widely used off-label for weight loss Mounjaro (tirzepatide) FDA-approved for Type 2 diabetes Saxenda (liraglutide) FDA-approved for weight management These shots can cost $900$1,300 per month without insurance
Shoppers taking new weight-loss drugs make more frequent grocery trips Numerator consumer panel data also show that GLP-1 households tend to make fewer stock-up visits and buy online more often
Large up-front membership fee
I strongly believe in the use of B12 shots because Ive found them to be so helpful in many situations
Vegans and vegetarians are particularly at risk for B12 deficiency because plant-based foods do not naturally contain vitamin B12

Physicians should avoid prescribing to: Patients with a history of medullary thyroid carcinoma (MTC) or multiple endocrine neoplasia syndrome type 2 (MEN2) Individuals with severe gastrointestinal disorders (such as gastroparesis) Patients with a known hypersensitivity to GLP-1 or GIP receptor agonists Pregnant or breastfeeding women, unless deemed necessary by a healthcare provider Potential Side Effects Like any medication, this may cause side effects, though most are mild and transient. Common Side Effects (Usually Improve Over Time) Mild nausea (most common, usually decreases after the first few weeks) Vomiting or diarrhea in some cases, especially during dose escalation Constipation or bloating as digestion slows Mild fatigue or headaches as the body adjusts Less Common But Serious Side Effects Severe gastrointestinal distress (persistent nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea requiring discontinuation) Pancreatitis (rare) Monitor for severe abdominal pain Hypoglycemia (rare in non-diabetics) May occur if combined with other insulin-stimulating agents Allergic reactions (very rare) Swelling, rash, or difficulty breathing Physicians should titrate doses gradually to minimize side effects and improve patient tolerance
