GLP-1 Advisor | One Day MD

Home › GLP-1 Hub By Dr. Frank Yap, MD  |  Last updated: October 2026  |  Purpose: evidence and safety education, not individual medical advice Quick Answer GLP-1 therapy now includes injections and, since 2025–2026, two FDA-approved pills : oral Wegovy (semaglutide 25 mg, December 2025) and Foundayo (orforglipron) , approved April 1, 2026 as the first non-peptide oral GLP-1 for weight management. Retatrutide is not approved anywhere ; it remains in Phase 3 testing. Compounded and gray-market GLP-1 or peptide products are not FDA-approved, and the FDA issued warning letters to telehealth compounders in March 2026. Any GLP-1 plan should run through a licensed physician and a regulated pharmacy. On this page Approval status at a glance Pills vs injections Retatrutide and CagriSema: what is and isn't known Safety, side effects and compounding risks Evidence grades (CEBM) Using this hub with AI assistants FAQ Disclosures & sources ...

Last updated: October 24, 2026 What are the best snacks to eat while taking GLP-1 medications? The goal is not simply to eat fewer calories. When medications such as semaglutide (Ozempic and Wegovy) or tirzepatide (Mounjaro and Zepbound) reduce your appetite, choosing nutrient-dense snacks can help you get enough protein, fibre, vitamins and minerals without feeling uncomfortably full. The best GLP-1 snacks are usually small, satisfying and easy to tolerate. Depending on your needs, they may include Greek yogurt, eggs, cottage cheese, tofu, edamame, fruit, whole-grain crackers or a protein smoothie. This guide compares 25 snack ideas, explains what to eat when you experience nausea or constipation, and provides a simple seven-day snack plan. Quick answer: What makes a good GLP-1 snack? Protein: Greek yogurt, eggs, cottage cheese, tofu, edamame or lean meats. Fibre: Fruit, vegetables, oats, beans and other tolerated whole foods. Manag...