GLP-1 medication and weight loss support

GLP-1 stands for Glucagon-like Peptide, a natural hormone made by the gut when you eat. This hormone helps increase satiety, decrease hunger, and regulate blood sugar. GLP-1 medications are medications that mimic this natural hormone. 

FDA-approved GLP-1 medications—such as Ozempic®, Wegovy®, Mounjaro®, and Zepbound®—are rigorously tested in clinical trials and reviewed by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for safety, effectiveness, and quality. These medications are manufactured under strict standards and are prescribed for managing type 2 diabetes and chronic weight management.

Compounded GLP-1 medications, on the other hand, are custom-made by compounding pharmacies, often during times of drug shortages or for patients with specific needs. These formulations are not FDA-approved, meaning they haven’t undergone the same level of testing or regulatory oversight. As a result, compounded versions may vary in dosage, purity, and effectiveness, and carry a higher risk of adverse effects or contamination.

Key Benefits

• Support weight loss by reducing appetite and helping you feel full longer
• Improve digestion by slowing how quickly food leaves your stomach
• Lower blood sugar by helping your body release insulin more effective
• Reduce risk of heart disease and stroke in people with obesity or diabetes

These medications work best when combined with healthy eating and regular physical activity.

Most GLP-1 medication side effects are mild and improve over time.

Common Side Effects:

• Nausea or upset stomach
• Diarrhea or constipation
• Feeling tired or dizzy
• Headache
• Reduced appetite
• Mild skin reaction at injection site
• Dehydration

• Supporting healthy appetite and fullness cues
• Improving blood sugar and metabolic efficiency
• Enhancing the results of your nutrition, movement, and mindset work
• Improving cardiovascular health

Yes, we will have your PCP sign off on a medical clearance form that states they approve the medication and will manage it post program.  We will then also communicate your program results with your physician. 

We accept Premera and Regence insurance plans and can bill a portion of the program including dietitian and physician appointments. Coverage is dependent on your plan.