Being overweight is defined by a body mass index (BMI) of 25 to 29.9, while obesity means you have a BMI of 30 or higher
We routinely incorporate these medications into pre-surgical weight loss plans, helping patients achieve a safe weight to receive the bariatric procedure of their choice
Remove or minimize foods that trigger overeating
The BALANCE Model, announced December 2025, creates a Medicare GLP-1 payment demonstration beginning July 2026
GLP-1 Amplifier rapidly returns the body to ketosis (fat burning state) in a matter of a few days, rather than weeks
In people, we dont have the answer to that question yet, Wellberg said, but in animal research models, there seems to be evidence that GLP-1s are beneficial by themselves, even in the absence of obesity. Some research suggests that GLP-1 drugs may affect the immune system, rather than lowering the risk for specific cancers, Wellberg said