By engaging multiple mechanisms in the central nervous system, GLP-1RAs may directly or indirectly improve cognitive and motor functions
By reducing hunger (and ameliorating the constant sense of deprivation often experienced with decreased portion sizes), prolonging the feeling of fullness after eating and, preventing over-eating, and reducing high-fat/ sugar cravings due to their natural effect on the brains reward system, they support gradual and sustainable weight loss when combined with dietary and lifestyle changes
Maintain healthy habits to prevent weight gain and maintain a healthy weight
Medications like Wegovy, Ozempic, and others are covered under TRICARE, but not in the way most families expect
Starting at the lowest dose and increasing the dose gradually over time may help to minimize side effects
This built-in safety mechanism means the risk of hypoglycemia from GLP-1 monotherapy is extremely low, even with slightly early dosing