feeling satisfied with smaller portions, changes in your appetite, or differences in your eating habits and routines.

These changes are an important part of how GLP-1 medicines work to support weight loss. They help regulate appetite, slow the movement of food through the stomach and can reduce overall energy intake.¹

At the same time, when you are eating smaller portions, have less appetite or find it more difficult to consume your usual diet, making sure your body still gets the energy and nutrients it needs is an important part of looking after your health and well being throughout your weight loss journey.

You may also experience common side effects such as nausea or temporary changes to your digestion which can naturally affect how you feel about eating and drinking. On days when your appetite feels particularly low, or when you are simply feeling more tired than usual, finding an easy way to keep your nutritional routine consistent becomes essential.

Wherever you are on your journey, supporting your nutrition remains an important part of looking after your health. You can see the full range of options in the ADDAY GLP-1 support bundles, or read on for how to build a routine that works around your appetite.

Looking after your nutrition beyond weight loss

Seeing changes in your weight can feel encouraging, yet there is more to your journey than the number on the scales.

Your body still needs a variety of nutrients, including protein, fibre, healthy fats, vitamins, minerals and energy. Research in this area is still developing, but some studies suggest that people taking GLP-1 medicines may have lower intakes of protein and certain micronutrients.²

If your eating patterns have changed, it is understandable that getting all the nutrients your body needs may sometimes feel more challenging.

Building healthy eating habits and routines during your weight loss journey can help you feel more confident with managing your nutrition over time.

Building healthy habits that work for you

A healthy, balanced diet remains the foundation of good nutrition.

When you are able to eat meals and snacks, aim to include a variety of foods that provide the nutrients your body needs. In fact, NICE recommends using GLP-1 medicines alongside balanced dietary changes, regular physical activity and wider lifestyle support, rather than relying on medication alone.⁵

Protein deserves particular attention during weight loss. Your individual needs will vary, but including protein regularly throughout the day can help you build a balanced diet. Good sources include fish, eggs, dairy products, beans, lentils and lean meats. Alongside regular movement and strengthening activities where appropriate, adequate protein intake can help maintain muscle mass.³

Fibre is another important nutrient and helps support digestive health. Adults are generally advised to aim for around 30g of fibre a day. Good sources include vegetables, fruit, wholegrains, beans, lentils, nuts and seeds. On days when reaching that amount from food alone feels more difficult, ADDAY Fibre Complex is a neutral-tasting powder that can be stirred into drinks or added to food as part of your daily routine.

Fibre Complex Neutral A neutral-tasting powder that can be stirred into drinks or added to food. View product

A balanced meal doesn’t need to be complicated, for example, a breakfast could include Greek yoghurt topped with berries, oats and nuts or seeds, providing protein, fibre, carbohydrates and healthy fats. Lunch or dinner options might include grilled chicken or salmon with vegetables and potatoes, rice or wholegrain pasta, or a lentil and vegetable curry for a plant-based choice.

Planning ahead can also make healthy habits easier to maintain. This might include planning meals for the week, preparing a shopping list, batch cooking, preparing balanced snacks in advance or keeping simple nutritious options available at home.

Yet, even with good planning, there will be times when things do not go as expected. You may be experiencing side effects, feeling more tired than usual or finding that temporary changes in your appetite make consuming your usual food feel more challenging. Some days you may even skip meals because you simply don’t feel hungry or forget to eat.

Having practical options available can help you continue to support your daily nutritional intake when eating isn't always easy.

Planning ahead and having flexible options

The best approach to nutrition is one that works for you and fits into your everyday life.

Most of the time, this may mean enjoying balanced meals, planning ahead, preparing food in advance, batch cooking and keeping nutritious snacks and options readily available. Building these routines can help make healthy choices easier to maintain.

However, there may also be times when having a convenient option available can help support your nutritional needs. This could be when your appetite is low, you’re experiencing medication side effects or when eating feels more challenging.

The ADDAY Complete+ Nutrient Shake is a high protein, fibre-rich food supplement specially developed to support your body during times when your appetite feels particularly low. This smooth milkshake-style option provides 30g of protein to help support muscle health and 7g of fibre per serving, alongside 24 essential vitamins and minerals like B-vitamins which help to reduce tiredness and fatigue, and chromium which helps maintain normal blood glucose levels. All in just 166 calories per serving. ADDAY Complete + Nutrient Shake and is designed to work alongside your regular food choices to top-up your daily nutrition.

The shakes are also low sugar and available in three flavours, vanilla, strawberry and chocolate, and can be easily incorporated into your day*.

*If you have any pre-existing medical conditions, particularly kidney disease, diabetes, food allergies (milk, soya, egg, sulphites) or any condition requiring a managed protein intake, or you are pregnant, breastfeeding or under the age of 18, please consult a healthcare professional before using.

Staying hydrated during your weight loss journey

Alongside nutrition, staying hydrated is another important part of looking after yourself.

As a general guide, the NHS recommends drinking around 6-8 glasses of fluid every day, which is roughly 1.5–2 litres. Your individual needs may be higher depending on factors such as activity levels, the weather and if you are experiencing increased fluid losses.

There may be times when keeping up with your hydration feels more difficult, particularly if you are eating and drinking less or experiencing side effects.

Temporary changes to your digestion can also be common when adjusting to a new weight loss routine. Including fibre-rich foods and drinking enough fluids can help support your digestive health.

ADDAY Complete+ Hydration can fit easily into your routine. Available in 3 sugar-free flavours, orange, mango and ginger, and watermelon, each convenient sachet contains just 0.4kcal. Formulated to be gentle on the stomach, it combines a premium blend of electrolytes alongside essential B-vitamins and vitamin C which helps support your daily wellbeing. It can be easily included as part of your daily routine*.

*If you have any pre-existing medical conditions, particularly kidney disease, hypertension, heart failure, or electrolyte disorders, or you are pregnant, consult a healthcare professional before use. They can provide personalized advice based on your individual health status and current medications.

Finding what works for you

Every weight loss journey is different. Your appetite, routine and lifestyle can change over time, so the approach that works best for you may change too.

This may include planning ahead, choosing balanced food options, keeping nutritious choices available and using convenient choices when they fit into your day.

The important thing is finding a realistic, achievable and flexible approach that helps support your daily routine and delivers the nutrition your body needs throughout your journey.

Supporting your journey beyond weight loss

GLP-1 medicines can be a valuable tool to support weight loss, but nutrition remains an important part of the journey. The ADDAY GLP-1 support bundles bring the shake, hydration and fibre options together in one place.

Building healthy eating habits and routines can help you feel more confident managing your nutrition over time. Our guide on maintaining weight loss covers what happens once you reach your goal.

By focusing on balanced eating, staying hydrated, planning ahead and having flexible options available when needed, you can continue to stay on track with your long term goals.

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