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This distinction is important: insulin is traditionally measured in international units (IU), whereas peptide-based receptor agonists like retatrutide, semaglutide, and tirzepatide are dosed by weight (milligrams)

Ozempic and Wegovy (both made by Novo Nordisk) and Zepbound and Mounjaro (both made by Eli Lilly and Company) may sound interchangeable, but they're not exactly the same

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By targeting GLP-1, GIP, and glucagon receptors, Retatrutide can suppress appetite, increase energy expenditure, and regulate blood sugar levels

For natural approaches, optimizing diet, exercise, sleep, and stress management provides the strongest foundation

Michelle Henning, CHKD Pediatrician at Coastal Pediatrics and Medical Director of CHKD's Healthy You for Life Program You may have seen headlines or social media posts about medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, or other GLP-1 drugs being used for weight loss