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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 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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Are there really natural alternatives to Ozempic?
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.
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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.
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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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Taking Zepbound for weight loss? The dosage typically increases over time. Learn how to take Zepbound and what a typical dosing schedule looks like.
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How do GLP-1s help obesity?
You’ve heard the rage on how GLP-1s work for weight loss, but do they have the ability to change the way we treat obesity? Short answer: Yes
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Building habits takes more than determination or willpower. Want to make habits stick? Dive into how your brain forms habits, with advice from two scientists on how to make habits for weight loss last.
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GLP-1 pill: Is a GLP-1 pill a good alternative to injectable GLP-1 meds?
GLP-1 medications are getting a lot of press lately, but they are almost exclusively injectables. Is the an effective GLP-1 pill on the market? Find out here.
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Foods to avoid with Trulicity
Trulicity is a GLP-1 medication proven to aid in weight loss. You may be wondering what (if any) foods you need to avoid while taking Trulicity. Here's the rundown.
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Victoza Weight Loss: Is this once-daily GLP-1 weight loss medication right for you?
Victoza is a once-daily GLP-1 medication proven to aid in weight loss. Plus, it has the manufacturer's smallest needle. Is Victoza weight loss right for you? Find out here.
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Phentermine alternative: 5 best alternatives for phentermine
Phentermine is an FDA-approved weight-loss drug, but it's not right for everyone. Here are some phentermine alternatives for those who prefer not to take it.
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