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Quiz: Is It Wegovy or Zepbound? Test Your Knowledge

Written By Christina Aungst, PharmDUpdated on Jan 7, 2026
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Think You Know About Weight-Loss Pills? Take This Quiz to Find Out

Written By Christina Aungst, PharmDUpdated on Jan 7, 2026
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Wegovy vs. Phentermine for Weight Loss: 6 Key Differences to Remember

Written By Nikki Javit, PharmDUpdated on Jan 7, 2026
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Orforglipron: What to Know About This Next Generation Weight-Loss Pill

Written By Joshua Murdock, PharmD, BCBBSUpdated on Jan 7, 2026
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The Latest Updates: 14 New Weight-Loss Drugs on the Horizon

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What Are the Healthiest Fats for Weight Loss?

Written By Sarah A. Samaan, MDPublished on Jan 7, 2026
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Tirzepatide’s Mechanism of Action: 7 Ways It Works for Weight Loss, Diabetes, and Sleep Apnea

Written By Kristina D. Carter, PharmD, MBA, MHAUpdated on Jan 6, 2026
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How Wegovy Works for Weight Loss: 4 Ways It Affects Your Appetite, Cravings, and More

Written By Alyssa Billingsley, PharmDUpdated on Jan 6, 2026
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Oral Semaglutide (Wegovy Pill) for Weight Loss: 6 Things You Should Know

Written By Alyssa Billingsley, PharmDUpdated on Jan 6, 2026
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Switching from Injectable to Oral GLP-1s for Weight Loss: 5 Tips for a Smoother Transition

Written By Alyssa Billingsley, PharmDPublished on Jan 6, 2026
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Wegovy vs. Compounded Semaglutide for Weight Loss: 5 Differences to Consider

Written By Alyssa Billingsley, PharmDPublished on Jan 6, 2026
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Does Jardiance Cause Weight Loss? Plus 8 More Jardiance FAQs

Written By Tegan Smedley, PharmD, APhUpdated on Jan 5, 2026
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Switching from a Compounded to a Brand-Name GLP-1? Here’s How to Do It in 5 Steps

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Compounded Semaglutide: Are Ozempic and Wegovy Knock-Offs Safe?

Written By Alyssa Billingsley, PharmDUpdated on Jan 5, 2026
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Contrave for Weight Loss: 6 Ways to Save

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A GoodRx Savings Guide to GLP-1 Receptor Agonists: Ozempic, Wegovy, Trulicity, and More

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Wegovy Pill vs. Injection for Weight Loss: 5 Differences to Know

Written By Alyssa Billingsley, PharmDPublished on Jan 5, 2026
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What Are the Best Prescription Weight-Loss Pills?

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Is the Sauna Good for Weight Loss? What Science Really Says

Written By Sarah Klein, CPTUpdated on Dec 19, 2025
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Are Teens Eligible for Weight-Loss Medications or Surgery?

Written By Louisa Salisbury, MDUpdated on Dec 19, 2025
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15 Ways to Lose Weight Without Dieting

Written By Ana GasconUpdated on Dec 18, 2025
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Is Walking Good for Weight Loss? Tips to Make Every Step Count

Written By Lauren BedoskyUpdated on Dec 18, 2025
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Is Sweating Good for Weight Loss?

Written By Lauren BedoskyUpdated on Dec 18, 2025
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Does Alcohol Make You Gain Weight? Why Drinking Less Can Help Weight Loss

Written By Meg Burke, MDUpdated on Dec 15, 2025
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7 Things to Know About Retatrutide for Weight Loss: Dosages, Clinical Trial Results, and More

Written By Christina Aungst, PharmDUpdated on Dec 11, 2025
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What Is Zepbound Made Of? A Guide to Zepbound’s Ingredients and How It’s Made

Written By Christina Aungst, PharmDPublished on Dec 10, 2025
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10 Weight-Loss Journal Ideas to Track Your Progress

Written By Ana GasconUpdated on Dec 10, 2025
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Does Chia Water for Weight Loss Work, or Is It Just Hype? A Dietitian Explains

Written By Cara Rosenbloom, RDUpdated on Dec 4, 2025
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How Often Should You Weigh Yourself? The Truth About Daily Weigh-Ins

Written By Katie Horrell, MS, RDN, CPTUpdated on Dec 3, 2025
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Microdosing GLP-1s: Get the Facts On This Growing Trend

Written By Alyssa Billingsley, PharmDPublished on Dec 3, 2025
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Does Acupuncture Work for Weight Loss?

