Tomas Mitkus urges GLP-1 users to increase fiber intake to improve gut health

3 articles · Updated · Fit and Well · Apr 25

London-based nutritionist Tomas Mitkus recommends GLP-1 users aim for 25g (women) or 30g (men) of daily fiber, noting most people only consume half these amounts.
Mitkus highlights that increased fiber can reduce side effects like constipation and indigestion, and may aid weight loss by supporting the gut microbiome, which often suffers with reduced nutrient intake from appetite suppression.
He suggests practical swaps such as lentil-based pasta and chicory root syrup, and emphasizes that while protein remains essential, fiber is a key nutrient for long-term digestive and metabolic health, especially for those on weight loss medications.

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