The Anti-Inflammatory Diet: The Perfect Partner for Weight Loss Meds

Are you making your medication do all the heavy lifting? I see it all the time. A patient gets on a GLP-1, loses a few pounds, but still feels "inflamed"—joint pain, skin issues, and lingering fatigue. The truth is, weight loss is only half the battle.

If you want to feel truly vibrant, you need to change the "environment" your medication is working in.

Why Inflammation Matters

Chronic inflammation is like a low-grade fire in your body. It makes insulin resistance worse and can even dampen the effects of weight loss drugs. According to research on inflammation, a diet high in processed sugars and trans fats keeps this fire burning.

When you pair a drug like Mounjaro with anti-inflammatory foods, you aren't just losing weight; you are healing your cells.

What to Put on Your Plate

Focus on the "Big Three" of anti-inflammatory eating:

1. Omega-3s: Think wild-caught fish, walnuts, and flaxseeds. These are like water for the inflammatory fire.
2. Leafy Greens: Spinach and kale are loaded with antioxidants that protect your tissues.
3. Berries: Blueberries and strawberries contain anthocyanins that help regulate your immune response.

Making the Shift

Don't try to change everything overnight. Start by swapping one processed snack for a piece of fruit or some nuts. You'll notice that the side effects of your medication—like nausea or bloating—often get better when you stop eating inflammatory "trigger" foods.

The problem is that high-quality, fresh food is expensive. And if you're already paying $1,000 for your meds, you probably don't have much left for the organic section. We help solve that by getting your med costs down to $40, so you can actually afford to eat well.

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