Semaglutide with glycine may help reduce nausea and GI discomfort
A Wegovy pen slows digestion and influences appetite-regulating hormones, which can also affect taste perception
(2024) "The combination of a glucagon-like peptide-1 and amylin receptor agonists reduces alcohol consumption in both male and female rats" Acta Neuropsychiatrica This article was reviewed by and approved by Alice Fletcher, Bariatric Dietitian, on 28 February 2025
Meeting protein needs through whole foods alone can feel challenging, particularly early in [GLP-1] treatment, she says, adding: Many people experience early fullness, nausea, or food aversions, making larger portions or solid protein foods less appealing. This is where meal- and snack-time strategies, as well as protein supplements, can be genuinely useful for filling nutritional gaps
Many patients notice reduced appetite, fewer cravings, and better control of portion sizes
Now that the shortage is over, though, the FDA has withdrawn that approval