Weight loss medication
Contrave® side effects: everything you need to know
Curious about Contrave® side effects? You’ve come to the right place. Here’s what to know if you’re thinking about Contrave® for weight loss.
Nichole Aksamit
Health journalist
An award-winning journalist and former Found managing editor, Nichole has been covering health, medicine, nutrition, and food—and helping readers live healthier and more delicious lives—for 20 years. Best known for her work as an Omaha World-Herald reporter, Time Inc./Southern Living book editor, and Allrecipes editor in chief, she’s the founder of Scribble & Stir and a contributing writer at Found.
Articles by Nichole Aksamit
Weight loss medication
How much does Rybelsus cost with and without insurance?
Rybelsus is semaglutide in a pill—a drug that helps people with diabetes and weight loss. How much does it cost without insurance?
Weight loss medication
Ozempic dosage guide: How to use Ozempic
How much Ozempic should you use? How often do you take it? And what do you do if you miss—or take too much? Here’s a guide to taking the right Ozempic dosage.
Weight loss medication
How does Zepbound work for weight loss?
If you’ve heard of Zepbound, you’ve heard it can help people lose significant amounts of weight. But how does Zepbound work?
Weight loss medication
Zepbound vs. compounded semaglutide for weight loss
Thinking about weight loss medication? Our Zepbound vs. compounded semaglutide comparison can help you learn more about effective, affordable options.
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Weight loss medication
How much does Zepbound cost with and without insurance?
Zepbound is one of the most effective drugs for weight loss—and the new single-dose vials are making it more affordable. Learn about how much Zepbound costs.
Weight loss medication
Your guide to getting a compounded semaglutide prescription
Compounded semaglutide offers an affordable option for people who need help losing weight. Here’s everything you need to know about getting a prescription.
Weight loss medication
What is a compounding pharmacy? And can they make weight loss drugs?
Compounding pharmacies create drugs under special circumstances—including shortages. And with the ongoing supply issues for popular weight loss medications, a lot of people are looking toward compounded drugs to help them lose weight. Here's what to know.
Metabolism
How long does it take to notice weight loss? An obesity medicine specialist explains
Dr. Rekha Kumar weighs in on how long it takes to notice weight loss—and what factors affect how quickly (and where) it occurs.
