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Why choose Fresh Start GLP-1 Friendly?
Our purpose is to help all New Zealanders eat and live well. This means real food as nature intended.
The food and nutrition approach to our GLP-1 friendly meals is based on the latest guidelines and is guided by our in-house culinary and nutrition expertise (1,2).
We’ve focused on quality nutrition from whole foods in every mouthful. This includes a reduced volume of food, premium proteins, quality carbs and a wide range of whole foods contributing dietary fibre. We’ve also considered fat, sodium (salt) and veggie bulk for each meal.
Choose from 3, 4, or 5 nights of meals for serves 1 delivered to your doorstep with everything you need to create healthy, tasty and balanced dinners.
These meals are not intended to replicate, replace or mimic the action of GLP-1 medications and are not a substitute for medical treatment. Speak to your healthcare professional for personalised advice.
Frequently asked questions
What are GLP-1 friendly meals?
GLP-1 friendly meals are small, protein-packed and balanced meals designed by our chefs and nutrition team to be nutrient-dense, easy to tolerate and simple to prep. We’ve avoided overly rich, fatty and super spicy meals and have aimed for a range of cuisines that both nourish and comfort. These meals are not intended to replicate, replace or mimic the action of GLP-1 medications and are not a substitute for medical treatment. Speak to your healthcare professional for personalised advice.
What nutrition guidelines do GLP-1 friendly meals follow?
Our GLP-1 Friendly meals have been developed with our in-house culinary and nutrition expertise (1,2). Given the importance of protein. Each meal has 25-40g protein from whole foods like fish, seafood, chicken and red meat. Meals contain quality carbs like wholegrains, legumes, and starchy vegetables and include 1-2+ serves of veggies per plate. We’ve considered the balance and volume of food on the plate. Recipes range from 250-450 calories per plate so you can pick and choose the options most suitable to you.
Who are GLP-1 Friendly meals designed for?
GLP-1 Friendly meals are small, balanced, protein-packed meals designed to serve one person. They have been created for people taking GLP-1 medications who have a reduced appetite or who experience early fullness. As everyone's nutritional needs are different, it's important to check these meals are suitable for your individual needs. Regular monitoring and guidance from your healthcare professional is recommended.
What nutrition information do you provide?
For every recipe, we show you full nutrition information including the calories/kilojoules, protein, total fat, saturated fat, carbohydrate, sugars and sodium per serve. You can compare and choose the best option for you. For every ready meal we show you the dietary fibre too. Please note our per serve nutrition information is based on standard produce sizes and at times there may be variation or changes (e.g. you may receive different sized potatoes or carrots week to week, or variations in produce due to availability). This may impact on the volume of food on your plate and how full you may feel.
What if I have more than one person in my household?
It is best to get our regular Fresh Start meals that can feed either 2 or 4 people. Each week this menu has 20+ healthy recipes to select from with 5 recipes and 2 ready meals that are high protein (at least 40g per serve) which makes them ideal for others in the household with larger appetites! The easiest way to cater to the differing appetites is to cook a full high protein meal and portion a regular serve into 2 serves for yourself, saving one for lunch or another meal. If you'd like a more specific guide on how to adapt meals to be GLP-1 friendly, please contact our Fresh Start experts.
Are GLP-1 Friendly meals suitable if you are on a very low-calorie diet (VLCD) or following bariatric surgery?
Our GLP-1 Friendly meals are designed for people who require smaller, protein-rich meals. They may be suitable around 6–12 months after bariatric surgery or from about 12 weeks post-VLCD during the food reintroduction phase. As individual needs vary, always check with your healthcare professional or dietitian before making dietary changes.
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Learn MoreReferences: 1. Mozaffarian D et al. Nutritional priorities to support GLP-1 therapy for obesity: A joint Advisory from the American College of Lifestyle Medicine, the American Society for Nutrition, the Obesity Medicine Association, and The Obesity Society. Obesity (Silver Spring). 2025; 1-29. 2. Almandoz JP et al. Nutritional considerations with antiobesity medications. Obesity (Silver Spring). 2024 Sep;32(9):1613-1631.