Embody vs Yucca Health: Which GLP-1 Provider Is Better?
By Iacob Pastina, Independent Researcher
Yucca Health beats Embody overall, scoring 7.7/10 vs 7.3/10. Yucca Health is more affordable at $146/mo vs $299/mo. Choose Embody for people who want the oral tirzepatide gum, or who'll pick the. Choose Yucca Health for people who'll commit to a 6-month plan for $146/mo, want nam.
A side-by-side comparison of Embody and Yucca Health covering pricing, scores, medication types, insurance, and more to help you decide.
Embody
#38 of 49Online weight-loss program that ships compounded GLP-1 medication to your door. Run by Modern Metabolic Medicine, Inc. and prescribed through CareGLP Affiliated P.C.s, their network of licensed doctors. Two pricing plans run side by side: a promo plan starting at $99/mo for semaglutide (or $149/mo for tirzepatide) that jumps after month 1, and 'Embody Flat' at $299/mo that doesn't go up. Their standout: oral tirzepatide gum, for people who don't want to inject.
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#19 of 49Online weight-loss program by Yucca Health, Inc. (Beverly Hills, CA). Two named board-certified doctors — Dr. Michael Wasef MD and Dr. Andrew Sakla DO — handle prescribing. 20,000+ patients, 4.6 stars across 1,065 verified Trustpilot reviews. Starts at $146/mo for compounded semaglutide (custom-made version, not the FDA-approved brand) on the 6-month plan. Buy-now-pay-later via Klarna, Affirm, or Afterpay spreads the upfront commitment.
Visit Yucca Health| Feature | Embody | Yucca Health |
|---|---|---|
| Our Score | 7.3/10 | 7.7/10 |
| Starting Price | $299/mo | $146/mo |
| Medication Type | Compounded | Compounded |
| Insurance Accepted | No | No |
| Best For | People who want the oral tirzepatide gum, or who'll pick the $299/mo flat plan with eyes open instead of the teaser plan | People who'll commit to a 6-month plan for $146/mo, want named doctors on record, and like buy-now-pay-later flexibility (Klarna/Affirm/Afterpay) |
| Ranking | #38 | #19 |
Pros & Cons Compared
Embody
Pros
- +Cheap first month — $99 for semaglutide or $149 for tirzepatide. Among the lowest entry prices in the category.
- +Oral tirzepatide gum is rare. Real option for needle-phobic users. (How well it absorbs vs the FDA-approved injection isn't published.)
- +'Embody Flat' plan is $299/mo flat with no surprise increases — predictable if you pick it from the start.
- +100% money-back guarantee in writing: if you follow the program and don't see results in 6 months, they say they'll make it right.
- +Replies to every negative Trustpilot review, usually within 24 hours.
Cons
- −Recurring complaint: people sign up at $149 month 1, get billed $299–$399 in month 2. Embody admits in replies that two plans exist (promo + flat) and the switchover isn't always clear at signup.
- −Trustpilot rating is 3.3 / 5 across 46 reviews — heavily split: 41% love it, 24% give 1 star. Price is the top complaint theme.
- −Embody won't tell you which pharmacy makes the medication — just 'multiple USA certified pharmacies.' This is the norm in the category — most major brands (Embody, Henry, Hims, Yucca, Eden) don't publicly name their pharmacy partners.
- −No HIPAA disclosure on their site (HIPAA is the federal law protecting your medical info — most telehealth providers publish a statement confirming they follow it).
- −Compounded medications only — no brand-name Wegovy, Zepbound, Mounjaro, or Ozempic available.
- −If you stop treatment and come back, Embody's doctors will likely restart you at the lowest dose (2.5mg). It's their safety policy — some users find it overly cautious.
Yucca Health
Pros
- +Two named board-certified doctors (Dr. Michael Wasef MD and Dr. Andrew Sakla DO) — most compounded GLP-1 providers don't publicly name their prescribers.
- +4.6 stars across 1,065 verified Trustpilot reviews — 84% give 5 stars. Top complimented theme: customer service.
- +Cheap if you commit: $146/mo for compounded semaglutide on the 6-month plan.
- +Buy-now-pay-later through Klarna, Affirm, and Afterpay — unusual flexibility in this category, useful for spreading the 6-month upfront cost.
- +24-hour async approval — no live video visit required. Faster onboarding than competitors that need a scheduled call.
- +UPS 2-Day Air shipping included. Onboarding call from a real human (multiple Trustpilot reviewers name 'Hazel' and 'Johann' from the team).
- +Replies to 100% of negative Trustpilot reviews, usually within 48 hours.
Cons
- −Compounded-only — no FDA-approved Wegovy, Zepbound, Ozempic, or Mounjaro.
- −The $146/mo price requires a 6-month upfront commitment. Month-to-month is meaningfully more expensive.
- −No live tele-visit option — only async review. Faster, but less depth if you have a complex health history.
- −Pharmacy partner not named publicly. Yucca says 'U.S. licensed pharmacies' but doesn't disclose which one.
- −Founders and detailed company history not on the site.
- −Refund policy is mentioned but not detailed publicly — verify the cancellation terms before paying for the 6-month plan.
Our Verdict
Yucca Health edges out Embody with a score of 7.7/10 vs 7.3/10. If budget is your priority, Yucca Health starts at $146/mo compared to Embody's $299/mo. Choose Embody if you want: people who want the oral tirzepatide gum, or who'll pick the $299/mo flat plan with eyes open instead of the teaser plan. Choose Yucca Health if you want: people who'll commit to a 6-month plan for $146/mo, want named doctors on record, and like buy-now-pay-later flexibility (klarna/affirm/afterpay).
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