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Been on it since August and tolerance has been good. Mild nausea at the start, some bathroom issues, but nothing serious enough to skip doses. Glad to hear others have smooth runs too.

20 lbs is significant progress. That's usually when your clothes start to feel looser and others start noticing. I'm using sema and around that 20-pound mark, I also realized it was actually working.

Since you just started ADHD meds around the same time, your doctor might need to reduce your Wegovy dose if the rapid weight loss continues. Stimulants can also suppress your appetite, and you don't want to put too much stress on your body. Dad are you seeing the same doctor for both the Wegovy...

I've gone down a full shoe size and a half. Didn't realize your feet had that much fat!

I think a plateau is actually pretty normal. I've been stuck at the same weight for almost two months now. At first, I was bummed, but then I realized I've lost 35 pounds and I'm not gaining it back! That's a win for me. I'm going to start tracking things more closely again to try and kickstart...

It took me almost two full months to start feeling like myself again. The emotional blunting gradually faded, and I feel completely normal now.

It's wild, isn't it? I'm noticing new veins popping out in my hands, arms, and even legs. I've been donating blood for years, and it was always a struggle to find a good vein. Now, the nurses have plenty to choose from! I'm loving my visible veins! 😊

Were you using a GLP-1 before starting Reta? Just curious, I don't really have any other thoughts. I guess I can add that when I first started Sema, my vision felt a little wobbly sometimes. It didn't last long and seems to be a common side effect.

Yes! Stress definitely affects how well GLP-1s work. When cortisol goes up, it can counteract the medication's effects. Ashwagandha is great for managing cortisol. Some people also take adaptogen blends that include stuff like rhodiola and holy basil for stress. Also, magnesium glycinate before...

Technically, they're legal to buy for *research* purposes, but not legal for personal use. But that's where the "loophole" comes in...

Yup! Texture issues are real. Soft foods were a no-go for a while. For others, it's yogurt, oatmeal, just mushy stuff in general. Go for cold or crunchy things. Frozen grapes, rice cakes, ice-cold protein shakes. Something about the texture and temperature makes it easier to eat when everything...

That is awesome! It's amazing what these meds can do when combined with lifestyle changes.

Actually, my OCD and anxiety seem to have improved since starting. Intrusive thoughts are less frequent.

I agree with JuiceSet664 about muscle loss. It's important to prioritize muscle retention. Also, I think people should still exercise even if they're losing weight without it. Ross Arena, PhD says these new meds shouldn't be the only approach. another forum

I agree that making press releases to drum up investment is a pretty common tactic. I would be a bit surprised if their "pie in the sky" results continue throughout the rest of the trials.

I go to a weight loss clinic that's in network with my insurance, and they prescribe a compounded formula. It’s much cheaper.

I've always enjoyed cooking and browsing through recipes. For years, I've prepped nutritious meals each week. But ever since starting on a pretty low dose about a month ago, I don't want to cook or even open a cookbook. Yesterday I just ate a handful of potato chips for lunch. Any healthy foods...

Congrats!!!

I did lose weight, but you still need to work out. These medications aren’t magic. Don’t just sit around.

I'm on Medicaid, and they covered it for weight loss for a while, but now they don't cover any GLP-1 at all if it's for weight loss.