Guide

Short reads on GLP-1 medicines, side effects, FODMAP and halal eating. Every sentence links to its source: medicine leaflets, official health guidance and peer-reviewed papers. They do not replace your doctor's advice.

Starting

What to expect in the first monthHow the medicine works, why the dose starts low, what can happen in the first weeks, and how to plan your injection day.3 min read Storing your pen and travellingHow to store Wegovy and Mounjaro before and after first use, when a pen shouldn't be used, and what to plan when you travel.3 min read Smaller portionsWhy you fill up sooner, how to set up your meals, and what helps while you eat.2 min read Fluids and electrolytesWhy they matter, how much to drink, what counts, and what to do if you are sick or have diarrhea.3 min read

Side effects

Nausea and vomitingWhy it happens, what may help, what to do if you are sick, and when to see a doctor.3 min read Constipation and diarrheaWhat may help with constipation and diarrhea, where fiber comes from in FODMAP mode, and when to see a doctor.3 min read Reflux and bloatingWhat may help with heartburn, reflux, gas and bloating, and when to see a doctor.3 min read When to see a doctorWhich signs need emergency help, which need a doctor the same day, and which you should tell your doctor about.3 min read

Safety

Contraception, pregnancy and breastfeedingHow long before a pregnancy to stop, what to know if you take the pill, and what to do if you are breastfeeding.3 min read Before surgery or anaesthesiaWhy to tell your team ahead, whether the medicine is stopped, who is at higher risk, and what your team may ask.2 min read

Food and modes

Protein when your appetite is lowWhy protein matters, how much you need, where to get it when you eat less, and what else protects muscle.3 min read Getting enough fiberWhy fiber matters, how much to aim for, how to add it without upsetting your stomach, and where it comes from in FODMAP mode.2 min read Vitamins and minerals when you eat lessWhy eating much less can leave gaps, which nutrients to watch, where to find them, and when a supplement or a check-up makes sense.3 min read Eating out and at gatheringsHow to choose at a restaurant, what helps at the table, and what to do at weddings, buffets and parties.2 min read Alcohol and GLP-1 medicinesWhy alcohol can make side effects worse, how to keep the risk low if you drink, and which signs need a doctor.2 min read The three steps of FODMAPWhat elimination, reintroduction and personalization mean, how long they take, and what to know before you start.3 min read Eating out on a low FODMAP dietHow to plan ahead, what to order and what to ask the kitchen so you can eat out on a low FODMAP diet.2 min read Reading labelsHow to read an ingredients list, how to check halal certification, and how to spot FODMAP ingredients.3 min read Fasting in Ramadan on a GLP-1 medicineWhen to talk to your doctor, whether the injection breaks the fast, your dose, suhoor and iftar, and when to break the fast.3 min read

Long term

Protecting your muscleWhy some muscle can go while you lose weight, who is at higher risk, and how strength training and protein help.3 min read When weight loss slows downWhy weight loss slows over time, why a plateau is not a reason to stop, and what can help.2 min read Habits that help keep weight offWhat people who keep weight off tend to do, and why it helps to build these habits while you're on the medicine.2 min read If you stop the medicineWhat studies show happens to weight after stopping, why to plan it with your doctor, and the habits that matter.3 min read

Written by the CalJab team, with sources. It does not replace your doctor's advice. Found a mistake? Write to support@caljab.app.