Written By Cherilyn Davis, MDUpdated on Dec 2, 2025
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Tirzepatide (Mounjaro, Zepbound) Is Off the Shortage List: Here’s What That Means for You

Written By Alyssa Billingsley, PharmDUpdated on Dec 1, 2025
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Zepbound vs. Ozempic: 5 Differences Between These Weekly Injections

Written By Alyssa Billingsley, PharmDUpdated on Dec 1, 2025
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Zepbound vs. Qsymia: 8 Differences Between the Weight-Loss Medications

Written By Alyssa Billingsley, PharmDUpdated on Dec 1, 2025
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Saxenda vs. Zepbound: 5 Differences Between These Weight-Loss Injections

Written By Kristina D. Carter, PharmD, MBA, MHAUpdated on Dec 1, 2025
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5 Pharmacist-Backed Tips for Using Zepbound Injections for Weight Loss

Written By Kristina D. Carter, PharmD, MBA, MHAUpdated on Dec 1, 2025
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6 Things to Know When Comparing Mounjaro vs. Zepbound

Written By Christina Aungst, PharmDUpdated on Dec 1, 2025
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Zepbound (Tirzepatide) Dosages for Weight Loss and Sleep Apnea: Your GoodRx Guide

Written By Alex Brewer, PharmD, MBAUpdated on Dec 1, 2025
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How to Inject Zepbound in 5 Easy Steps (Plus, Where to Inject It)

Written By Kristina D. Carter, PharmD, MBA, MHAUpdated on Dec 1, 2025
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Can Tirzepatide (Mounjaro, Zepbound) Help You Lose Weight?

Written By Christina Palmer, MDUpdated on Dec 1, 2025
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Is Compounded Tirzepatide Safe? 8 Things to Know About Mounjaro and Zepbound Knock-Offs

Written By Christina Aungst, PharmDUpdated on Dec 1, 2025
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9 Phentermine Side Effects You Should Know About

Written By ThienLy Neal, PharmDUpdated on Nov 20, 2025
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When Will Qsymia Start Working? (Plus 6 More FAQs About Taking Qsymia)

Written By Austin Ulrich, PharmD, BCACPUpdated on Nov 17, 2025
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How Much Does Zepbound (Tirzepatide) Cost Without Insurance?

Written By Tamara E. HolmesUpdated on Nov 17, 2025
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How Much Weight Can You Lose on Wegovy?

Written By Farzon A. Nahvi, MDUpdated on Nov 5, 2025
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6 Ways to Manage Tirzepatide Side Effects

Written By Christine Giordano, MDPublished on Oct 22, 2025
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The Best Ways to Manage Semaglutide Side Effects

Written By Brian Clista, MDPublished on Oct 22, 2025
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Why Am I Not Losing Weight on Ozempic? 5 Reasons to Consider

Written By Ashley Rawlins, PT, DPTPublished on Oct 22, 2025
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How Does Contrave Work for Weight Loss?

Written By Jill Barat, PharmDUpdated on Oct 17, 2025
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Can Soup Help You Lose Weight? It Depends, According to a Dietitian

Written By Cara Rosenbloom, RDPublished on Oct 15, 2025
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From Weight Loss to Heart Health: Wegovy’s Potential Benefits for Heart Failure

Written By Alyssa Billingsley, PharmDPublished on Oct 15, 2025
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What Are the Health Benefits of Celery Juice?

Written By Cara Rosenbloom, RDUpdated on Oct 8, 2025
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7 Potential Apple Cider Vinegar Benefits for Your Gut Health

Written By Angela Dunn, MD, MPHUpdated on Oct 6, 2025
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Can You Reverse Fatty Liver Disease?

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Lemon Water for Weight Loss: Is It Worth Trying?

Written By Karen Hovav, MD, FAAPPublished on Oct 2, 2025
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Ozempic and Sexual Side Effects: Does Ozempic Affect Your Sex Drive?

Written By Austin Ulrich, PharmD, BCACPPublished on Sep 26, 2025
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Can Probiotics Help You Lose Weight? Here’s What the Science Says

Written By Karen Hovav, MD, FAAPUpdated on Sep 25, 2025
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How to Maintain Weight Loss — 6 Tips to Keep the Weight Off

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Oatmeal Can Help With Weight Loss — Especially If You Know the Right Way to Make It

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8 Qsymia Interactions to Consider

Written By Alex Evans, PharmD, MBAUpdated on Sep 19, 2025
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Can Eating Cereal Help With Weight Loss? It Depends on Which You Choose

Written By Karen Hovav, MD, FAAPPublished on Sep 17, 2025
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Weight Gain (and Loss) During Menopause and Perimenopause: Here’s What It Means for Your Health

Written By Anne Jacobson, MD, MPHUpdated on Sep 2, 2025
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6 Surprising Health Risks Associated With Yo-Yo Dieting

Written By Cherilyn Davis, MDUpdated on Sep 2, 2025
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Does Apple Cider Vinegar Help With Weight Loss?

