Every article on Start Being Healthy is written or medically reviewed by Dr. Faryal Faisal, PharmD — a licensed pharmacist with clinical experience in Karachi's leading hospitals and current medical writing roles at Start Being Healthy and Klarity Health. No AI-generated content. No affiliate-driven advice. Just clear, referenced, pharmacist-grade content on the health topics that matter most: weight loss medications, intermittent fasting, nutrition science, and evidence-based wellness.
Licensed Pharmacist · Medical Writer · Lead Medical Reviewer
Dr. Faryal Faisal is a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) graduate of the University of Karachi, one of Pakistan's leading pharmacy programs. Her clinical training includes internship rotations at Dr. Ziauddin Hospital and the Karachi Institute of Kidney Diseases (KIKD) — hands-on experience covering hospital pharmacy operations, clinical medication review, patient counselling, and complex drug therapy management for kidney disease patients on multiple concurrent medications.
Today she serves as the lead health writer and medical reviewer at Start Being Healthy, where she personally writes or medically reviews every published article. She also contributes medical content to Klarity Health, a US-based telehealth platform, covering weight loss medications, supplements, nutrition science, and intermittent fasting.
Start Being Healthy exists to translate complex health science into evidence-based, pharmacist-reviewed guides that help people make confident, informed decisions about weight loss medications, nutrition, and daily wellness — without the marketing hype most health sites are full of.
Every article is either written or medically reviewed by Dr. Faryal Faisal, PharmD. We reference clinical trials from NEJM, JAMA, Lancet, and PubMed. We cite FDA prescribing information, NIH resources, and official guidelines from organizations like the American Diabetes Association and the Endocrine Society. When evidence is mixed or emerging, we say so — instead of pretending certainty that does not exist.
PharmD-reviewed guides on Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, Zepbound, and Foundayo (orforglipron). Clinical trial data, dosing, side effects, and honest efficacy comparisons.
Evidence-based guides to 16:8, 20:4, and other intermittent fasting protocols. Special populations covered — women, PCOS, menopause, medication interactions.
Meal plans, food guides, and nutrition breakdowns backed by peer-reviewed evidence. Anti-inflammatory diets, condition-specific nutrition, honest supplement reviews.
PCOS, menopause, hormonal weight gain, and the specific ways weight loss and metabolism differ for women across life stages.
We start with the current clinical evidence — PubMed, NEJM, JAMA, FDA prescribing information, and official guidelines from medical bodies.
Content is drafted by Dr. Faryal Faisal or written with her direct clinical input. Every claim is tied to a specific source.
Every article — medication, meal plan, or supplement — is medically reviewed by Dr. Faryal Faisal, PharmD before publication.
Articles are reviewed and updated whenever significant new evidence emerges — new trials, FDA approvals, or guideline changes.
Every article on Start Being Healthy cites its sources so you can verify our claims independently. We rely primarily on:
We never cite health blogs, aggregator sites, or promotional content as sources. When we mention emerging or preliminary research, we say so clearly so readers understand the strength of the evidence.
Start Being Healthy does not accept payment from pharmaceutical companies, medication manufacturers, supplement brands, weight loss programs, or telehealth providers in exchange for editorial coverage. Our comparisons and recommendations reflect the clinical evidence — not commercial interests.
When we mention a specific medication, product, or service, it is because the clinical evidence, mechanism, or availability makes it relevant to the reader's decision. We frequently point out when an option is not the strongest available — even when it would be commercially convenient not to.
For our complete editorial policy, see our Editorial Policy. For medical information usage rules, see our Medical Disclaimer.
Start Being Healthy is written for adults who want to make informed decisions about their health without being talked down to. Our audience is primarily:
Our content is not a replacement for medical care. Every article on this site includes a medical disclaimer for a reason: your personal health decisions should be made with your physician, pharmacist, or registered dietitian who knows your complete medical history.
Questions, corrections, story suggestions, or professional inquiries — we read every message. For individual medical advice, please consult your own healthcare provider. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, please contact your local emergency services immediately.
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