Build a short list of meals you enjoy and can prepare. Use it as the starting point for personalised nutrition advice.
Start with your own appetite and routine
Wegovy acts on appetite control, helping you feel fuller and less hungry. It is used alongside diet and physical activity.
Look at an ordinary day before drawing up a new menu. Note when you have time to eat, what food is available at home or work, and which meals you find easiest to prepare. Bring that picture to your appointment.
A practical starting point is to choose two breakfasts, two lunches and two dinners you would be happy to repeat. Keep a simple option for days when cooking is difficult.
Meal ideas to adapt with your dietitian
| Meal | An everyday idea | An easy variation |
|---|---|---|
| Breakfast | Porridge with yoghurt and fruit | Toast with egg and tomato |
| Lunch | A chicken and salad sandwich | A hummus and salad wrap |
| Dinner | Fish, rice and vegetables | Tofu, rice and vegetables |
| Little preparation | Tinned beans with toast and tomato | Yoghurt, fruit and oats |
These are starting ideas, not a prescribed menu. Choose foods that suit your preferences, allergies and any food plan already agreed with your clinician. Ask our dietitian about portions and substitutions for your circumstances.
For a vegetarian shopping list, you might start with beans, lentils, tofu, hummus, oats, bread, rice, vegetables and fruit. If you eat dairy or eggs, add the options you enjoy. For a mixed menu, choose a few easy meat or fish options instead of buying ingredients for a different recipe every night.
Make a short, flexible shopping list
- Choose the meals you want to make before shopping.
- Check what is already in the fridge, freezer and cupboard.
- Group the list by meal ingredients so you can see what is missing.
- Add one quick meal for a busy day.
- Note any food questions to bring to your dietitian rather than buying unfamiliar supplements.
For example, a rice-and-vegetable dinner can be prepared with the vegetables already in your freezer. A sandwich or wrap can use ingredients selected for the following day's lunch. The aim is a routine you can organise and discuss, with room for your preferences.
Bring a food-routine note to your appointment
| Write down | What to include |
|---|---|
| Meals and drinks | A short account of an ordinary day. |
| Appetite | When you feel hungry or full and what has changed. |
| Practical barriers | Time, budget, access to food or cooking facilities. |
| Your question | The one part of eating you most want help with. |
Our dietitian supports people using obesity medicines with nutrition strategies tailored to their needs, including eating habits and side-effect concerns.
Vomiting and diarrhoea can cause dehydration during Wegovy treatment. Drink enough fluids and discuss concerns with your doctor.
Use our Wegovy side-effects guide for symptoms that need medical help. If you are thinking about a treatment change, prepare for a review before stopping Wegovy.
Make food advice personal
Tell us about your appetite, food preferences and daily routine. Our dietitian can help you work through the questions that matter to you.
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