Guidelines continue to be revised however, and basal insulin therapy is now often used much sooner and frequently in combination with oral agents or glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs), rather than postponing insulin therapy until lifestyle modifications and oral agent treatment has failed [2, 3]
The STEP trials remain the gold standard, showing consistent efficacy across diverse patient populations
For those without insurance or paying out of pocket, Zepbound single-dose vials and Zepbound Kwikpen a multi-dose pen where a new needle is attached each week for four weeks may offer a more affordable option
If you are considering GLP-1 medications as part of your weight loss journey, we strongly encourage you to consult with a healthcare professional
Protein synthesis accelerates in muscle tissue
The outlook of more and more consumers who are less hungry and abandoning carbohydrates in favor of proteins is worthy of attention