Step four: starting retatrutide After the full washout period, you begin retatrutide
It plays a key role in how the body regulates hunger - slowing stomach emptying, signaling fullness to the brain, and helping stabilize blood sugar between meals
Family physicians can take a look at your whole health history and help devise a tailored plan for you, she says
GLP-1 also reduces the speed at which food passes through the digestive system
Coverage is available if you meet strict requirements: BMI 30 (or 27 with comorbidity), failed 2+ other weight loss medications, AND tried semaglutide for at least 6 months
Popular GLP-1 medications include semaglutide and tirzepatide, which have helped many individuals achieve meaningful weight loss when combined with healthy lifestyle changes