Recent content by Gene_Sis

The receptor reset break circulates widely but has thin evidence - the data shows stopping means regain and restarting means climbing back through GI adaptation. First-line designation makes sense because breaks are not a maintenance plan.

The same dose bump lands completely differently depending on where you started - some people barely notice a step up.

Going from 315 to 209 changes the license photo problem - the face change alone makes the 2003 version unrecognizable. The 104 lbs is one number but what changes underneath it is the metabolic whole picture. Walking at maintenance keeps the loss structural rather than just pharmacological.

If you've been on for almost a year, maybe your body has found its happy weight for now? Sometimes our bodies just need a break. I've heard others say they've taken breaks and then started losing again.

Maybe your body is adding muscle as you lose fat? Have you looked into body composition analysis to check your fat and muscle percentages?

I saw someone post 'Man in the mirror' and that really hit home for me. It's not just about the weight, it's about feeling good about yourself. Congrats on your progress!

Well done!!!

I read about a metabolic research scientist/MD who takes it and prescribes it, and they said maintenance usually needs an ongoing dose. They said thats what they are seeing in trials. I guess it depends on your body and how it reacts.

When I've had to stop, my appetite stays low for 3-4 months afterwards.

insurance coverage for weight loss is spotty at best. had type 2 diabetes so mine got approved, but $950 a pen stings until deductible hits. using a bigger pen and click counting to stretch it further. switching to medicare soon tho - they don't cover it for weight loss at all.

When supply issues forced me to stop, my glucose levels rose, and I needed more insulin. I was still losing fat and gaining muscle but my insulin resistance hit hard! After being off for around 2 months each time, and only being able to take a tiny dose when I could get it, my A1C went up to 7.1...

Same here in Germany. It's for diabetes, but once you're at 6.3, it's a "lifestyle drug". Only high-risk patients, like retinopathy, get it covered. My doctor said my numbers are too good and we'll wean me soon. I started last fall. I lost 32 pounds and I'm devastated.

Anyone from other countries must be confused. I pay maybe $200 a month. We have centralized healthcare, so we have huge negotiating power. You're all on your own, trying to fight for your health when the insurance companies might deny your medicine. Why was Obamacare so frightening? Genuine...

I wanted to add that I've also had some interesting mental clarity since starting this. It's like a fog has lifted. I can focus better, and I feel more present in the moment. It's a pleasant surprise!

That's a pretty significant change. Only 7 weeks, really? Haha