Tirzepatide users commonly report that high-fat foods cause the worst nausea and bloating, because the slowed gastric emptying means fat sits in the stomach longer
Injection-site redness or mild bruising is normal and resolves within 48 hours
"For 35 calories youd be much better off munching on some fiber-rich crunchy veggies." No one should think of these as a healthy snack, even if they're touted as a "guilt-free" option, says Keri Gans, MS, RDN, author of The Small Change Diet
Always read the label of your medication prior to administering an injection
The Bottom Line Weight-loss injections such as Ozempic, Wegovy and Mounjaro have transformed obesity treatment but they also bring real gastrointestinal side effects that deserve attention
There have been anecdotal reports that GLP-1 medications may contribute to anorexia by blunting hunger cues for people whove developed an unhealthy aversion to food