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    4mm or 8mm needle? Doc's got me questioning!

    8mm for drawing from a vial helps reach the bottom and reduces air bubbles. For subcutaneous injection, 4mm is sufficient for most body types. Different lengths for draw vs inject is a common approach.
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    Reta delivery -- how long is too long?

    Overseas reta orders typically run 10-21 days depending on the vendor's warehouse location and customs routing. The longer end of that range is normal before it becomes a problem worth following up on.
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    MJ miracle or hard work?

    The diet overhaul is what separates this from luck. Hard work multiplies what the medication does - that combination is what actually lasts.
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    Lazy Dinner Ideas? Help!

    I like to butterfly a steak and air fry it while I make a small salad.
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    Lazy Dinner Ideas? Help!

    When I'm feeling lazy, I get a rotisserie chicken from the store and add a side of rice.
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    Half a year, 35 lbs gone!

    Happy to share! I'm on Brand Name. It's really curbed my appetite.
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    Half a year, 35 lbs gone!

    Thank you! Your encouragement means a lot!
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    Ozempic & Constipation Relief?

    I swear by a daily dose of Miralax to keep things regular. I've also heard Restoralax is good too.
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    Not losing fast enough?

    Hang in there Kim1993! I know it's tough when the scale doesn't move. It doesn't always tell the whole story. Maybe take some progress pics too. Sometimes you can see changes even when the scale doesn't budge much.
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    Half a year, 35 lbs gone!

    Seeing everyone else's successes has been a real boost, so I wanted to share my journey so far. Six months in, and I've gone from 192 lbs to 157 lbs (about 87kg to 71kg). I'm 5'7" and creeping up on 40. It’s been almost a decade since I've been this weight. Still aiming to trim down a bit more...
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    Ozempic & Constipation Relief?

    Miralax EVERY day - at the same time of day. It keeps everything moving along perfectly. Skip a day and you'll regret it!
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    Ozempic & Constipation Relief?

    As a former nurse, we always suggested mixing prune juice with a couple pats of butter, microwaving it until warm. Works like a charm every time.
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    Not losing fast enough?

    hey Sage_1988 I had a similar thing with ozempic. I was stuck at the same weight for weeks. Switching to tirzepatide helped me a lot. Some people just respond better to it. Maybe ask your doctor about Mounjaro or look into compounded versions if insurance is an issue.
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    Not losing fast enough?

    Hey, 3 pounds is still progress! And if the loss is gradual, it might be easier to keep it off (at least that's my hope!). Is the medication helping you feel less hungry, enough to maintain a calorie deficit? I need to track my food to ensure I'm cutting enough calories (at least 500 less than...
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    Ozempic, wine, and regret?

    That's scary! Thanks for the heads-up. Definitely something to keep in mind.
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    Ozempic, wine, and regret?

    I just want to put this out there, and I hope it cheers you up just a little bit. Being on this medication for five weeks, and only dropping three pounds, is 100% fine. It doesn't always just magically start working right away, and even when it does, losing a pound or two each week is perfectly...
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    Ozempic, wine, and regret?

    Okay, so I'm on week five of Ozempic, and I haven't had any icky side effects so far. Major win, right? Well, I'm at a fancy hotel celebrating my anniversary, but I didn't pack my entire medicine cabinet. I thought, 'Hey, a small glass of Sauv Blanc couldn't hurt.' Big mistake. My tummy is NOT...
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    It's so worth it! Still on my way...

    I've been maintaining for about 6 months now. It's definitely a different game than losing! I still eat what I want, but I pay attention to portions and get to the gym 3-4 times a week. It's totally doable!
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    It's so worth it! Still on my way...

    Fantastic...just amazing...what a truly incredible transformation. Kudos to you. 👏
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    Tirzepatide stopped working?

    Thanks for the replies, everyone. I also have very little energy to move now, much less exercise. I can barely eat 1000 calories a day but I have no strength. Maybe I should try to eat more?
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