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Dietitian Kylie Bensley advises skipping macaroni and cheese if you're on Ozempic due to potential digestion issues

People using GLP-1 medications should also avoid candied yams because they can significantly affect blood sugar levels, Bensley says

Bensley suggests choosing lighter drinks like wine spritzers instead of heavy cocktails to better manage blood sugar levels

Thanksgiving Day doesn't have to be limiting for those taking GLP-1 medications such as Ozempic for diabetes or weight loss — but experts say some holiday favorites should be avoided.

On the no list? "I would definitely say mac and cheese," dietitian Kylie Bensley, founder of the women's nutrition company Sulinu , tells PEOPLE.

She adds, "It's one of those dishes that you really can't make low-fat, y

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