Starting a weight loss journey with Mounjaro (Tirzepatide) is not just about taking medication – it’s about embracing a holistic approach that includes the foods you eat to give you the best long term results.
While Mounjaro generally doesn’t interact with specific foods, choosing the right foods is critical to improve its effectiveness and manage your body’s response to the medication.
To help you make the most of your Mounjaro experience, we’ve put together some helpful tips and tricks including choosing foods that support your journey to reach your weight loss goals. Let’s get started!

How Mounjaro Works

To get the most out of this weight loss medication it’s important to understand how Mounjaro works. There are two main functions of this medication that make it so useful for helping manage your weight.

• Appetite Regulation: Mounjaro mimics GLP-1 and GIP hormones, signalling fullness to the brain and helping reduce food intake.
• Digestive Timing: It slows stomach emptying, prolonging satiety to help manage appetite effectively.

To get the most out of taking Mounjaro it’s essential that you combine it with healthy eating habits, for anyone taking Mounjaro we recommend the following practises:

• Stay Hydrated: Aim for 6 to 8 glasses of water daily to maintain hydration, crucial for enhancing weight loss.
• Timing Fluid Intake: Avoid liquids during and 30 minutes before and after meals to optimise Mounjaro’s effectiveness.
• Manage Meal Sizes: Eat smaller, more manageable meals to reduce gastrointestinal discomfort and enhance Mounjaro’s satiety effects.
• Prioritise Protein: Include lean proteins daily to support satiety and muscle maintenance, crucial for weight loss.
• Increase Fibre Intake: Consume plenty of fibre to aid digestion, control appetite, and complement Mounjaro’s weight management effects.
• Choose Low-Fat and Low-Sugar Options: Opt for foods low in fats and sugars to prevent blood sugar spikes and support sustained energy.
• Limit Alcohol Consumption: Alcohol can reduce Mounjaro’s effectiveness and exacerbate side effects.
• Chew Thoroughly: Properly chewing food can improve digestion and nutrient absorption, enhancing Mounjaro’s benefits.
• Light Activity After Meals: Engage in mild activities like walking post-meal to aid digestion and blood sugar management.

Recommended Foods on Mounjaro

There are foods we can eat that are beneficial for digestion, help us keep fuller for longer and ultimately contribute towards healthy and sustained weight loss. Alongside taking weight loss medication, we recommend incorporating these sorts of foods into your diet. If you can’t have any of these foods because of dietary restrictions or allergies, speak to our team of pharmacists who can advise you and refer you to nutrition groups in your area.

• Lean Proteins: Skinless poultry, fish, egg whites, tofu, and Greek yogurt.
• Whole Grains: Opt for brown rice, quinoa, oats, and whole wheat bread for long-lasting energy.
• Non-Starchy Vegetables: Include vegetables like leafy greens, bell peppers, and cucumbers that are low in calories but high in nutrients.
• Fruits: Choose fibre-rich fruits like apples and berries to satisfy sweet cravings healthily.
• Healthy Fats: Incorporate avocados, nuts, and seeds that provide essential fatty acids.
• Legumes and Beans: These are great sources of plant-based protein and fibre.
• Dairy and Alternatives: Include calcium-rich foods like milk, yogurt, and cheese for bone and muscle health.
• Fermented Foods: Consume foods like yogurt and kefir to support digestive health.

Foods to Avoid on Mounjaro

It makes sense that with foods that can help with weight loss, there are those that will make it more difficult to lose weight, even when taking weight loss medication. To minimise side effects and maximise the effectiveness of Mounjaro, consider limiting foods like the following:

• Carbonated Drinks: These can cause bloating and discomfort.
• Highly Processed Foods: This is no surprise. Limit intake of highly processed and fast foods to avoid unhealthy fats and additives that can impede weight loss.
• Sugary and Fried Foods: These contribute to calorie excess and nutrient deficiencies.

Meal Ideas for Mounjaro Users

Starting a weight loss journey, even with medication to help, can be a daunting step to take. When you’re adjusting your diet to new foods and different habits it can be difficult to know where to start. Luckily, there is so much information online to help you with meal inspiration and we’re here to answer any questions you have about Mounjaro and how to use it effectively.

To help you get started with changing your diet, why not take inspiration from this example menu below.

• Breakfast: Try Greek yogurt with berries or scrambled tofu with vegetables.
• Lunch: A grilled chicken salad or quinoa and chickpea salad fits well.
• Dinner: Opt for baked salmon with vegetables or a turkey and vegetable stir-fry.
• Snacks: Consider a protein-packed trail mix or hummus with carrot sticks.

For more information the goodFood BBC is dedicated to great recipes that are filtered by calorie count, vegetarian and time to cook to help inspire you in the kitchen.

Adopting a balanced diet tailored to support Mounjaro can significantly enhance your weight loss efforts. Combine these dietary adjustments with regular physical activity to leverage the full potential of Mounjaro for sustainable health improvements. After all, it makes the most sense to combine this weight loss medication with a healthy lifestyle to give you the best results and set you up with life long habits to keep the weight off when you’re no longer using the medication.

If you’re considering starting to use Mounjaro to support wight loss and you’re not sure if it’s right for you or if you’d like more information we’re happy to help. Fill in our quick form to arrange a call back and one of our pharmacists will call you back.

Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet or medication regimen. Remember, this information is educational and not a substitute for professional medical advice.