Ozempic Users?

Anyone out there using Ozempic (or any of the other injectables)? Just wanted to compare journeys and results.
I've been on Ozempic since Nov and have been having zero negative effects (did I just curse myself). Have lost 27lbs.
Let me know how you're handling shots and how you're dealing!
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  • penguinmama87
    penguinmama87 Posts: 1,155 Member
    I have just taken my second dose yesterday. I’m still at .25. I’m not having any symptoms really. I’m learning eat better what it’s slow. I want to start meal prepping but it seems so hard.

    What about meal prepping seems difficult? Maybe some posters here can offer some suggestions. Do you cook already at all?
  • JaysFan82
    JaysFan82 Posts: 853 Member
    I have just taken my second dose yesterday. I’m still at .25. I’m not having any symptoms really. I’m learning eat better what it’s slow. I want to start meal prepping but it seems so hard.

    It's surprisingly easy once you get going. I meal prep a few days a week. I HATED doing it when I started. Now I can't imagine not doing it
  • iradi8
    iradi8 Posts: 751 Member
    kshama2001 wrote: »
    cook 8 chicken thighs two different ways, plus starch and veg to make four lunches and four dinners.

    I've always wondered about meal prepping with cooked meats. I've always heard that cooked meat is only good for three days. So if you cook it on Sunday, then it's good till Wednesday. But it seems like the meal preps are usually 4-5 days.

  • paperpudding
    paperpudding Posts: 9,270 Member
    iradi8 wrote: »
    kshama2001 wrote: »
    cook 8 chicken thighs two different ways, plus starch and veg to make four lunches and four dinners.

    I've always wondered about meal prepping with cooked meats. I've always heard that cooked meat is only good for three days. So if you cook it on Sunday, then it's good till Wednesday. But it seems like the meal preps are usually 4-5 days.

    Some people who meal prep for a week or more freeze meals to be thawed out when they want to eat them.
  • Sandie2102
    Sandie2102 Posts: 67 Member
    It’s very interesting for me to hear of your experiences. I don’t know how this is going to work out for me, but I am hopeful. Today I’m not hungry, but I’ve decided to log my foods and calories just to see what I’m eating. It seems I am eating under 1000 cal. Which I would normally never do . I certainly don’t want to make myself sick. I do have some side effects but in my case because I am on other medications and have other health issues I feel nauseous a lot of the time anyway. By dropping some weight I’m hoping to get off some of these drugs . I would love to gain some energy. For me, ozempic is not a Long-term solution. At least I don’t think so. I want to be mindful of what I eat and control my appetite eventually on my own. Ozempic is giving me a way to get started on this journey to a healthier life. It’s very funny that four weeks ago I had never even heard of this drug. My doctor mentioned it to me during an appointment and asked me if I might consider it for obesity . Soon after, I was diagnosed with diabetes which shocked me. The doctor prescribed ozempic. The decision was made for me. I’m hoping to take a class concerning the diabetes. I don’t know much about it.

    It's very easy to eat too few calories now. I find that I do best when I focus on eating the protein and veg first then add in the carbs...at least by the time I get full, I have consumed the healthiest part of my food. I also found that Ginger Gravol works well, if I have any nausea (only happen once after a shot, and if I eat any greasy foods). If you read up on or take a class about diabetes you will learn so much. I work with a dietician as part of my plan and each meeting we discuss various aspects of healthy eating, maintaining a healthy meal plan, how food will look going forward as it pertains to the rest of my life etc. I've learned about insulin reactions and how foods work together to fuel us. Lot's of great info ( and that is just from my dietician, not even a diabetes counsellor, since I am not diabetic). Imformation is power!!!
  • Melwillbehealthy
    Melwillbehealthy Posts: 894 Member
    Sandie,
    I’m so glad to hear about what works for you. I’m seeing my doctor in another Two weeks and she’ll probably refer me to a diabetes class at the hospital.
    I’ve been on ozempic for 10 days now. My appetite definitely fluctuates a lot. I seem to be starving, then after a little bit feeling full. I’m so worried that the drug won’t work for me. I’ve developed a huge appetite, especially this last year. Logging my food was difficult today. I was babysitting my grandkids and served them a lot of food. I tried to log what I ate. The calories were ok, but I think I ate too many carbs for someone with diabetes. I can’t wait to take that class at the hospital.
    I feel unsure if I’m making the correct diet changes . I may look into seeing a dietitian.
    Sorry this sounds like I’m complaining. I’m very happy to be given this chance.
  • Sandie2102
    Sandie2102 Posts: 67 Member
    Sandie,
    I’m so glad to hear about what works for you. I’m seeing my doctor in another Two weeks and she’ll probably refer me to a diabetes class at the hospital.
    I’ve been on ozempic for 10 days now. My appetite definitely fluctuates a lot. I seem to be starving, then after a little bit feeling full. I’m so worried that the drug won’t work for me. I’ve developed a huge appetite, especially this last year. Logging my food was difficult today. I was babysitting my grandkids and served them a lot of food. I tried to log what I ate. The calories were ok, but I think I ate too many carbs for someone with diabetes. I can’t wait to take that class at the hospital.
    I feel unsure if I’m making the correct diet changes . I may look into seeing a dietitian.
    Sorry this sounds like I’m complaining. I’m very happy to be given this chance.

    Not complaining at all. There is no one size fits all (don't we all know that) solution to getting to the weight that we all want to live life at. I know it's hard, but really focus on the water intake and try to eat slowly, like super slowly. My doctor did mention that Ozempic doesn't always work for everyone, or maybe the dosage isn't correct for you. It might be another version of the same drug will work. But don't give up.