Written By Eileen QiuUpdated on Sep 2, 2025
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How Much Does CoolSculpting Cost? What to Know About Price, Benefits, and Insurance

Written By Angela Mae WatsonUpdated on Aug 28, 2025
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Mounjaro (Tirzepatide) Can Cause Constipation: Here’s How to Get Relief

Written By Tracy Norfleet, MD, FACPUpdated on Aug 26, 2025
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Qsymia Dosages for Adults and Children: Your GoodRx Guide

Written By Austin Ulrich, PharmD, BCACPUpdated on Aug 26, 2025
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The Weight Loss Guide for Men: 12 Ways to Reach and Maintain Your Weight Goals

Written By Mandy Armitage, MDUpdated on Aug 25, 2025
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Insulin, Birth Control Pills, and More: 6 Zepbound Interactions to Know About

Written By Christina Aungst, PharmDPublished on Aug 22, 2025
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How to Find Out if GLP-1s Are Covered by Your Insurance — And What to Do Next

Written By Maggie Aime, MSN, RNUpdated on Aug 20, 2025
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How and Where to Inject Wegovy (Plus 4 More Tips to Get the Most From Wegovy)

Written By Niousha Nader, PharmD, BCCCPUpdated on Aug 20, 2025
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Wegovy vs. Saxenda: 5 Differences Between These Weight-Loss Injections

Written By Alyssa Billingsley, PharmDUpdated on Aug 20, 2025
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Lomaira vs. Adipex-P: 5 Similarities and Differences to Consider

Written By Stacia Woodcock, PharmDPublished on Aug 20, 2025
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Does Medicaid Cover Ozempic, Wegovy, and Other Medications Taken for Weight Loss?

Written By Mitzi S. MorrisUpdated on Aug 19, 2025
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Does Medicare Cover Wegovy, Zepbound, and Other Weight-Loss Medications?

Written By Charlene Rhinehart, CPAUpdated on Aug 19, 2025
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Contrave, Wegovy, and 4 Other Phentermine Alternatives for Weight Loss

Written By Alex Evans, PharmD, MBAUpdated on Aug 19, 2025
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What Happens When You Stop Taking Ozempic? Here Are the Short- and Long-Term Side Effects

Written By Nicole Andonian, MDUpdated on Aug 19, 2025
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Semaglutide for Weight Loss: How It Works and Compares to Other Weight-Loss Medications

Written By Alyssa Billingsley, PharmDUpdated on Aug 18, 2025
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Which Weight-Loss Items Are HSA- or FSA-Eligible Expenses?

Written By Charlene Rhinehart, CPAUpdated on Aug 15, 2025
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11 High-Fiber Breakfast Ideas to Fill You Up (and Improve Your Health)

Written By Joanna Foley, RDPublished on Aug 1, 2025
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How Do You Lose Menopause Belly Fat? An Approach That Benefits Your Mind, Body, and Waistline

Written By Anne Jacobson, MD, MPHPublished on Aug 1, 2025
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8 Contrave Interactions to Be Aware of

Written By Austin Ulrich, PharmD, BCACPUpdated on Jul 30, 2025
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Can Victoza Help You Lose Weight?

Written By Kevin Le, PharmD, BCPS, BCPPSUpdated on Jul 25, 2025
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9 Contrave Side Effects You Should Know About

Written By Jill Barat, PharmDUpdated on Jul 23, 2025
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Foods to Avoid With Contrave (Plus 6 More Pharmacist-Backed Tips for Taking It)

Written By Jill Barat, PharmDUpdated on Jul 22, 2025
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The 8 Best Exercises to Lose Belly Fat, Backed by Science

Written By Kim Grundy, PTPublished on Jul 22, 2025
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10 Qsymia Side Effects You Should Know About

Written By Alex Evans, PharmD, MBAUpdated on Jul 17, 2025
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Ozempic for Weight Loss: How Does It Work and Who Can Use It?

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Which Exercises Burn the Most Calories? Your 20 Best Options

Written By Kim Grundy, PTPublished on Jul 16, 2025
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Mounjaro vs. Saxenda: 7 Differences You Should Know About

Written By Kristina D. Carter, PharmD, MBA, MHAUpdated on Jul 9, 2025
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Can Magnesium Help Weight Loss?

