Weight Loss Goals

So, you’re ready to start your GLP-1 journey — or you’ve been on one med and wondering, “Am I missing out on something better?” Enter: the comparison chaos. Wegovy, Zepbound, Mounjaro — they all sound like villain names from the Avengers, but they’re actually powerful tools helping thousands of people finally feel in control of their hunger, their weight, and their health.

But what’s the difference between them? Does one work faster? Are the side effects worse on one? And most importantly — which one should you be on?

Let’s break it down in plain English!

Wegovy: The OG Weight Loss Game-Changer

What it is:

• Brand name for semaglutide
• Originally developed for type 2 diabetes (as Ozempic), then repurposed for weight loss
• Taken once weekly via injection

Pros:

• Well-researched and widely used
• Proven to help with significant weight loss (up to 15% body weight in studies)
• Often first choice in the UK and through NHS Tier 3 services
• Known for its effect on appetite suppression and food noise reduction

Considerations:

• Common side effects: nausea, constipation, fatigue, and that lovely burping thing
• Weight loss can plateau over time if habits don’t come along for the ride
• Some people struggle with appetite loss so extreme, they forget to eat (which, FYI, isn’t the goal)

Mounjaro: The Muscle-Friendly Metabolism Booster

What it is:

• Brand name for tirzepatide
• Originally developed for type 2 diabetes (and still used for that)
• Works on two hormones: GLP-1 and GIP — fancy, right?

Pros:

• Double hormone = potential stronger appetite control and better blood sugar regulation
• Early studies suggest more fat loss and better muscle retention than semaglutide
• Some people feel fewer side effects compared to Wegovy

Considerations:

• Not officially approved for weight loss in the UK (yet), though used off-label
• May not be accessible through NHS services — mostly private clinics
• Higher doses can hit harder, so titration is key (see: your burping, tired, slightly moody week 3)

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Zepbound: The New Kid on the Fat-Loss Block

What it is:

• Brand name for tirzepatide officially approved for weight loss
• Basically Mounjaro, but marketed specifically for fat loss rather than diabetes
• Same active ingredient, different intention (and potentially, different insurance coverage if you’re in the US)

Pros:

• Approved for chronic weight management, not just diabetes
• Strong appetite suppression and real reductions in food noise
• Likely to become the go-to for people wanting to start with tirzepatide without a diabetes diagnosis

Considerations:

• Newer, so fewer long-term weight loss data sets than Wegovy
• Like Mounjaro, it may come with a hefty price tag if you’re paying out of pocket
• Some people feel more side effects during dose increases — nausea, tiredness, bloating

So, Which One Is Right for You?

Let’s make it easy.

Bottom Line: They’re All Tools — Not Magic

Here’s the truth: Wegovy, Zepbound or Mounjaro? None of these meds are a cheat code.

But they are powerful tools to help you:

• Regulate hunger
• Reduce emotional eating
• Break out of binge–restrict cycles
• Stay consistent with a high-protein GLP-1 meal plan
• Feel stronger, healthier, and more in control

The difference between Wegovy, Zepbound or Mounjaro will come down to:

• How your body responds
• What’s accessible to you (hello, budget and location)
• And how well you support it with things like meal planning, movement, and mindset

Whatever med you’re on — or thinking about — you’re not behind, you’re not broken, and you’re definitely not alone.

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