GLP1 weight loss users

I would definitely talk to your prescribing doctor. Have you experimented with different kinds of foods to see if any will sit well? My mom's injection (she has diabetes) makes her nauseous and sick for like two days after, and she still gets random nausea throughout the week. She finds that some foods sit better than others, and sometimes she can only stomach specific things.

jennydowd wrote: »

Hi all! I just took my 6th shot of compounded semaglutide today. I started my weight loss journey in late Feb and lost 18lbs before starting the sema on 5/8. On sema I have lost 15lbs in 5 weeks so far.

I was on the "loading dose" of .25mg for the first 4 weeks, and I just increased to .5mg last week. On the loading doses, I noticed the food noise would come back a little on day 6. Last week was my first week at .5 and on day 7 (yesterday) I could not really eat, struggling to get to just 650 calories for the day. The only reason I even did that was because I forced down a 230cal protein drink at 8pm! I couldn't sleep last night and I wonder if it is related.

Today I took my 6th shot (second one at .5) and we'll see how it goes. My appetite is back today.

Wow! I'm on sema. I'm on week 5 and only at .4 dose. My appetite is still present, but definitely lessened. I am able to cut down to 1200 calories now without too much difficulty.

I am on Zepbound since the end of March. I have been on 2.5 till this week. I just did by first 5mg shot. Down 21lbs. I think I am a medium responder. I have to work at it but the tricks that never worked now do. I track my food and try to stay around 1400 calories.

amyyoung2108 wrote: »

I have a Tue appt with Henry Meds to try the oral Tirzepatide. Has anyone dealt with them or the pill version? I am hopeful this helps.

My husband is on the pill version. He "lucked" out (said sarcastically) in that his bloodwork showed him on the very low end of being diabetic, so our insurance ended up covering most of the cost for him.

He always reacts very strongly to new medications, but this one did not give him any side effects. However, it is different in that his doctor is having him on the first, low dosage for 90 days before it gets increased. It has helped his appetite, but has not caused it to vanish. Essentially, it is doing what it is supposed to do, which is to cut back your appetite so it's not so severe, so that all the tips and tricks you've tried in the past that did not work, start to finally work.

He did not lose anything for the first month, FYI, although I noticed he did lose in measurements (before we started taking them). He is in the second month now and I think he is down about 15 lbs.

Best of luck to you!

People on these medications can also help the body naturally secrete GLP-1's and those being whole foods basically, like leavy greens, avocado, whole grains, vegetables, olive oil, legumes as well as eggs and all animal proteins. This protocol not only has the ability to increase insulin sensitively but also has the ability to potentially slow down or reverse diabetes.

If this sound of some interest to anyone I suggest a few simple google searches to confirm this and maybe spark some interest in improving your own health in a more holistic way. Keep in mind this intervention will have an effect on your blood sugar and I would suggest you be in contact with your PCP that is guiding you through this process because the potential this will effect existing medications is a real one

kaferine69 wrote: »

medlib wrote: »

I’m on Rybelsus and plateauing. Any tips?

How long have you been on it? Have you had an dosage increases? Have you added exercise into the mix?

I have been on it since January and not increased the dose. My doctor wants more lifestyle changes. I am doing better with diet, focusing on protein first and fiber from healthy sources next. Lots of lovely fruits and vegetables in summer. High protein and probiotic yogurt, nuts, protein drinks, lean meat and fish. Occasional cheats.

My doctor told me to try recumbent bike and elliptical along with swimming. Walking alone is not aerobic most of the time. Arthritis.

Thanks for your advice.

I have been on Tirzepatide Compound for 7 weeks I have lost about 14 lbs. Which I am fine with as long as that number on the scale keeps going down... I pay $230 per refill. each bottle is 30ML. My insurance doesn't cover it but the clinic I go to goes through this pharmacy. I love the fact that I don't think about food. I do have to force myself to eat, but I focus on getting as much protein and water in and don't worry about anything else...
They have been talking a lot about the GLP-1's in the news lately, and they said they can charge Americans 3X the price and get away with it...Hopefully this will change soon...