Tirzepatide is a newer GLP-1 receptor agonist that combines the effects of GLP-1 and GIP (gastric inhibitory peptide) to enhance weight loss and metabolic health
During the binge-eating episode, preference is for foods rich in carbohydrates or fats requiring neither too much preparation to be cooked nor chewing to be taken (e.g., sweets, ice cream, bread, toast, chocolate)
If blood work shows low ferritin (below 30 ng/mL is concerning, below 15 ng/mL is clearly deficient) or low hemoglobin, supplementation may be necessary to rebuild stores faster than diet alone can accomplish
Administered by trained professionals in a clinical setting
Once a drug is on the market, millions of patients might take it for years
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