Research shows abrupt cessation triggers rapid appetite rebound and weight regain, with some patients regaining 50% of lost weight within 46 weeks without gradual dose adjustment

Lean Proteins Grilled or tandoori chicken Fish (rohu, pomfret) Eggs Low-fat dairy (Greek yoghurt, cottage cheese/paneer) Lentils like moong dal, masoor dal, and toor dal Plant-based proteins (tofu) Legumes like sprouted moong or chana salad Fibre-Rich Vegetables Broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage Spinach, lettuce, fenugreek (methi), mustard greens (sarson) Green beans Bell peppers, zucchini Carrots Okra (bhindi), bottle gourd (lauki) Healthy Whole Grains Quinoa, Barley Brown or red rice Sorghum (jowar) Oats Millets (Ragi, Bajra) Whole wheat roti or pasta Healthy Fats Avocado Olive oil Nuts (almonds, walnuts) Seeds (chia, flaxseed, sunflower) Fatty fish (salmon, tuna, hilsa) Coconut Hydrating Foods Cucumbers & leafy greens (lettuce, spinach) Watermelon, oranges Buttermilk (chaas) Tomatoes Strawberries Soups and coconut water Lemon water (with a dash of cumin & mint) Foods to Limit or Avoid While on GLP-1 Medications High-fat fried foods increase the risk of nausea, delay gastric emptying further, and may worsen GLP-1 side effects

Conversely, a lack of sensitivity can result in false negatives, potentially delaying critical treatment
For exenatide and lixisenatide, timing matters oral contraceptives should be taken at least 1 hour before or 11 hours after injection due to delayed gastric emptying
There is no FDAapproved sublingual form of semaglutide for weight loss