Healthy food gross now, junk food ok?

Just_Jilly_K

Just_Jilly_K

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Hey everyone! I've been taking a GLP-1 med for about a quarter of a year now, mainly to get my cravings and constant hunger under control. I'm staying at a low dose because the side effects are minimal so far. I'm gradually losing some pounds, which is fine, but I'm mostly happy that I'm no longer obsessing over food all the time and eating way too much. It's been great :)

But here's the thing: I used to enjoy eating grilled chicken and steamed veggies, or like, a hearty vegetable and barley soup. Now I can barely stand the thought of them. I'd almost rather not eat. But if you put a slice of pizza, or a plate of noodles in front of me, I'll eat it like a normal person. I haven't eaten a lot of bread in years, but suddenly I want all the bread. Is this happening to anyone else?
 
You're so right, @Just_Jilly_K. I'm experiencing the same thing. Seriously, I heard all about how these meds were supposed to make you crave healthy food, but that's bogus. All I want is crap. Healthy food seems harder to choke down than ever.
 
It definitely shifts from week to week. A month ago, I was dying for grilled meats and green stuff. But this past week all I can stomach are things like ramen noodles and little bits of fried potatoes. I haven't changed my dose recently, either.
 
I'm all about cake right now. I used to spend so much time cooking elaborate meals with whole foods, and I actually enjoyed grocery shopping and prepping. Now I just grab some pre-made meals from the store and maybe throw in some frozen veggies. And I've been known to eat a cone of soft serve for lunch, followed by a tiny slice of sponge cake.
 
It's interesting how differently everyone reacts. Junk food doesn't tempt me at all. But I definitely crave real food.
 
I'm wanting more junk than I used to, but I'm eating it in smaller quantities, so I've still lost maybe ten pounds. It's frustrating because I want to establish better eating habits.
 
I thought it was just me! Before starting my medication, I was super into healthy eating – salads with everything for lunch and dinner, berries, nuts, lots of vegetables and a little fruit. Now, it all seems so unappealing. Last night I had air-popped popcorn with butter for dinner. What is happening?!
 
It took a bit, but this started happening to me too. I had already changed my eating habits beforehand and cut out fast food, restaurant food, and stuff like that. Then I couldn't even look at it anymore.

After being on these meds for a while now, my food preferences and tastes have changed several times. Eventually, I come back around to enjoying healthy foods again, so it cycles.
 
Yeah, @FoxIRL641, these meds can really mess with your tastes and eating habits. I used to be a healthy eater; I genuinely enjoyed eating healthy things. Now, chicken makes me want to gag. My go-tos now are protein bars, shakes, and salads, but it really just depends on the day. Sometimes something sounds good, but two bites in, I'm done. Five minutes later, I can eat a cookie and be perfectly fine. I still think everything in small amounts is okay.
 
I used to love grilled chicken, but I can't stand it anymore. I'll eat other meats, but anything with grilled or rotisserie chicken is off the table. Oddly, I've got a new thing for bread and toast, probably because of some mild nausea.
 
Wow, good to know I'm not the only one! I had a sweet tooth before, but I craved 'normal' food too. Now it's just sweets—glazed doughnuts and ice cream sandwiches. I eat less of them, but my diet is horrible now. I just don't want to eat much of anything.

I haven't lost much weight but I've not been putting the effort in to calorie count and exercise either.
 
I've been seeing a lot of people talk about protein shakes as a way to get enough protein when your appetite is suppressed. Any recommendations for ones that don't cause bloating or other digestive issues?
 
I swear by Fairlife protein shakes. The chocolate ones taste just like chocolate milk! Plus, they have lactose-free options if that's something you need.
 
It's important to remember that these medications are tools, not miracle cures.
Casey_79 said:
I haven't lost much weight but I've not been putting the effort in to calorie count and exercise either.
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Weight loss and improved health require a holistic approach, including diet and exercise. The medication can reduce cravings and appetite, but consistent effort is still necessary to reach your goals.
 
I've been replacing one meal a day with a protein shake. I like Oikos Pro yogurt. It has 20g of protein and no added sugar, plus it's only 130 calories.
 
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