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A popular smoothie chain just announced it's adding an update to its menu that makes it even easier for people prescribed Ozempic , Mounjaro or other GLP-1 medications to thoughtfully refuel at any one of its nationwide locations. On Tuesday, Smoothie King revealed a new resource had been integrated into its menu system that allows customers to search through a list of dietitian-approved smoothies designed specifically for people following diet modifications related to GLP-1 medications used to control diabetes , PCOS or lose weight . 🤩🤩 SIGN UP for Parade's Trending News newsletter & we'll keep you in the know on the viral pop culture moments & celebrity news everyone is talking about 🗞️🗞️ According to the Oct.
29 press release , the company is the first-ever quick service restaurant to work with a registered dietician and a nonprofit to craft a menu entirely dedicated "to assist the millions of Americans currently taking prescription GLP-1 medications" in maintaining their health and fitness goals. "We know that every individual's path is different, and with the rising use of GLP-1 medications across the country and our customer base, we want to ensure that Smoothie King provides the nutritional resources to match," Wan Kim , CEO of Smoothie King, said in a statement. The Smoothie King GLP-1 Support Menu, as the chain referred to it, features five fiber-rich smoothies with 20 grams of protein or more and no added sugar.
Smoothie King/ PR Newswire "When developing this menu, it was important to offer blends with a thoughtful balance of nutrient-dense, high-protein, fiber-rich foods to support satiety and muscle mass. We were also mindful of sugar ," Molly Kimball , RD, CSSD, a registered dietitian with Ochsner Health—the leading nonprofit healthcare provider in the Gulf South—added. "The featured smoothies incorporate essential ingredients to support the effectiveness of GLP-1 and promote overall metabolic health for all individuals, whether they're taking GLP-1 medications or just looking for a hydrating, protein-rich smoothie option.
" Smoothie King's GLP-1 Support is its fifth line of health-focused menus, joining the Get Fit, Be Well, Manage Weight and Feel Energized Blends. It is currently available to review or order online or via the app. Next: The 13 Best Healthier Candy Brands For Halloween, According to a Registered Dietitian.
