The Ravanio blog

Kind, practical guidance for your journey

Clear, jargon-free articles on GLP-1 medicines, food and healthy habits, written by a pharmacist-led team. Educational, and never a substitute for your own clinician.

GLP-1 guidance

Your First Weeks on a GLP-1: What to Expect, Week by Week

A pharmacist's calm, week-by-week guide to starting a GLP-1 medicine like Mounjaro or Wegovy: what to expect, how to ease early side effects, and how to build habits that last.

Umeed Sanjesh, MPharm · 6 min read
GLP-1 guidance

Losing Weight Without Losing Muscle

How to keep your muscle while losing weight on a GLP-1: the protein target, the case for resistance exercise, and the warning signs you are losing more than fat.

Umeed Sanjesh, MPharm · 3 min read
GLP-1 guidance

Managing Common GLP-1 Side Effects: A Pharmacist's Guide

Practical, pharmacist-written ways to ease nausea, constipation and tiredness on a GLP-1 medicine like Mounjaro or Wegovy, and clear guidance on when to contact your prescriber.

Umeed Sanjesh, MPharm · 4 min read
Nutrition

What to Eat on a GLP-1: Simple Meals for a Smaller Appetite

A pharmacist's practical guide to eating well on Mounjaro, Wegovy or another GLP-1: what to prioritise, what to go easy on, and easy meal ideas when your appetite is small.

Umeed Sanjesh, MPharm · 4 min read
Nutrition

Protein on a GLP-1: How Much You Need, and Why It Matters More Now

A pharmacist's guide to getting enough protein while you lose weight on a GLP-1. How much you need, the easiest sources, and simple ways to hit your target when your appetite is low.

Umeed Sanjesh, MPharm · 5 min read
Nutrition

Staying Hydrated on a GLP-1: Why It Matters More Than You Think

A pharmacist's guide to staying hydrated on a GLP-1 medicine. Why it eases side effects, how much to aim for, and simple ways to drink more when you do not feel thirsty.

Umeed Sanjesh, MPharm · 4 min read
Habits

Building Habits That Outlast the Prescription

A pharmacist's guide to building weight-loss habits that stick, using the science of tiny changes. Why the GLP-1 window is the best time to start, and how to make habits automatic.

Umeed Sanjesh, MPharm · 4 min read