There is no official Wegovy diet, but guidance from the manufacturer and dietitians points the same way. Favor lean proteins (fish, poultry, eggs, beans, tofu), vegetables and fruit, fiber-rich whole grains added gradually, and plenty of fluids. Limit greasy, fried and very high-fat foods, sugary drinks and sweets, large portions, and alcohol, because Wegovy slows stomach emptying and rich food can sit longer and worsen nausea or heartburn. Eat slowly, stop when full, and let your prescriber or registered dietitian set your personal targets.
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Wegovy (semaglutide) slows how quickly the stomach empties and lowers appetite. Food that digests slowly — especially fatty, fried or very large meals — can sit longer and may contribute to nausea, indigestion or heartburn. Novo Nordisk's own side-effect guidance suggests eating more slowly, avoiding greasy foods, not lying down after eating and staying hydrated.
Wegovy now comes as a weekly injection and a daily tablet, and they have different food-timing instructions: the label says the tablet is taken on an empty stomach in the morning with a small amount of water, then a wait before food. Follow the Medication Guide for your exact product — this list is about what you eat, not when you take the medicine.
Start with a palm-sized portion of protein, add a vegetable, then a small portion of a whole grain or starch if you still have room. Eat slowly. Smaller, more frequent meals may be easier — ask your care team whether that fits your plan. For a week of structure, use our Wegovy meal plan builder or download the free 7-day GLP-1 meal planning template (PDF). Shot day guidance is in our GLP-1 shot-day meals guide.
Low appetite makes it easy to skip meals or default to snacks. Having portioned, protein-forward meals already in the fridge removes the decision. SmashMeals cooks in a dedicated gluten-free kitchen in Kingsport, Tennessee and posts current nutrition details for each meal so you can compare them with your own plan — see the GLP-1 meal guide and this week's menu.
No. Wegovy's labeling does not prescribe a diet. The manufacturer's side-effect guidance suggests eating slowly, avoiding greasy foods and staying hydrated, and dietitians generally recommend lean proteins, produce, fiber and fluids while limiting fried, fatty and sugary foods.
Commonly limited foods include greasy and fried foods, very high-fat meals, sugary drinks and sweets, highly processed snacks, spicy foods if they bother you, alcohol and very large portions.
The manufacturer lists bland, low-fat foods such as crackers, toast and rice, and water-rich foods such as soups and gelatin. Eat slowly and avoid lying down right after eating. Contact your prescriber if nausea is severe or persistent.
Protein needs vary by person. Ask your prescriber or a registered dietitian to set your target; this guide does not give a universal number.
The same general principles are commonly given for other GLP-1 and GIP/GLP-1 medicines because they also slow stomach emptying, but follow the instructions for your specific medication.
Wegovy is a registered trademark of Novo Nordisk. SmashMeals is not affiliated with or endorsed by its manufacturer. SmashMeals is a food company, not a health care provider.
This guide is general information, not medical advice. Follow your prescriber's and care team's guidance.
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