Written By Nicole Andonian, MDPublished on Jul 8, 2025
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What Is Wegovy Made of? A Guide to Wegovy’s Active Ingredient and How It’s Made

Written By Alyssa Billingsley, PharmDUpdated on Jul 1, 2025
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How Much Does Phentermine Cost With and Without Insurance?

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How Much Does Qsymia Cost With and Without Insurance?

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CagriSema for Weight Loss: Study Results, Availability, and How Other GLP-1s Compare

Written By Alyssa Billingsley, PharmDPublished on Jun 13, 2025
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Zepbound and Alcohol: 6 Things to Know About This Interaction

Written By Austin Ulrich, PharmD, BCACPPublished on Jun 11, 2025
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What Are the Best Bariatric Vitamins to Take After Weight-Loss Surgery?

Written By Joshua Murdock, PharmD, BCBBSUpdated on Jun 10, 2025
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What Does Wegovy Look Like? Images to Help You Spot Fake vs. Real Wegovy

Written By Alyssa Billingsley, PharmDUpdated on Jun 10, 2025
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Topamax for Weight Loss: Your GoodRx Guide

Written By ThienLy Neal, PharmDUpdated on Jun 10, 2025
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Saxenda Injections for Weight Loss: How It Works, Eligibility, Side Effects, and More

Written By Brian Leonard, PharmD, BCACP, BCGPUpdated on Jun 10, 2025
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Is Tuna Good for Weight Loss? We Asked a Dietitian

Written By Cara Rosenbloom, RDPublished on Jun 2, 2025
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Do You Have Food Noise? Here’s How to Know, and What You Can Do to Quiet It

Written By Kerry Hackworth, MS, RD, LDNPublished on Jun 2, 2025
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What Is A Tummy Tuck? 7 Things You Should Know

Written By Jennifer L. Claves, MDUpdated on Jun 2, 2025
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Do Pickles Help With Weight Loss? Here’s Why You May Want to Add Them to Your Next Meal

Written By Katie Horrell, MS, RDN, CPTPublished on Jun 2, 2025
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Is Qsymia Available as a Generic? Everything You Should Know About Generic Qsymia

Written By Alyssa Billingsley, PharmDUpdated on May 29, 2025
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Can Children Outgrow Obesity?

Written By Bernadette Anderson, MD, MPHUpdated on May 9, 2025
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Does Fiber Help You Lose Weight? Yes, Here Are 5 Ways It Can Help

Written By Karen Hovav, MD, FAAPPublished on May 5, 2025
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Does Tricare Cover Weight-Loss Surgery?

Written By Maggie Aime, MSN, RNPublished on May 5, 2025
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The Blood Type Diet: Should You Be Eating According to Your Blood Type?

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How Does Phentermine Work for Weight Loss? Answers to This and 7 More FAQs

Written By Stacia Woodcock, PharmDUpdated on Apr 30, 2025
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7 Supplements to Take With Ozempic, Wegovy, and Other GLP-1-Related Medications

Written By Alex Evans, PharmD, MBAPublished on Apr 29, 2025
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Phentermine Dosages for Weight Loss: Your GoodRx Guide

Written By Austin Ulrich, PharmD, BCACPUpdated on Apr 17, 2025
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Can You Take Berberine and Metformin Together for Weight Loss?

Written By Hindu Rao, PharmD, APh, BCACPUpdated on Apr 17, 2025
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Is Biking Good for Weight Loss?

Written By Kristen Gasnick, PT, DPTPublished on Apr 14, 2025
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Can’t Take GLP-1s? Here are 4 GLP-1 Alternatives for Weight Loss to Consider

Written By Alyssa Billingsley, PharmDPublished on Apr 11, 2025
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Contrave: How It Works, How to Take It, and Side Effects

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Weight Loss and Women: Is It Harder for Women to Lose Weight?

Written By Mandy Armitage, MDUpdated on Apr 8, 2025
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How Long Does Contrave Take to Work?

Written By Mandeep Sohal, PharmDPublished on Apr 3, 2025
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The 7 Best Supplements If You Have PCOS

Written By Katie Horrell, MS, RDN, CPTPublished on Apr 1, 2025
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How Many Calories Should You Eat Based on Age? Calculate Your Needs to Lose, Gain, or Maintain Weight

Written By Alisa BowmanPublished on Apr 1, 2025
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Does Semaglutide Cause Cancer?

