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Generic, compounded, or brand name? A guide to weight loss drugs

Generic, compounded, or brand name? A guide to weight loss drugs

Does it matter if your weight loss medication is a compounded drug, brand name, or generic? Here are the differences between them.

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Wegovy dosages: Everything you need to know

Wegovy dosages: Everything you need to know

We’re answering your top questions about Wegovy dosages—from what a typical dosage schedule looks like to what to do if you miss a dose.

Zepbound vs. retatrutide: How these weight loss drugs compare

Zepbound vs. retatrutide: How these weight loss drugs compare

One’s newly approved, the other’s still in development. But both target weight loss, and early research reveals some differences. Here’s what you should know.

Metformin dosage guide: How to take metformin to lose weight

Metformin dosage guide: How to take metformin to lose weight

Metformin is an inexpensive drug used to treat type 2 diabetes—but it also has other benefits, including weight loss. Here’s how to take it.

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Weight loss success: Colleen’s lost 250 pounds!

Colleen Tate used to weigh 435 pounds. The last time she shared her story, she’d lost 75 pounds. Today, it’s 250! Here’s how she reached her healthy weight.

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 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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Saxenda weight loss: This trailblazing GLP-1 remains an effective option for sustainable weight loss

Saxenda weight loss: This trailblazing GLP-1 remains an effective option for sustainable weight loss

Saxenda may have been FDA-approved way back in 2014, but that doesn't mean it's not as effective as today's newer weight-loss medications.

Weight loss shot: Learn all about the various shots for weight loss

Weight loss shot: Learn all about the various shots for weight loss

There are five main shots for weight loss. Learn the difference between them and which may be best for you here.

The scoop on menopause and your weight

The scoop on menopause and your weight

How menopausal weight happens and why it’s harder to lose–we’ve got 4 ways you can still reach your weight care goals, here

Is obesity an actual disease? Here’s what the science says

Is obesity an actual disease? Here’s what the science says

There’s a debate on whether obesity is a complex disease or a lack of willpower. Here’s what the science has to say.

Can your primary care physician treat obesity? Probably not. Here’s what to do next.

Can your primary care physician treat obesity? Probably not. Here’s what to do next.

Most MDs aren’t trained on the complexities related to excess weight. Frustrating? Yes. We do have some expert advice, though.

How Found helped three members lose weight

How Found helped three members lose weight

Everyone’s weight-care journey is different, and deserves a different approach. That's what led to success for these three Found members.

Wegovy vs Mounjaro: Which is best for you for weight loss?

Wegovy vs Mounjaro: Which is best for you for weight loss?

Mounjaro and Wegovy are both powerful, yet slightly different, drugs used to treat obesity. Between the two, which is better for your weight loss?

Mounjaro vs Ozempic: How do these weight loss medications stack up?

Mounjaro vs Ozempic: How do these weight loss medications stack up?

Considering one of the new popular drugs for weight loss? There are big differences between Mounjaro vs Ozempic. Here’s what to know..

Ozempic foods to avoid: Are any foods off-limit?

Ozempic foods to avoid: Are any foods off-limit?

Ozempic is a diabetes drug that also shows the ability to help with weight loss. Are there any foods that interact poorly with it? Find out here.

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