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My Apple Watch thinks I have sleep apnea. Now what?
The Apple Watch now features an FDA-approved sleep apnea detector. Can weight loss help if your watch indicates you might have a breathing problem?
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Microdosing GLP-1s: Does it work for weight loss?
Can tiny doses of powerful GLP-1 drugs help people lose weight or maintain weight loss? Here’s what an obesity doctor has to say about microdosing GLP-1s.
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Zepbound shortage: Your choices for weight loss drugs when tirzepatide is hard to find
Demand for weight loss drugs Mounjaro and Zepbound created a shortage the FDA says is now over. But some people still have trouble finding them. Here’s what you can do if you’re taking either of these to lose weight.
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Wegovy shortage: What are your options for medical weight loss?
Limited supply of the weight loss drug Wegovy, or semaglutide, leaves many patients empty-handed. Learn about other alternatives for medical weight loss.
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Zepbound vs Ozempic: Which of these powerful drugs is best for weight loss?
Zepbound and Ozempic are both used for weight loss, often with amazing results. How do you know which one is right for you?
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Microdosing GLP-1s: Does it work for weight loss?
Can tiny doses of powerful GLP-1 drugs help people lose weight or maintain weight loss? Here’s what an obesity doctor has to say about microdosing GLP-1s.
How does Ozempic work for weight loss?
Ozempic is a game-changer for treating diabetes and obesity, and possibly PCOS, addiction, Alzheimer’s and more. So how does this drug work?
Contrave weight loss: How it works
If cravings or emotional eating block your weight loss, don’t blame a lack of willpower. It may be brain chemistry. Here’s how Contrave works for weight loss.
Wegovy dosage
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
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: Taking metformin for weight loss
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.
Mounjaro cost: How much will you pay without insurance?
Mounjaro costs a pretty penny—over $1,000 per month without insurance. We’ve got details about a manufacturer’s coupon and other ways to save on your Mounjaro monthly cost.
How does Wegovy work for weight loss?
How does Wegovy work for weight loss? Most people hear it suppresses appetite. But this prescription medication does much more—by mimicking a hormone naturally occurring in the gut.
Is Zepbound covered by insurance?
The newest FDA-approved drug for weight loss is expensive out of pocket. Here’s what to know about Zepbound insurance coverage.
Saxenda side effects: How to manage them
Managing Saxenda side effects can help you through the first days and weeks on the medicine. Here’s what to expect, how to manage, and when to get help.
Trulicity side effects: What to do about them
Trulicity helps people lose weight—and may also cause discomfort. We explain common and severe Trulicity side effects, how to manage them, and when to get help.
Metformin weight loss: Can Metformin help you lose weight?
You’ve tried every diet and plan out there. You're curious about medication added to your weight care regimen—maybe this is the boost you needed all along.
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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FDA approves Ozempic for those with chronic kidney disease & type 2 diabetes
New research and FDA approval show Ozempic improves kidney health outcomes for those with type 2 diabetes and chronic kidney disease.
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Zepbound vs. metformin: How they compare for weight loss
Zepbound and metformin are two drugs doctors can prescribe to help people lose weight. How do they match up for effective weight loss?
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What happens when you stop taking Mounjaro?
You’ve heard how effective new weight loss drugs are—and how people regain when they quit. What happens when you stop taking Mounjaro for weight loss?
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She felt twice her age—until she lost 63 pounds with Found
Heather Swenson once faced unemployment, homelessness, and stress as a single mom carrying 300 pounds. Here’s how she beat stress eating and lost weight.
He's down 40 pounds with Found weight loss
Medication, support, and mindset changes help Malcolm make healthier choices and lose weight with Found.
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.
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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
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.
Most MDs aren’t trained on the complexities related to excess weight. Frustrating? Yes. We do have some expert advice, though.
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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..
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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?
Success stories
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.
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When will Wegovy be available? An update on this scarce GLP-1's availability
Wegovy has been hard to come by lately due to high demand and limited supply. This leaves many people with obesity wondering, "when will Wegovy be available?"
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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.
Insurance
Paying for GLP-1 Medications: Is Wegovy covered by insurance?
Wegovy has a hefty out-of-pocket cost when paying full price, leaving many wondering if Wegovy is covered by insurance. Find out here if your insurer will cover this weight loss medication and your alternatives if not.
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