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On the health promotion side, the figure highlights how nutraceuticals contribute to gastrointestinal and renal health, mitochondrial biogenesis, stem cell growth, antioxidant activity, reproductive health, anti-aging effects, and lifespan extension
But for employers and insurance brokers, the conversation has shifted from Should we cover GLP-1s? to How can we cover them responsibly? According to the U.S
The least likely winner is the impatient lifter taking random doses for two weeks while still missing meals, sleep, and training progression
This issue came to the fore in early 2024 when the UK MHRA issued a National Patient Safety Alert triggered by global supply issues for certain GLP-1 drugs, advising healthcare professionals to conserve existing stock for patients with Type 2 diabetes.6,7 The implementation of such measures ensures that the critical priority of patient needs continues to be met, while also avoiding patients seeking what the WHO describes as falsified or substandard versions of these medicines through unregulated outlets on the internet.8 Looking to the future, demand for GLP-1 drugs is expected to remain high as healthcare systems look to manage obesity and diabetes among an ageing population