It is strategic
Since Brazil nuts (the richest food source) may not be appealing on a suppressed appetite, supplementation becomes important
Ariyoshi, T., et al
Lyzenga-Dean explains, "The way your body carries weight, responds to the food you eat, and tolerates exercise is hugely influenced by hormones, including leptin, cortisol, insulin, estrogen, ghrelin, and of course, glucagon-like peptide 1." These hormones work together to regulate numerous bodily processes, including weight management and fat percentage
Patches might seem attractive because theyre cheaper, needle-free, and dont require a prescription, but they wont provide comparable results
Seven more large-scale trials (the TRIUMPH program, over 5,800 people total) are still running and will release results throughout 2026