Trusted information about medical weight loss, reviewed by obesity medicine specialists.
Does it matter if your weight loss medication is a compounded drug, brand name, or generic? Here are the differences between them.
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.
Limited supply of the weight loss drug Wegovy, or semaglutide, leaves many patients empty-handed. Learn about other alternatives for medical 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?
Can berberine or psyllium husk work just as well as Ozempic for weight loss—at a fraction of the price and red tape? Here’s what 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.
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 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 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? Most people hear it suppresses appetite. But this prescription medication does much more—by mimicking a hormone naturally occurring in the gut.
The newest FDA-approved drug for weight loss is expensive out of pocket. Here’s what to know about Zepbound insurance coverage.
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 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.
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.
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.
Excess weight and obesity are complicated conditions. Popular belief is that they’re caused by overeating and lack of exercise.
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 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.
Doctors often prescribe metformin and Ozempic to type 2 diabetes. But they can also help with weight loss. Can you take them together?
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.
See what members, past and present, are saying about their success.
Medication, support, and mindset changes help Malcolm make healthier choices and lose weight with Found.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Why would you possibly need prescription weight loss meds if you’ve had bariatric surgery? Shouldn’t the procedure be enough to fast-track weight loss? We like good questions like these—and helping to answer them.
Sleep is an integral part of weight care and overall health, yet sometimes it's tough to not only get enough shut-eye but actually fall asleep.
When you lose weight, your metabolism slows down, and then you could hit a weight-loss plateau. (The science folks call this phenomenon “metabolic adaptation.”) There are several reasons for this slow-down, which we’ll get into shortly.
60 percent of the adult human body is composed of water (and an infant’s body is 75 percent water.) Wow! Why does your body need that much water? And how much should you drink in a day?
Yoga provides the space for us to slow down. It encourages us to look inward when deciding what is best for our bodies by silencing outward influences that have obstructed our view for so long.
One nurse began her journey hoping to look her best for her son's wedding—what she gained was so much more.
A question we get a lot is: Why don’t I recognize the names of the medications my Found provider prescribes me? And hey, you’re smart to ask about anything going into your body.
If you’ve got PCOS—polycystic ovary syndrome—and you’re like most women who do, your first symptoms probably had to do with monthly cycles or problems getting pregnant, and that’s what many doctors treat first.
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