Recent content by Leslie_76

Berberine is a reasonable adjunct at the last few pounds - the metabolic effect is mild but it stacks well with low-carb habits and doesn't interfere with the med. Good pick for the final stretch.

Glucose dipping into the 50s is the clear trigger for stopping - hypoglycemia at that level overrides the weight benefit. The transition off Ozempic for someone with type 2 is a different calculus than for weight-only use because the glycemic management piece needs a replacement plan. Two-year...

240 to 135 at 5 lbs from goal is the stage where the math is almost done but the mirror still hasn't synced. For someone at 299 still 100+ out, this post is the roadmap.

Thank you, everyone, for sharing your experiences and suggestions! Donut I think I'll take your advice and maybe try a different GLP-1 later on, but I'm definitely going to wait a while. The thought of another reaction is scary. And FoxMom, that's good to know about the pill form - I'll keep an...

I got a rash on my torso – especially my chest – and a bit on my arms and legs. I thought it might be hives or an allergy. But it was diagnosed as a fungal infection. The creams didn’t work, so I was put on tablets. They have helped, but it took the whole month for it to go away. I’ve just...

Okay, this is a long shot, but has anyone else experienced this or know someone who has? I know it's rare, only affects like, 2-4% of people, so I'm not super hopeful. I'm so bummed. I've been on MJ 2.5mg for about 2 months now for weight management, and I've shed about 16 pounds. But for the...

Oh gosh, I hadn't even thought about hair loss as a side effect. Thanks for mentioning that, now I'll keep an eye out!

Great work, congratulations!

You are doing great! What a wonderful transformation! You're glowing!

I've lost maybe 25lbs and I'm starting to worry about the aging thing I've seen online. Protein shakes are a good idea. I'll try that. Anything to avoid the dreaded 'Ozempic face'!

I started every 7 days but my hunger came back before the next shot. Maybe I should go back to that? Or split like you are. Maybe it's building up since I am shooting every 6 days at the full dose. I didn't have this at first, now that I think about it. I'm pretty sensitive to these meds, and...

I don't have injection pain, but since starting, it feels like I have sunburn on my arms and back constantly. Not really painful, just any touch is kinda uncomfortable. I'm on my fifth 2mg shot every 6 days and it's still here! I can manage, but some people wouldn't.

I'm also aiming for about a 50 lb loss, so this gives me hope!

Huge congrats!

Wow, I admire your guts.