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How to Eat Well While on a GLP-1
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Williams, who's known for her athletic prowess on MTV's "The Challenge," then researched GLP-1 medications and spoke to a healthcare provider before deciding it was the right option.
"GLP-1 medications mimic a hormone that your body naturally makes called glucagon-like peptide-1," registered dietitian Lauren Manaker, MS, says, adding that these medications signal to the brain that you've had enough to eat.
Because losing weight on a GLP-1 can lead to muscle loss, however, it's important to eat a well-balanced diet.
Ahead, Popsugar spoke to Manaker and three content creators about how to eat well when you're taking a GLP-1 medication and what foods to avoid.
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