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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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7 Ways to make mindful eating work for you

7 Ways to make mindful eating work for you

Wouldn’t it be something if we could lose weight as easily as we lose our keys? We’re often sold quick-fixes and follow fads that don’t last and promise results that don’t deliver.

How Found works to customize a treatment plan for you

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.

What to eat for a healthy gut

What to eat for a healthy gut

Your gut health, meaning the bacteria and other organisms that are or aren’t present in your digestive tract, could be affecting your weight. And one of the most important factors in building a healthy gut is the food we eat.

Should you take a probiotic?

Should you take a probiotic?

There’s tons of hype around probiotics right now—different colored bottles and names fill the shelves at your local Walmart or Target.

How fiber supports weight care

How fiber supports weight care

These days, diet culture is telling us to cut carbs (and pretty much everything else). But the no-carb craze fallout is that many of us drop one of the most important carbs: fiber.

How gut health impacts your weight

How gut health impacts your weight

There’s a lot of quips being said these days—the post-pandemic world has ushered in more than ever—but one that may be not-so-familiar to you is the phrase that’s been said for a long time, “the gut is the second brain.”

5 Lifestyle changes you can make for a healthier gut

5 Lifestyle changes you can make for a healthier gut

Gut health affects every single part of your body.

5 Tips for a better gut

5 Tips for a better gut

Need a little help from a friend? Your gut (microbiome) may be your best friend as it offers a host of health benefits, and has more of an impact on your overall health than you may be aware of - similar to your closest pal.

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