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Plain-language guides from Allure's team, reviewed by our nurse practitioner.
Semaglutide vs. tirzepatide: how we choose
Both are weekly injections that reduce appetite. Semaglutide acts on one gut hormone receptor (GLP-1); tirzepatide acts on two (GLP-1 and GIP). In studies, tirzepatide produced more weight loss on average, but the right choice depends on your history, side effects and budget.
ReadFunctional lab testing vs. your yearly physical
A yearly physical usually checks a short list of markers to rule out disease. A functional panel adds markers like fasting insulin, vitamin D, ferritin, full thyroid and inflammation, and reads results against optimal ranges, not just normal ones.
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