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Your body is good at storing fat—oh, thanks, evolution! Here’s how to game your system
Early humans got really good at holding onto fat reserves to survive. But that isn’t helping us manage weight in the 21st century.
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Your body is good at storing fat—oh, thanks, evolution! Here’s how to game your system
Early humans got really good at holding onto fat reserves to survive. But that isn’t helping us manage weight in the 21st century.
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The true cost of obesity
Excess weight isn’t just about health. It can have financial and social costs, too.
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4 reasons why weight loss is more than “calories in, calories out”
You've probably heard that weight is all about "calories in, calories out" throughout your weight loss journey. This theory is based on the idea that you're bound to lose weight if you burn more calories than you eat.
What are the benefits of cardiovascular exercise?
Wondering what the benefits of cardiovascular exercise are? Read along to find out why cardiovascular activity is beneficial.
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What are GLP-1s and how do they treat obesity?
This class of prescription drugs—called glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs)—has generated a lot of buzz for their ability to help with weight care, so it’s no wonder you’re curious to learn more about how they work, and what the benefits are.
How Found works to customize a treatment plan for you
Excess weight and obesity are complicated conditions. Popular belief is that they’re caused by overeating and lack of exercise.
Is there an oral GLP-1 agonist? Yes, and more are on the way
More convenient and needle-free GLP-1 options are coming, and the studies show they are as effective, if not more, compared to GLP-1 injectables
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Zepbound vs Wegovy: What’s the difference between the latest drugs approved for weight loss?
Of the few drugs FDA-approved for weight loss, Zepbound and Wegovy are powerfully effective. So which is best for you?
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Skip the typical weight loss advice: Here’s what it’s like to work with Found’s providers
Found providers are not your typical health care provider. They’re specifically trained in obesity medicine and consider your unique biology.
Weight loss medication
Online Medical Weight Loss Program: How Found Helps Achieve Sustainable Weight Loss
Is online medical weight loss a real thing? At Found, we make it a reality by combining prescription medication and key lifestyle changes anyone can make.
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I tried Wegovy for weight loss and this is what happened
At his max, Paul weighed 240 pounds and he lived with back pain and other health issues. His Found physician prescribed Wegovy, and now Paul is 70 lbs lighter.
He lost 20 pounds in 2 months on metformin. Here’s how.
Once, Terrance worried about his weight and health. After joining Found, he got a prescription that helped him lose weight in ways diets alone never did.
I tried bupropion and naltrexone for 90 days to lose weight—here’s what happened
Katie once thought drugs for weight loss were just a shortcut. But when she joined Found, she started seeing the results she’d pursued for years.
I tried Ozempic for 30 days–and this is what happened
Kevin Poole was skeptical that Ozempic could help him lose weight. But he began to realize that maybe gaining weight as he aged wasn’t inevitable.
I tried metformin to lose weight, and this is what happened
Some prescription drugs can lead to weight gain and it can feel defeating. But, as Emilie learned, you don’t have to sacrifice one aspect of your health for another.
Positive thinking, self-love, and Found helped Stephanie Jones lose 63 pounds
When Stephanie Jones discovered Found, she knew it was time to make some big changes— not just on the scale but on the inside.
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Skip the typical weight loss advice: Here’s what it’s like to work with Found’s providers
Found providers are not your typical health care provider. They’re specifically trained in obesity medicine and consider your unique biology.
Weight loss medication
Zepbound vs Wegovy: What’s the difference between the latest drugs approved for weight loss?
Of the few drugs FDA-approved for weight loss, Zepbound and Wegovy are powerfully effective. So which is best for you?
Success stories
He lost 20 pounds in 2 months on metformin. Here’s how.
Once, Terrance worried about his weight and health. After joining Found, he got a prescription that helped him lose weight in ways diets alone never did.
Success stories
I tried Wegovy for weight loss and this is what happened
At his max, Paul weighed 240 pounds and he lived with back pain and other health issues. His Found physician prescribed Wegovy, and now Paul is 70 lbs lighter.
Weight loss medication
Do GLP-1s cause muscle loss?
Science shows GLP-1 muscle loss is no different from other weight-loss methods, but you can still maintain your muscle–here’s how.
Weight loss medication
Foods to avoid on Zepbound: Skip these to support your weight loss
Eating out or dining in, if you’re taking Zepbound, you’ll want to avoid foods that can worsen side effects or interfere with your weight loss.
Weight loss medication
Retatrutide weight loss: Could this drug rival bariatric surgery?
A drug in development is close to approaching the holy grail for obesity treatment: a medication that produces the same kind of weight loss as bariatric surgery.
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How much weight can I lose on Zepbound?
The newest obesity drug is also one of the most effective: Studies show people lose up to 20% of their weight on it.
Weight loss medication
Metformin side effects and how to manage them
Metformin’s known for diabetes and weight loss—and for side effects like bloating and constipation. Here’s how to manage them.
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