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I've only ever used my stomach for injections. Never even tried the thigh. I know some people feel sick if they use their stomach though. Different strokes, I guess!

Do you enjoy pinning yourself now? I used to have nightmares after my first try, but now I kinda like it!

Dress in closet since last April, falling off now. Started September 2024, whole new person. Twenty-two, graduating May, marine science degree, Florida dream job, amazing about body now. Can jump, move, no stiffness. Confident. Nausea and anxiety sucked but worth it.

I watched that John Oliver piece. He did a segment once on an industry I'm familiar with, and while he pointed out the problems, it wasn't a fair representation. These issues are complex to reduce to a short comedy bit.

What's going on with production of raw powders in China? I wouldn't anticipate any supply issues to last long. There's just too much money involved, with high demand worldwide.

Yeah, I stopped losing after about 3 months too. My doc is switching me to something else. Fingers crossed!

I'm totally planning to be on this medication for life! My starting weight was around 300 lbs, and my type 2 diabetes was totally out of control. Now, less than a year later, I'm at 155 lbs and no longer diabetic! I've made so many lifestyle changes. If my insurance ever stops covering it, I'll...

FDA is cracking down on the unlawful sale of unapproved drugs online. www.fda.gov

The Obesity Society held a panel about the issues with compounded GLP-1s. They want to make sure patients get safe, FDA-approved drugs. This happened on same day as the FDA deadline for compounding companies to stop.

Wowzers!!!!!

Podcast: Empower Pharmacy CEO talks about personalized medicine and disrupting Big Pharma. He talks about ketamine and stuff too.

Eli Lilly sues Empower. Empower's response: They say limiting patient access isn't good, and they're dedicated to offering these formulations. Strive says Lilly's lawsuit is just Big Pharma protecting profits and that they'll fight it. www.empowerpharmacy.com

https://www.cnbc.com/2025/04/01/eli-lilly-sues-strive-and-empower-over-compounded-tirzepatide.html * Lilly is going after Strive and Empower for compounding Zepbound and Mounjaro. * The idea was that tirzepatide compounding would stop last month. * Lilly says these pharmacies are dodging the...

Wellness centers and med spas offering GLP-1 meds like Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, or compounded versions MUST stay informed. The rules are changing! This video explains what you need to know legally. Topics Covered: * Recent FDA actions * Status of compounded GLP-1s * Consent needs * Who can...

I'm planning to stay on this forever too! Only dropped like 45 pounds so far, but more to go! Congrats on your amazing progress!

I'm so happy for you! Keep it up, Ozzy84!! It is life-changing for sure. I've dropped about 60 pounds myself and it's made a world of difference.

Wow, look at you go! Great job! What an accomplishment 🤍🎉

I can so relate to that 'feeling like yourself' thing. I lost about 45 pounds since last year and it feels amazing. Like I got my old life back, you know? I can actually sleep well now, no more snoring!

Congrats! I'm feeling more like myself again too! Keep going, you'll get there!

You look amazing! I get a little dizzy with nausea, so I eat protein peanut butter/oatmeal balls with probiotics from Costco. They help a lot. Also, a tsp of organic peanut butter sometimes. Helps me. Good luck!