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Thanksgiving foods to skip while taking ozempic or other weight-loss drugs, says dietitian

For individuals taking GLP1 medications such as Ozempic, Thanksgiving doesnt have to be restrictive, but specific foods and beverages need caution. Dietitian Kylie Bensley recommends avoiding mac and cheese, candied yams, and heavy or cream-based alcoholic drinks because of their impact on blood sugar and digestion. Safer choices are protein packed foods, vegetables, light desserts like pumpkin pie, and spritzers instead of sugary cocktails.