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Based on data from randomised controlled trials, you can expect to lose up to 5% of your weight in a month on semaglutide (Wegovy)

Foods you should avoid or cut back on while taking Wegovy include: ultra-processed foods , such as crisps, biscuits, ice cream, ham, sausages, flavoured yoghurts, microwave meals, cakes and fizzy drinks high-fat foods , such as chocolate, chips, butter, ghee, pizza, cheese, palm oil and cream refined carbohydrates , such as white pasta and white bread fried foods , such as takeaways, fish and chips, bacon or anything else deep-fried The best foods to eat while taking Wegovy include: lots of lean proteins , such as tofu, eggs, seafood, chicken, turkey, fish and tempeh lots of fruits and vegetables aim for around 5 to 10 a day some low-fat dairy , such as feta, low-fat Greek yogurt and skimmed milk or dairy alternatives like oat milk a small amount of healthy fats (about 10% of your calories at each meal), such as avocado, nuts, olive oil, eggs and dark chocolate A balanced, healthy diet is important for losing weight on Wegovy
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