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EAT SMART on Your GLP-1:

A Science-Based, Practical Plan for Eating Right and Staying Healthy on Today's Most Popular GLP-1 Medications

This concise, easy-to-follow guide shows you exactly how to nourish your body, protect your muscle, and build sustainable habits while using today's most popular GLP-1 medications. The book also has tools for success to simplify your journey.

With the expansion of GLP-1 access, millions of people are navigating appetite changes, rapid weight loss, digestive symptoms, and new nutrition needs. EAT SMART provides the clear, practical, evidence-based guidance they need.

Written by Leslene Gordon, PhD, RDN, LDN · About the author

Inside the book

Six things you will learn

1

What to eat — and what to avoid — while taking GLP-1 medications

Discover the foods that support appetite changes, reduce nausea, and keep your energy steady.

2

How to protect your muscle while losing weight

Learn the essential protein targets, strength-building strategies, and nutrient priorities that prevent muscle loss.

3

A simple, flexible eating plan that works with your reduced appetite

No complicated rules. No restrictive diets. Just clear, realistic guidance you can follow every day.

4

How to manage common GLP-1 side effects with smart nutrition

Practical strategies for nausea, constipation, dehydration, and taste changes.

5

The science behind GLP-1 medications — explained clearly

Understand how these medications work in your body and why nutrition matters more than ever.

6

How to stay healthy long-term — even after you stop the medication

Build habits that support lasting weight management, stable blood sugar, and lifelong wellness.

Why this book is different

Evidence-based nutrition, not influencer advice

Unlike generic diet books or influencer advice, EAT SMART on Your GLP-1 is grounded in evidence-based nutrition and real-world clinical experience. It is written for people using GLP-1 medications right now — with practical steps that fit your appetite, your schedule, and your health goals.

Whether you are just starting your medication or already well into your journey, this book gives you the clarity, confidence, and structure you have been missing.

Perfect for readers who want a clear, trustworthy plan from a qualified health professional

  • A short, actionable guide they can read in one sitting
  • A way to feel better, eat better, and stay healthy while losing weight
  • A resource that complements their medical care — not replaces it

Written for patients, caregivers, clinicians, and anyone seeking to stay healthy while using GLP-1 medications.

Take charge of your health. Eat smarter. Feel better. Stay strong. Your GLP-1 journey deserves a plan that works. Leslene Gordon, PhD, RDN, LDN

This book is educational and is intended to complement, not replace, care from your own health professional.

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