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
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.
See what members, past and present, are saying about their success.
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.
When Stephanie Jones discovered Found, she knew it was time to make some big changes— not just on the scale but on the inside.
For decades, we’ve all been told that our weight is the result of a simple calculation. Calories in need to be less than calories out. That calculation, however, is inaccurate and outdated. At Found, we use a science-based approach that treats obesity as a disease, not as the result of personal decisions.
At Found, we offer biology-based, science-backed prescription weight loss programs for our members. Read the real stories of Found members who have finally found a path to lasting weight care. Kristine, Christine, and Taylor tell us their stories about how Found altered their lives in more ways than just weight-loss.
Did you know that metabolism and weight gain are related? So, continue reading to learn more about it and how to restart your metabolism
When it comes to our weight care journey, we already know that it involves a number of different factors—from intuitive eating to movement—but there's even more involved than that, and at an inherent biological level.
Do you struggle to go to sleep, stay asleep, or get enough? About 70 million Americans struggle with various sleep concerns. Studies show that lack of sleep is "associated with injuries, chronic diseases, mental illnesses, poor quality of life and well-being, increased health care costs, and lost work productivity."
Did you know that sleep is an integral part of weight loss?
It's happened to all of us: We find ourselves standing in the kitchen late at night with the refrigerator light cast on our faces. We peer inside, trying to figure out what we want. But do we really want food?
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