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Ray Yakaitis

The GLP-1 Honeymoon Phase

Dec 4, 2025

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5 min read

The GLP-1 Honeymoon Phase

What it feels like, why it doesn’t last forever, and how to make the most of those early wins

Ray Yakaitis
Ray Yakaitis
A GLP 1 Friendly Thanksgiving

Nov 20, 2025

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6 min read

A GLP 1 Friendly Thanksgiving

Smart ways to enjoy the holiday without undoing your progress or skipping your favorite foods.

Ray Yakaitis
Ray Yakaitis
Why You’re Suddenly Freezing (and It’s Not Just the Weather)

Nov 13, 2025

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6 min read

Why You’re Suddenly Freezing (and It’s Not Just the Weather)

As the temps drop, you might notice you’re colder than ever. Here’s why that’s happening and how to stay warm without living under a blanket.

Ray Yakaitis
Ray Yakaitis
GLP-1 Affordability and Access is (Hopefully) Coming

Nov 6, 2025

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6 min read

GLP-1 Affordability and Access is (Hopefully) Coming

White House signals a deal is forthcoming with drugmakers Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk

Ray Yakaitis
Ray Yakaitis
The Mental Side of the GLP-1 Journey

Oct 30, 2025

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6 min read

The Mental Side of the GLP-1 Journey

Losing weight is one thing, figuring out how you feel about it is another.

Ray Yakaitis
Ray Yakaitis
More Than the Scale

Oct 23, 2025

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6 min read

More Than the Scale

How GLP-1s helped me lower inflammation, ease back pain, and improve my numbers

Ray Yakaitis
Ray Yakaitis
GLP-1s and Exercise - Finding the Balance

Oct 16, 2025

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6 min read

GLP-1s and Exercise - Finding the Balance

How to stay active, protect your muscle, and keep your energy up while your GLP-1 does its thing.

Ray Yakaitis
Ray Yakaitis
The Other Side of GLP-1s

Oct 9, 2025

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7 min read

The Other Side of GLP-1s

They can change lives, but let’s talk about what happens when things aren’t all smooth sailing.

Ray Yakaitis
Ray Yakaitis
Insurance Coverage and GLP-1s

Oct 2, 2025

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5 min read

Insurance Coverage and GLP-1s

What to keep an eye out for when reviewing your new year benefits package

Ray Yakaitis
Ray Yakaitis
Is taking a GLP-1 cheating?

Sep 25, 2025

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5 min read

Is taking a GLP-1 cheating?

It’s a common question with strong opinions on both sides. Here's my thoughts on it and some past experience.

Ray Yakaitis
Ray Yakaitis
Why the GLP-1 Pill Could Change the Game

Sep 18, 2025

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7 min read

Why the GLP-1 Pill Could Change the Game

The next generation of GLP-1 meds are coming down the pipeline and could potentially offer easier access, more convenience and potentially lower costs.

Ray Yakaitis
Ray Yakaitis
What is Food Noise?

Sep 11, 2025

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6 min read

What is Food Noise?

The constant chatter in your head about food and how GLP-1s can turn down the volume

Ray Yakaitis
Ray Yakaitis
Getting Started on a GLP-1 Medication

Sep 4, 2025

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5 min read

Getting Started on a GLP-1 Medication

Some things to know before you make the jump.

Ray Yakaitis
Ray Yakaitis
Should everyone be on GLP-1 meds?

Aug 28, 2025

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5 min read

Should everyone be on GLP-1 meds?

As GLP-1s reshape health and wellness, should we all be taking them?

Ray Yakaitis
Ray Yakaitis

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