It's the weight-loss drug that has sky-rocketed in popularity thanks to its ability to manage weight gain and diabetes, but Ozempic comes with a host of side effects . Semiglutide works by regulating your blood sugar levels, slowing your stomach emptying and reducing your hunger levels which can cause nausea, bloating and stomach pain.

As a nutritionist, I'm often asked whether there are certain foods you should and shouldn't eat while on the drug and yes, there are definite ones to avoid. Here are my top suggestions.

Why certain foods worsen side effects

Ozempic slows the digestion which means foods hang around in the gut longer and can cause symptoms. Greasy foods for example, can cause indigestion and nausea or trigger heartburn. Certain foods low in fibre or starchy vegetables

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