How To Manage Your Medication’s Side Effects
Today, we’re talking tummy trouble!
Like most other medications, tirzepatide and semaglutide can cause some side effects, which can be managed with simple habit and lifestyle changes.
The way these medications work is by slowing down your digestion, making you feel fuller, faster. Because you digestion is slowed, one of the most common side effects you might experience is constipation.
Excess stool in the gut can lead to nausea if not remedied. To combat constipation, you can take a dose of miralax daily until the symptoms clear up.
You should make sure to drink plenty of water when taking any sort of stool softener.
Healthy digestion looks like one, healthy, soft stool per day.
There are some other basic changes you can make to your eating habits that will help prevent or correct these symptoms:
Drink plenty of water throughout the day - at least 8 glasses are recommended by most health professionals.
Try to eat smaller meals more frequently throughout the day, rather than big meals.
Slow down! Eat slowly and mindfully to give your body time to indicate to you that you are full.
Listen to your body! Respond to its hunger cues to stay fueled throughout the day.
Always stay on the lowest possible dose, and don’t go up too quickly.
Overall, your side effects should get better over time as your body adjusts to the medication. Always consult your doctor if they persist.
You are getting used to a new way of eating, with weight loss medication as a tool in your toolbox as you build healthy habits. Managing these symptoms are actually great practice for learning how to eat well for lifelong health!
