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To join Fella you need to be aged 18+ with a BMI of 25 and above.
There are some other medical exclusions that your doctor will discuss with you. We are currently only available in Arizona, California, Illinois, New York, North Carolina Texas and Washington and will be nationwide soon. If you'd like to get notified when we launch in your State please fill in the quiz.

Research shows men are underserved by existing programs helping patients with obesity get to a healthier weight, this is the main reason for our male focus.

We do however have many women on the program, often family and friends of men already enrolled and this is always encouraged.

No matter your background, if we can help you, we will do all we can to help you get to and maintain a healthier weight.

Obesity is complex. Far more complex than just "eat less & exercise more". Board-certified obesity doctors regularly prescribe FDA-approved medications, including what are called GLP-1s: glucagon-like peptide-1s. In peer-reviewed research these medications, in combination with lifestyle change, are one of the most effective ways to get to a healthier weight.

Find out more about our medications here.

The medical support team will work directly with your healthcare insurance to try get the medication covered. We have a wide range of safe, effective medication options independent of insurance coverage.

All medications your specialist doctor will prescribe are FDA-approved, and have been scientifically proven to help with getting to a healthier weight. The doctors normally focus on GLP-1 medications (glucagon-like peptide-1s), which have been safely used for type 2 diabetes since 2010. GLP-1s help lower your set point by decreasing hunger, increasing satiety, and regulating hormones. Your doctor works with you here to create the best pathway for you, dependent on your health history and your insurance coverage.

Find out more about our medications here.

We connect you with a clinician that specialized in weight loss. If you do not have blood work from the previous 12-months, they will help organize a comprehensive health screening at a local lab. You then talk these through with your clinician to assess your current metabolic health so they can personalize your treatment plan and prescribe medication suited to you. In a video appointment, your specialist clinician will review this screening and your medical history — then answer any of your questions about the treatment plan.

A comprehensive screening which may include:

Additional testing may include an EKG (in patients with a history of cardiac disorders and stroke), and a complete thyroid panel depending on your medical history.

Find out more about our medications here.

Obesity is complex. Far more complex than just "eat less & exercise more". Board-certified obesity doctors regularly prescribe FDA-approved medications, including what are called GLP-1s: glucagon-like peptide-1s. In peer-reviewed research these medications, in combination with lifestyle change, are one of the most effective ways to get to a healthier weight.

Find out more about our medications here.

All medications your specialist doctor will prescribe are FDA-approved, and have been scientifically proven to help with tackling obesity. Our weight loss clinicians prescribe a wide-range of weight loss medications including GLP-1s (glucagon-like peptide-1s), which have been safely used for Type 2 diabetes since 2005. GLP-1s help lower your set point by decreasing hunger, increasing satiety, and regulating hormones. Your specialist clinician works with you here to create the best pathway for you, dependent on your health history and your insurance coverage.

Find out more about our medications here.

All medications your specialist clinician will prescribe are FDA-approved, and have been scientifically proven to help with tackling obesity. Our weight loss clinicians prescribe a wide-range of weight loss medications including GLP-1s (glucagon-like peptide-1s), which have been safely used for Type 2 diabetes since 2005. GLP-1s help lower your set point by decreasing hunger, increasing satiety, and regulating hormones. Your specialist doctor works with you here to create the best pathway for you, dependent on your health history and your insurance coverage.

Find out more about our medications here.

The clinicians prescribe various weight-loss medications, including GLP-1s (glucagon-like peptide-1s), depending on your personal situation. GLP-1s are naturally occurring hormones that send signals to your brain to decrease your appetite, improve your metabolic function, and increase satiety. Research suggests that people who are at a higher weight show reduction in GLP-1 signalling. The medications that the specialist doctors prescribe work on the same receptors as your natural GLP-1 hormones. Originally developed to treat type 2 diabetes, in 2014 the FDA approved the use of a brand of GLP-1s for tackling obesity in people without type 2 diabetes. The medication prescribed by the specialist doctor isn't a short-term fix. But by safely lowering your set point, the GLP-1 medications available today help you reduce your body weight in combination with lifestyle changes.

Find out more about our medications here.

GLP-1 medications are only currently covered by insurance if you have been diagnosed with diabetes.

For everyone else, GLP-1s will not be covered by your insurance.

This is why we guarantee that all fellas will get a GLP-1 prescription, included in the program cost (with no hidden fees), and no need to go through your insurance.

At Fella, if you are a good fit for weight loss medication, we guarantee your access to a GLP-1 prescription - at no extra cost.

Note: GLP-1s will only be prescribed for you if it is safe to do so.

Month 1: STARTING STRONG

- Begin taking your FDA-approved medications, as prescribed by your clinician.

- You and your health coach have met and customized your plan, with regular chat check-ins to see what's working and what could be improved.

- You will have built healthy habits and have a better understanding of what controls your hunger.


Month 2-3: BUILDING BETTER HABITS

- Medications are working to repair the root cause of your weight gain

- You're in close contact with your coach to identify new healthy habits, and stick to them.

- You're growing more confident in your new habits and are more aware of them.


Month 4-6: HEALTHIER, HAPPIER YOU.

