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Physician-reviewed guides and answers on GLP-1 medications, weight management, and metabolic health for teens, young adults, and parents

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GLP-1 Medications

The Complete Guide to GLP-1 Medications

Everything you need to know about GLP-1 treatment: how the medications work, safety research, eligibility, and what treatment looks like

12 min readJun 2, 2026
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GLP-1 Medications

GLP-1 Age Requirements: What’s Approved for Teens and Young Adults

A clear, FDA-label-based guide to GLP-1 age requirements, from approved options for ages 12–17 to adult options at 18+

7 min readOct 7, 2026
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Weight Management

Teen BMI Percentile: What It Means—and What It Cannot Tell You

How BMI percentile works for ages 2–19, why it differs from adult BMI, and when a clinician can help put the number in context

6 min readOct 7, 2026
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Getting Started

Teen Weight Loss Programs in 2026: A Parent's Buyer's Guide

How commercial apps, hospital clinics, adult telehealth, and adolescent medical practices actually differ — and the eight questions that separate real care from a subscription

13 min readAug 11, 2026
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GLP-1 Medications

Wegovy vs. Saxenda for Ages 12–17 (and What Changes at 18)

The only two GLP-1 medications approved for adolescents, compared side by side: trial results, dosing, side effects, cost — and what opens up at 18

11 min readJul 29, 2026
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For Parents

The Diagnosis Gap: Why Most Young People Who Meet Obesity Criteria Are Never Diagnosed

New 2025 data from over 9 million health records shows fewer than half of young adults who meet obesity criteria ever receive a diagnosis — and what families can do about it

10 min readJul 29, 2026
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For Parents

My Teenager Is Overweight: A Compassionate Guide to Next Steps

A pediatrician-informed, judgment-free guide to understanding teen weight, having the talk, and finding the right support

11 min readJul 27, 2026
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Cost & Insurance

How to Afford GLP-1 Medications Without Insurance in 2026

Real market prices, manufacturer savings programs, patient assistance, and appeal strategies that make treatment more affordable

12 min readJul 26, 2026
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Weight Management

College Weight Management: Beyond the "Freshman 15" in 2026

The freshman 15 is real biology, not a willpower failure. Why college weight gain happens and when medical options make sense

12 min readJul 26, 2026
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For Parents

GLP-1 Medications for Teens: What Parents Need to Know in 2026

Is Wegovy safe for teens? A physician-reviewed guide to safety research, eligibility, side effects, and how to take the next step

11 min readJul 25, 2026
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GLP-1 Medications

Wegovy Side Effects in Teens: What to Expect and How to Manage Them

A physician-reviewed guide to nausea, GI symptoms, and safety in adolescents, with practical tips for each stage of treatment

12 min readJul 25, 2026
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For Parents

Talking About Weight: Conversation Starters

Printable conversation guides for parents: openers, responses to pushback, and phrases clinicians recommend avoiding

Free downloadJul 24, 2026
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Getting Started

Is GLP-1 Right for You? Self-Assessment Checklist

A structured checklist covering eligibility basics, health history, and readiness questions to bring to a provider

Free downloadJul 22, 2026

See if your family qualifies

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