Recent content by GeekyKing466

Staying on medication to keep the IBS under control makes a lot more sense than the scale number at this point.

Sleep disruption from night dosing usually tracks with the absorption peak. Morning injection often resolves it.

I'm aiming for the 'overweight' category too! I've been fighting this for so long, and being at a healthy weight for over a year feels surreal. It truly is a miracle!

Ugh, so jealous! I've been on this stuff for almost a year, and I'm still struggling!

Grey market batch consistency varies more than compounded at the same dose - that's the potency gap some people report.

I totally agree with NoShortcuts! The diminished cravings are HUGE. I feel like a normal person around food now. I actually went off my medication for a few weeks due to travel, and it was TERRIBLE!

It's so true! I can look at pastries at work and think 'nah,' whereas I never could before.

That's interesting... I hadn't connected the two, but you're right, I'm freezing all the time now. I'm going into my seventh week. I hope that doesn't last forever!

One thing nobody mentioned is digestive enzymes! They've been a game changer for me in terms of reducing any discomfort after meals.

I had a similar experience with Brand X. It was a tough year, but I did see results (around 25lbs). I switched to Brand Y and it's been a much better experience. I had awful side effects with Brand X, but almost none with Brand Y. Something to think about. Good luck! 💕

Wow, some people here seem overly serious. Glad my sense of humor is still intact even with this medication!

It's a marathon, not a sprint!

I'm about 6 weeks into this journey at a dosage of 0.4 mg. I'm increasing gradually, but I feel terrible. My appetite is nonexistent, my energy levels are zero, and I'm constantly battling nausea. I'm diligent about hydrating, taking probiotics, and supplementing with magnesium. I also...

Make sure you're eating enough calories to fuel your body and brain. You might not see huge changes in the first month, and your appetite might not decrease dramatically right away. Be patient and consistent! Track your calories to stay in a reasonable deficit. The main thing is building...

I quit drinking entirely after starting. Didn't even try, just happened. Feel amazing!