Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1s) like Ozempic (semaglutide) help manage blood sugar levels and support weight loss, but they do so by slowing the rate at which your stomach empties. Fast foods that are highly processed and high in fat can sit in the digestive tract for longer, leading to uncomfortable and unwanted side effects when you eat them while taking GLP-1s.

1. You May Experience Heartburn

Heartburn may be more likely if you eat certain foods while taking GLP-1s . These medications delay gastric emptying, which creates the opportunity for acid reflux to occur.

Spicy, fried, fatty, or acidic foods are known to worsen symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) , like heartburn. Note that you might be especially likely to experience this symptom w

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