For patients whose commercial insurance plans exclude weight loss coveragewhich is estimated to be over 75% of employer-sponsored plansthe drug is financially out of reach
If appropriate, the clinician prescribes a GLP-1 option, such as weekly Semaglutide injections, Tirzepatide injections, or oral GLP-1 drops, with dosing and a titration plan
Sue Decotiis, MD, a weight-loss doctor in New York City
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Your body needs sleep to function correctly and help you achieve your goals
Conversely, sleep deprivation can lead to increased levels of your hunger hormone, causing more food cravings. The risk of muscle loss and sarcopenic obesity while taking GLP-1s is one reason Kumar stressed that people on these medications should be under the supervision of a medical expert and supported by a nutrition expert, such as a registered dietitian who can ensure they are meeting protein needs and avoiding health risks, she said