💊 Your GLP-1 Starter Checklist

Created by Wellness NP, Nurse Practitioner

Starting your GLP-1 journey?
Here’s everything you need to know to feel confident, supported, and ready to see real results.

🩺 Before You Start

✅ Discuss your goals and health history with your provider
✅ Get baseline labs: A1C, kidney function, lipids, thyroid
✅ Understand possible side effects (nausea, constipation, fatigue)
✅ Learn proper injection technique and rotation sites
✅ Start tracking your hydration, meals, and movement

🥦 Nutrition Support

✅ Focus on protein first at every meal
✅ Eat slowly—stop when you’re comfortably full
✅ Avoid high-fat, fried, or greasy foods early on
✅ Add fiber-rich vegetables for digestion
✅ Limit alcohol and sugary drinks

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💧 Hydration & Movement

✅ Aim for 80–100 oz of water daily
✅ Electrolytes daily (especially with reduced appetite)
✅ Move your body daily—walk, stretch, lift
✅ Sleep 7–8 hours per night to support metabolism

🌸 Managing Side Effects

✅ Eat smaller, more frequent meals
✅ Avoid overeating after long gaps
✅ Use peppermint tea or ginger for mild nausea
✅ If constipated: magnesium citrate or fiber supplements (ask your provider first)
✅ Rest and listen to your body—adjust dosing only under medical guidance

🧠 Mindset & Monitoring

✅ Take progress pics and measurements (not just weight)
✅ Celebrate non-scale victories: energy, confidence, focus
✅ Journal how your appetite and mood change
✅ Don’t rush your dose—slow and steady wins
✅ Stay consistent—it’s about metabolic healing, not quick fixes

✨ Remember

GLP-1s aren’t magic—they’re a tool. When paired with healthy habits, they can help you feel strong, balanced, and in control again. As always, I am a provider, but I am not your provider. You should always check with your own provider before starting any new medication, supplement or diet/exercise plan.

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