By engaging all three receptors, retatrutide targets multiple pathways involved in energy homeostasis, appetite regulation, and glucose metabolism simultaneously
It works by inhibiting glucose transport into cells, thus the body will use fat stores for energy production which can aid in fat loss and muscle gain
Because it involves peptide handling and, in many cases, injectable use, it should not be approached casually
We definitely want patients to do their part with the diet and exercise, but unfortunately, and from a practical standpoint, that itself frequently is not enough, Hong said, adding that usually by the time patients see doctors they have already failed at achieving results through those means