Frequently asked questions

Weight loss pills work by blocking some of the fat you eat from being absorbed, reducing calorie intake and helping with gradual weight loss.

Injectable treatments like Wegovy® and Mounjaro®, however, are often more effective because they target appetite directly. They mimic the GLP-1 hormone, which tells your brain you’re full, helping you eat less and stay satisfied longer while also regulating blood sugar.

Both options are designed to support—not replace—a healthy diet and exercise plan for sustainable weight loss.

Injectable GLP-1 treatments can be six times more effective than diet and exercise alone—and nearly twice as effective as weight loss pills.

• Mounjaro® (tirzepatide) – The most advanced option, combining GIP + GLP-1 for superior results. Clinical trials show:

  • 20.9% weight loss in just 36 weeks

  • 25.3% weight loss after 88 weeks (with lifestyle changes)

• Wegovy® (semaglutide) – A powerful single-action GLP-1, with users losing an average of up to 15% of their body weight after one year.

These medications work best alongside a healthy diet and exercise, helping you achieve and maintain significant, sustainable weight loss.

Injectable treatments, such as GLP-1 injections, are medications administered using pre-filled pens that patients can easily self-inject at home once a week. These treatments mimic a natural gut hormone, helping to regulate blood sugar levels and enhance satiety, which can lead to significantly greater weight loss—often nearly double that of other common medications. The injection pens are designed for convenience, featuring small, nearly painless needles, making the process simple and comfortable for users.

If you’re using Orlistat (Alli®), follow these steps for best results:
Take one pill with a drink at each main meal that contains fat (up to three times per day).
Follow a reduced-calorie diet, keeping meals to no more than 30% fat.
For optimal effects, combine with regular exercise and healthy eating habits.

While not as potent as injectables, weight loss tablets can still support your journey—especially if injections aren’t the right fit for you. 

GLP-1s (glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists) are some of the most powerful weight loss medications available. They mimic your body’s natural GLP-1 hormone, which plays a key role in controlling hunger, slowing digestion, and increasing feelings of fullness after meals. By activating GLP-1 receptors, these medications help you eat smaller portions while staying satisfied, making it easier to reduce calorie intake and lose weight steadily.

These medications are the active ingredient in popular injectable treatments like Mounjaro® and Wegovy®. For best results, they’re typically used alongside a nutritious diet and regular physical activity to support long-term weight management.