Here's the science bit: drugs like Ozempic, WeGovy and Mounjaro work as GLP-1 agonists - essentially, they mimic the effects of our natural GLP-1 production, meaning they can help treat obesity and conditions such as diabetes, and insulin sensitivities such as polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS)
With branded options now deemed fully available, the agency plans to crack down on compounded GLP-1 medications as soon as this month a regulatory pivot that could reshape access for patients like Rising overnight
Healthy fats, such as those found in avocados, nuts, seeds, and olive oil, support hormone production and overall health
Chipping away at access and stigma, Ro partnered with Serena Williams to humanize treatment, WeightWatchers enlisted Queen Latifah for GLP-1s x menopause, and Hims acquired compounding pharmacies, despite being cut off by Novo Nordisk
For example, a major trial published in The New England Journal of Medicine reported greater average weight loss among participants receiving semaglutide compared with placebo
Many patients also benefit from hormone optimization to support metabolism and energy during their weight loss journey
