What are GLP-1 support meals?
GLP-1 support meals have been specifically designed by our chefs and in-house nutrition team we’ve focused on packing nutrition into every mouthful. These smaller meals are designed around premium proteins, quality carbs and a wide range of whole foods. We’ve avoided overly rich, fatty and super spicy meals and have aimed for a range of cuisines that both nourish and comfort. These meals are not intended to replicate, replace or mimic the action of GLP-1 medications and are not a substitute for medical treatment. Speak to your healthcare professional for personalised advice.
Who are GLP-1 Support meals suitable for?
GLP-1 Support meals are smaller, balanced meals designed for people who have a reduced appetite or who experience early fullness. It is important to check these meals are right for your individual health and nutrition needs. Regular monitoring and oversight from your health professional is essential.
What dietary guidelines do the GLP-1 Support meals follow?
Our GLP-1 Friendly recipes have been developed with our in-house culinary and nutrition expertise (1,2). Each meal has 25-40g protein from whole foods like fish, seafood, chicken and red meat. Meals contain quality carbs like wholegrains, legumes, and starchy vegetables and include 1-2+ serves of veggies per plate. We’ve considered the balance and volume of food on the plate. Recipes range from 250-450 calories per plate so you can pick and choose the options most suitable to you.
Are GLP-1 Support meals suitable if I am on a very low-calorie diet (VLCD) or recovering from bariatric surgery with a reduced food intake?
Our GLP-1 Friendly recipes are designed for people who require smaller, protein-rich meals. They may be suitable around 6–12 months after bariatric surgery or from about 12 weeks post-VLCD during the food reintroduction phase. As individual needs vary, always check with your healthcare professional or dietitian before making dietary changes.
Can my whole household eat GLP-1 Support meals?
GLP-1 Support meals are available as serves 1 because they have specifically been designed for people taking GLP-1 medications where appetite is affected.
If your whole household wants to eat better and feel great there plenty of options (20+ meals each week) in Fresh Start for the whole household to enjoy.
What is the difference between GLP-1 Support meals and Fresh Start?
GLP-1 Support meals are available as serve 1 only and are specifically designed for people taking GLP-1 medications where appetite is affected.
GLP-1 Support meals are generally smaller portions with a considered approach to packing nutrition into every mouthful. There are 8 options each week to choose from (4 recipes and 4 ready meals).
Fresh Start meals generally contain a larger volume of food and a wider variety of options and cuisines for you to select from. You can also have Fresh Start meals as serves 2 or serves 4 – to suit different household sizes. Fresh Start meals are perfect for anyone who is looking to maintain weight loss or where they are transitioning to a lower medication dose where appetite is increased.
What nutrition information do you provide?
For every recipe, we show you full nutrition information including the calories/kilojoules, protein, total fat, saturated fat, carbohydrate, sugars and sodium per serve. You can compare and choose the best option for you. For every ready meal, we also show you the dietary fibre.
Please note our per serve nutrition information is based on standard produce sizes and at times there may be variations or changes (e.g. you may receive different sized potatoes or carrots week to week, or variations in produce due to availability). This may impact on the volume of food on your plate and how full you may feel.
Will I be able to see any other My Food Bag meals?
When you sign up for the GLP-1 support range, you will only see the 8 meals from this menu each week. However, you can at anytime and change your subscription to one of our other Fresh Start or My Food Bag meal kits.
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