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Evaluating Candidacy for Semaglutide Eligible candidates for semaglutide weight loss include those with a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or above or a BMI of 27 with associated conditions like hypertension, type 2 diabetes, or high cholesterol
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Consumers utilizing such medication are seeking out new products that offer high protein or fiber content, few added sugars and probiotics/prebiotics, for instance
Of these people, many have other serious chronic illnesses, like high blood pressure or diabetes
"Despite obesity being sas a serious chronic illness with long-term consequences, it's often misclassified as a lifestyle choice, resulting in many employers and the federal government excluding medications like Zepbound from insurance coverage," said Jonsson