Reta alone, or stack for faster loss?

Reta solo is the strongest single agent for rate - the stack adds composition, not speed.

totally agree on holding tesa until close to goal. the protein and gym combination is the main lever for muscle during active loss - tesa has more impact when the fat loss is largely done and the recomposition piece becomes the focus. what does your current routine look like?

The fasted protocol for tesa and CJC targets the overnight growth window for lean mass preservation during active fat loss. The intent is typically less about muscle gain and more about minimizing the muscle loss that tends to accompany rapid weight reduction. If fat loss is the primary goal, reta alone tends to be the cleaner approach to evaluate before adding compounds.

One month solo before stacking is the right approach - gives you a baseline on how Reta alone affects appetite and energy before adding variables. The stacking conversation makes more sense after you know what the Reta floor looks like for you specifically.

Four months, 45 lbs, goal weight reached, and most muscle maintained - the resistance training and protein targeting is what makes that possible. For the OP not concerned about muscle, Reta alone is a simpler place to start before deciding whether to stack. Having the exercise foundation in place changes the outcome significantly.