Because of this, more studies were done, and the FDA approved the drug for weight management
They work by adding fiber to your stool, which absorbs water and makes the stool larger and softer
PlexusDx Compounded Semaglutide Injection is $189/mo month-to-month (or $149/mo on the 6-month plan) across three commitment tiers, with no insurance required and HSA/FSA eligibility
FDA Approved for weight loss
Despite no longer being a general exclusion, an insurance provider may not include Ozempic or Wegovy on their prescription drug plan formulary
Written by the Nucore Health Clinical Team Published on 01-11-2026 Written by the Nucore Health Clinical Team Published on 01-11-2026 Protein intake is critical while taking GLP-1 medications Low protein intake increases the risk of muscle loss during weight loss Resistance training signals the body to preserve lean mass Protein needs should be based on goal body weight Clean, practitioner-grade protein options are available through Nucore GLP-1 medications have become a powerful tool for weight loss and metabolic health