WEIGHT LOSS
What nobody tells you about the first two weeks on GLP-1 medication
By The Pomegranate team · 12 July 2026 · 8 min read
Week one: the adjustment
The goal of the first fortnight isn't weight loss. It's finding the dose your body tolerates comfortably. Nausea, smaller meals and earlier fullness are common. Call your physician if you cannot keep fluids down, or if symptoms feel severe rather than inconvenient.
What's normal, what isn't
Mild nausea, constipation and a changed relationship with food are expected. Persistent vomiting, severe abdominal pain, or signs of dehydration are not — those need a same-day call to the care team.
Eating on a smaller appetite
Protein first, then vegetables, then the rest of the plate. Keep meals you already recognise. The aim is enough food without forcing volume your stomach no longer wants.
When to call your physician
Use the patient dashboard or WhatsApp line if doses feel too high, if you miss injections, or if you are unsure whether a symptom is expected. This is not emergency care — for urgent symptoms, call 112.
This article is for educational purposes only and does not replace individualized medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
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