- You're comfortable with your new daily habits and can even slip out of them for special occasions without having difficulty picking them up again.

- You feel more self-aware around food, and practice new coping strategies with ease.

- You're seeing your body change and your mood improve.


Month 7+: HEALTHY FOR LIFE

- Your healthy habits are now second nature.

- You have the discipline to maintain your new healthy lifestyle and weight even when times are tough.

- The pounds continue to come off, and you're noticing improvements in energy and confidence at your new, healthier weight.

- On average, Fella Health members lose 5% of their body weight by month 3 and 10% by month 6 (and keep it off).

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Your metabolic health is affected by stress eating, how well you sleep, and how much you exercise. Researchers call these the pillars of metabolic health. These are difficult habits to change, but evidence suggests improving these pillars is key to long-term success in staying at a healthier weight.

First we get to know you inside and out with blood work, family history, and more. Then you’ll have a 30 minute face-to-face consultation with dedicated clinician who assess the root causes of your weight, and tailors treatment to you with regular check-ins.

You’ll have regular communications with your personal health coach. They’ll help build a custom plan, and build your confidence to stick with it for the long-haul with texts to support and guide you.

If our clinicians think medication is the right fit for you, you’ll have access to a wide range of FDA approved medications that can help beat stress eating and make you fuller for longer. Flexible payment with insurance and out of pocket options.

You'll work directly with your expert coaching team. They all take their guidance from world-class advisors based on the most effective evidence-backed techniques.
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You can message them via text and via the App at any time, and they'll guide you through achievable behavioral tweaks each week.

You can use your HSA or FSA funds to pay for your Fella Membership. We can also provide a super bill if needed.

Note: some plans require a letter of medical necessity to qualify. Our medical team can assist you in this.

If the funds available in your HSA or FSA accounts don't cover the entire amount we can split payment between multiple cards.

We always try to get your GLP-1 medications covered by insurance.

If branded GLP-1s (Wegovy, Mounjaro, Ozempic) are covered by your insurance, your prescription should cost no more than a $25/mo copay, after deductible.

We guarantee that any fellas that do not have insurance coverage will pay no more than $195/mo for their GLP-1 prescription.

Our core program starts from $329/mo

All plans include GLP-1 weight loss medication, personalized health assessment, custom coaching playbook and support via the fella app.

You can see all of our plans and pricing here.

Fella Health offers a 6-month money-back guarantee because we believe Health Repair is a long-term process. The 6-month mark, if the program has been followed, is a pivotal moment where long-term results are showing. As we truly believe in our approach to Health Repair, we want to give you the time to work through the program, which is why we’ve chosen a 6-month guarantee.

To see the full terms please visit our Guarantee page.

Clomiphene citrate works by mimicking a low testosterone state in the body, prompting the brain to increase its own production of the hormone. Here's how it happens:

1. Clomiphene citrate attaches to estrogen receptors in the brain.
2. This triggers the release of luteinizing hormone (LH) from the pituitary gland (part of the brain).
3. LH travels through the bloodstream to the testes.
4. In the testes, LH stimulates Leydig cells, which produce more testosterone.

In simpler terms, your brain manages the testosterone production process, with the testes acting as the factories. When the brain senses sufficient testosterone levels, it shuts down the production. However, clomiphene citrate helps when the brain mistakenly shuts down the factory too early. By taking clomiphene citrate, your brain receives signals to boost testosterone production in the testes.

While testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) is commonly used to treat low testosterone, it has potential drawbacks.

TRT, typically administered through injections, can lower sperm count and affect male fertility.

Here's why: when the brain detects an increase in testosterone from TRT, it signals a reduction in hormones responsible for sperm production.

Consequently, prolonged TRT can suppress natural sperm and testosterone production in the male body.

In contrast, Clomid (clomiphene citrate) does not inhibit testosterone production like TRT does. It can raise testosterone levels while preserving male fertility. That's why men with low testosterone who desire to start a family may choose Clomid as an alternative. Furthermore, Clomid has fewer side effects compared to long-term testosterone injections, such as testicular atrophy (reduced testicle size).

While clomiphene citrate is generally effective in raising testosterone levels in most men, it may not work for everyone. In cases of primary testicular dysfunction, where the testes cannot produce testosterone despite stimulation from the pituitary gland (and high LH levels), clomiphene citrate may be ineffective. Although the idea of stimulating the body's own testosterone production without external supplementation is appealing, it may not be feasible for some men.
For those men in whom clomiphene citrate does raise testosterone levels, there are two possible outcomes:

1. Most men experience significant relief from symptoms. This can include increased sex drive, improved energy levels, enhanced mood, and more.
2. Some men may see an increase in testosterone levels but still not achieve adequate symptom relief. The reasons for this are not always fully understood.

It's important to note that it may take 2-3 months of treatment to observe symptom improvement. Patience is key, allowing sufficient time to assess if symptoms will alleviate. If you belong to the smaller group of men who do not experience symptom relief, it's essential to communicate this to your healthcare provider. Sometimes, it simply means that you may require a higher dosage.

Fellas on the ELITE plan will be prescribed clomiphene citrate to help boost natural testosterone levels.

The prescription cost for clomiphene citrate is currently just $50/mo.

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