Written By Mandy Armitage, MDPublished on Apr 1, 2025
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Does CoolSculpting Actually Work?

Written By April Benshosan, MSPublished on Apr 1, 2025
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How Does It Feel to Take Weight Loss Medication (Like GLP-1 Agonists)?

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What Exactly Is Brown Fat, and Does It Have Any Real Health Benefits?

Written By Victoria Eaton, RDN, LDN, IFNCPUpdated on Mar 18, 2025
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Does My Insurance Cover Weight-Loss Surgery and Programs?

Written By Mitzi S. MorrisPublished on Mar 13, 2025
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Can Coffee Help You Lose Weight? We Look Into the Evidence

Written By Katie Horrell, MS, RDN, CPTPublished on Mar 7, 2025
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Diet vs. Exercise: Which Is Better for My Health?

Written By Sylvia Gonsahn-Bollie, MDUpdated on Mar 7, 2025
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Can a High Protein Breakfast Help With Weight Loss? Yes. Here Are 13 Meal Ideas to Get You Started

Written By Karen Hovav, MD, FAAPPublished on Mar 3, 2025
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Why You’re Losing Inches but Not Weight

Written By Jody Braverman, CPT, RYTPublished on Mar 3, 2025
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Can Ashwagandha Help You to Lose Weight​? Maybe — This Is What We Know

Written By Nicole Andonian, MDPublished on Mar 3, 2025
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Can B12 Shots Help With Weight Loss?

Written By Tracy Norfleet, MD, FACPUpdated on Feb 14, 2025
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Is the Elliptical Good for Weight Loss?

Written By Jody Braverman, CPT, RYTPublished on Feb 6, 2025
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Honey vs. Sugar: Which One Is Better?

Written By Joanna Foley, RDPublished on Feb 6, 2025
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Is Protein Powder Good for Weight Loss?

Written By Katie E. Golden, MDPublished on Feb 6, 2025
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Can Drinking Coffee Make You Less Hungry? What Science Says About Coffee and Appetite

Written By Karen Hovav, MD, FAAPPublished on Feb 6, 2025
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5 Signs You Are in Ketosis

Written By Dina CheneyPublished on Feb 4, 2025
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How to Stop Stress Eating: Why It Happens and What You Can Do

Written By Cherilyn Davis, MDUpdated on Feb 3, 2025
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9 of the Best Fruits for Weight Loss, According to a Dietitian

Written By Cara Rosenbloom, RDPublished on Feb 3, 2025
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How Many Carbs Should You Eat a Day?

Written By Joanna Foley, RDUpdated on Feb 3, 2025
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How to Avoid Processed Foods: 9 Realistic Tips

Written By Candace Nelson, MS, CNUpdated on Feb 3, 2025
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Feel Hungrier on Your Period? There May Be Good Reason for It

Written By Cherilyn Davis, MDPublished on Feb 3, 2025
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Obesity Care & Weight Loss: What’s Covered, and What’s Not?

Written By Mitzi S. MorrisUpdated on Jan 24, 2025
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How Alcohol Affects Your Metabolism

Written By Brian Clista, MDUpdated on Jan 23, 2025
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Best Free and Paid Weight-Loss Apps

Written By Ana GasconUpdated on Jan 21, 2025
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What Is BMI, and How Do You Calculate It?

Written By Katie E. Golden, MDUpdated on Jan 17, 2025
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Fills for Weight-Loss Medications Like Wegovy and Mounjaro Rise Despite High Out-of-Pocket Costs

Written By Amanda Nguyen, PhDUpdated on Jan 17, 2025
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Here’s Why Weight Loss Can Stop While Taking Ozempic or Wegovy

Written By Ronald W. Dworkin, MD, PhDUpdated on Jan 17, 2025
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Does Intermittent Fasting Work? Yes! Here’s How It May Help With Weight Loss

Written By Margaret Apura, RD, MPHPublished on Jan 15, 2025
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Health Debunked: Can You Safely Lose Weight Quickly?

Written By Cara Rosenbloom, RDUpdated on Jan 13, 2025
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Health Debunked: Can Cold Showers Help With Weight Loss?

Written By Karen Hovav, MD, FAAPUpdated on Jan 13, 2025
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Is Pilates Good for Weight Loss?

Written By Jody Braverman, CPT, RYTUpdated on Jan 13, 2025
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Is Cardio Good for Weight Loss?

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Looking for a Healthy, Low-Calorie Snack? Here Are 40 Dietitian-Approved Options

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What Are the Health Risks of Belly Fat?

Written By Sarah Gupta, MDPublished on Jan 9, 2025
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