Other patients may have medical contraindications, limited insurance coverage, high out-of-pocket costs, difficulty following daily pill instructions, or discomfort with self-injection
The Bottom Line Tirzepatide produces more weight loss on average
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Ozempic is approved to treat type 2 diabetes, while Wegovy is approved for chronic weight management
Key Takeaways GLP-1 is your body's natural "I'm full" hormone, and lower levels might contribute to weight gain If you're dealing with perimenopause or postmenopause weight gain, cravings, blood sugar issues, or insulin resistance, extra support can help with achieving and maintaining a healthy weight There's limited evidence that some supplements like fiber, probiotics, and berberine might help boost GLP-1 levels, though they can support weight loss in other more well-researched pathways
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