How I’ve Enjoy Food on Weekends While on Semaglutide or Tirzepatide (Ozempic/Zepbound)

Welcome to GLP Lifestyle, where I document my journey with weight loss using medications like Semaglutide (Wegovy/Ozempic) and Tirzepatide (Mounjaro/Zepbound)—plus the lifestyle changes I’ve made. This isn’t just about the medication; it’s about learning to live in a way that feels balanced, sustainable, and enjoyable.

One of the biggest shifts for me has been how I approach weekends. In the past, weekends were my “cheat days,” which often spiraled into overeating and feeling like I had to “reset” on Monday. Now, things are different—not because I’ve become super strict, but because my relationship with food has changed. Here’s how I still enjoy the foods I love without feeling like I’m sabotaging my progress.

My favorite supplements to maintain my nutrient intake now that I’m eating less.

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1. I Don’t Deny Myself the Foods I Enjoy

The biggest mental shift I’ve had is realizing that I don’t need to cut out my favorite foods to be successful. I can have pizza, burgers, or dessert if I want them—I just don’t feel the urge to overdo it anymore. Medications like Semaglutide and Tirzepatide help with that. They don’t eliminate cravings completely – I still think about pizza, like often – but I’m far less impulsive, and that was always a problem for me.

Now, I enjoy it, guilt-free, in a portion that feels satisfying rather than excessive. It’s still a new feeling for me. I can have one slice of pizza and wait, instead of rushing to the next one.

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2. Eating Slowly Makes a Huge Difference

This one caught me off guard. I used to eat pretty quickly, but now I’ve realized that if I don’t slow down, I get way fuller than I expect—and not in a good way. On GLP-1 medications, that feeling of fullness can sneak up fast, and it’s definitely more intense than before.

Now, I make a conscious effort to put my fork down between bites, sip water, and really taste my food. Not only does this help me enjoy my meals more, but it also prevents that uncomfortable, “I overdid it” feeling that can happen if I’m not paying attention.

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3. My Cravings Feel Different—And That’s a Good Thing

I still crave food. Let’s be real—I love food. But the cravings feel less urgent now. It’s like my brain hits the brakes before I dive headfirst into a bag of chips. I can acknowledge a craving without feeling like I have to act on it immediately.

This doesn’t mean I’ve become some willpower superhero. It just means I have space to think, “Do I really want this, or am I just bored/tired/stressed?” And when I do choose to indulge, it’s because I genuinely want to—not because I feel out of control.

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4. Weekends Are About Enjoyment, Not Overindulgence

The biggest win for me has been redefining what “enjoying the weekend” looks like. It used to mean eating everything I couldn’t have during the week. Now, it means having a great meal with friends, savoring my favorite foods, and waking up on Monday feeling good—not like I need to undo the damage.

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Final Thoughts

With Semaglutide (Wegovy/Ozempic) or Tirzepatide (Mounjaro/Zepbound), I’ve found that I can still enjoy food—weekends included—without falling into the old cycle of restriction and bingeing. It’s all about mindfulness, slowing down, and realizing that I’m in control, not my cravings.

My favorite supplements to maintain my nutrient intake now that I’m eating less.

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