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Ozempic (Semaglutide) activates only the GLP-1 receptor, which slows gastric emptying, reduces appetite, and helps regulate blood sugar
Choosing the Right Option for Your Body The question isn't "which medication is better"it's "which is better for you right now." Factors That Matter Your metabolic state matters more than your weight
Let's explain: In trials, retatrutide 4 mg at 48 weeks landed around the same average weightloss range as Mounjaro 5 mg at 72 weeks but that does not make them equivalent doses
The first has to do with drug dosing
Both cardio (aerobic exercise) and strength training are beneficial, as cardio helps burn fat, while strength training builds muscle mass, which can in turn boost your resting metabolism