US States Drop Medicaid Coverage for GLP-1 Weight-Loss Drugs
Several US states are discontinuing Medicaid coverage for GLP-1 weight-loss drugs due to rising demand and costs. This decision comes as dietitians offer advice on how to maintain adequate nutrition while using these medications.
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US states drop Medicaid coverage of GLP-1 weight-loss drugs as demand rises
Experts say any short-term financial benefit will be outweighed by long-term health costs related to obesity Faced with high demand for GLP-1 drugs, some American cities and states that previously covered the cost of the weight-loss medication for low-income residents and public employees have now started to restrict or eliminate coverage. The pullback stems from the dramatic increase in public spending on drugs such as Ozempic and Wegovy in recent years. Continue reading...
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Read full article →What a dietitian would eat in a day on GLP-1s to get enough protein, fiber, and nutrients
On GLP-1s, pack smaller portions with as many nutrients as possible, nutritionist Rob Hobson said. Rob Hobson Low appetite is common among people on GLP-1s, which makes it harder to get enough essential nutrients. Rob Hobson, a nutritionist, gave an example of what he would eat in a day while taking GLP-1s. He said meals should be anchored in high-quality proteins, such as chicken. Since GLP-1s for weight loss hit the scene a few years ago, Rob Hobson, a nutritionist, has been thinking abo...
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