GLP-1 Nutrition Support: What You May Be Missing on Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro or Zepbound
By Earth Energy Supplements · Updated November 12, 2026 · Sources listed below
Short answer: GLP-1 medications such as Ozempic and Wegovy (semaglutide) and Mounjaro and Zepbound (tirzepatide) turn down appetite, so most people eat a lot less. Smaller meals often mean fewer fruits and vegetables and less fiber, magnesium, potassium and calcium. Put protein and produce first, drink water, and use simple supplements, like a fruit and vegetable capsule and magnesium, to cover what small meals leave out. Check any supplement with your prescriber.
12%of US adults reported current or past GLP-1 use in 2024 (6% currently)
11 nutrientsfell significantly below recommended intakes in a 2025 study of GLP-1 users
Fruits & vegservings fell short of guidance, and users tended to overestimate how much they ate
Why nutrition gets harder on a GLP-1
GLP-1 medications slow digestion and quiet hunger. That's how they work, and it's why meals shrink. In 2025, four medical and nutrition societies (the American College of Lifestyle Medicine, the American Society for Nutrition, the Obesity Medicine Association and The Obesity Society) published joint guidance naming nutritional deficiencies from eating fewer calories and loss of muscle and bone among the main challenges for people on these medications.
When you can only eat a few bites, those bites matter more. The guidance points to nutrient-dense foods, enough protein and fiber, and good hydration, ideally with help from a registered dietitian.
The nutrients people on GLP-1s miss most
A 2025 study in Frontiers in Nutrition tracked what people taking semaglutide or tirzepatide actually ate for three days. Intake of fiber, calcium, iron, magnesium, potassium, choline and vitamins A, C, D, E and K was significantly below recommended amounts. Servings of fruits and vegetables fell short of MyPlate guidance, and protein was often too low.
When you fill up after a few bites, the last thing you want is a giant shake or a handful of horse pills. Our supplements were made to be simple, small and honest, which is exactly what a GLP-1 routine needs.
Small daily dosesTwo or three capsules, or one scoop. Nothing that takes up the room you need for food.
Every amount on the labelNo proprietary blends. You and your doctor can see exactly what's in each serving.
Targets real shortfallsProduce variety and magnesium, two of the gaps research found in GLP-1 users.
Low risk to tryOne-time purchase by default, a 30-day money-back guarantee, and free shipping on 3- and 6-packs of capsules.
Protein first. Start each meal with eggs, fish, poultry, Greek yogurt or tofu, then add the rest. Ask your care team for your protein target.
Produce every day. Even a few bites of fruit or vegetables count. A Fruits & Veggies capsule adds plant variety on days your appetite says no.
Cover magnesium. Leafy greens, nuts and beans, or 3 capsules of Magnesium Glycinate for 275 mg.
Drink water. Sip through the day, especially when you're eating less food.
Keep moving and lift something. Strength training helps protect muscle while the scale goes down.
Frequently asked questions
Do you need supplements on Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro or Zepbound?
Not everyone does, but many people eat much less on a GLP-1, and research on GLP-1 users found intakes of fiber, magnesium, potassium, calcium, iron and several vitamins well below recommended levels. Food comes first. A supplement can help cover what smaller meals leave out. Ask your prescriber or a registered dietitian what makes sense for you.
Can I take Earth Energy supplements while on a GLP-1 medication?
Our supplements are foods and minerals, not drugs, and they are not designed to change how any medication works. Because every person and prescription is different, check with your doctor or pharmacist before adding any supplement, and bring the label with you. Every amount is printed on ours.
What nutrients do people on GLP-1s miss most?
In a 2025 study of people using semaglutide or tirzepatide, intakes of fiber, calcium, iron, magnesium, potassium, choline and vitamins A, C, D, E and K were significantly below recommended amounts, and fruit and vegetable servings fell short of MyPlate guidance. Protein was also often too low.
Is a fruit and vegetable supplement a replacement for eating produce?
No. Whole fruits and vegetables give you fiber, water and volume that no capsule can. Fruits & Veggies is a simple way to add plant variety on days when a small appetite means fewer servings. Keep eating produce whenever you can.
Why magnesium on a GLP-1?
Magnesium was one of the nutrients people on GLP-1s most often fell short on. Earth Energy Magnesium Glycinate gives 275 mg of magnesium, 65% of the Daily Value, from 2,500 mg of magnesium glycinate in 3 capsules. Glycinate is a gentle form that many people find easy on the stomach.
What about protein on a GLP-1?
Protein matters for keeping muscle while you lose weight, and many GLP-1 users don't get enough. We don't sell a protein product. Aim to eat protein first at each meal, and ask your care team about your target. Colostrum is not a protein supplement.
Are Earth Energy products made for GLP-1 users?
They weren't designed for one medication, but they fit a GLP-1 routine well: small daily doses (2 or 3 capsules, or one scoop) that won't fill you up, every ingredient amount printed on the label, and a 30-day money-back guarantee. Earth Energy is not affiliated with the makers of Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro or Zepbound.
Is Earth Energy affiliated with Novo Nordisk or Eli Lilly?
No. Ozempic and Wegovy are trademarks of Novo Nordisk. Mounjaro and Zepbound are trademarks of Eli Lilly. Earth Energy is an independent supplement brand and is not affiliated with, endorsed by or sponsored by either company.
This page is general information, not medical advice. Talk to your doctor, pharmacist or a registered dietitian before starting any supplement, especially while taking a prescription medication. Ozempic® and Wegovy® are registered trademarks of Novo Nordisk A/S. Mounjaro® and Zepbound® are registered trademarks of Eli Lilly and Company. Earth Energy is not affiliated with, endorsed by or sponsored by Novo Nordisk or Eli Lilly. *These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.