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My spouse tried it but side effects were rough, so we switched to something else. New med hit gentler but the scale's been quiet this past month. Might improve once we dial in the right dose - sometimes the body just needs adjustment time to cooperate.

I've heard that GLP-1s can mess with your dopamine system. Maybe you just need time to adjust, but it might be worth talking to your doctor.

I feel this so much! It's strange getting praise for something that feels...easier? Like I didn't 'earn' it the way people expect.

Congrats on the weight loss, Hank_25! That's amazing! Hopefully, your insurance will continue to cover it. If not, definitely look into those manufacturer programs and telehealth options.

It's done wonders for my health, so I shout it from the rooftops! My stage 3 fatty liver is reversed, my diabetes is under control, and I'm off antidepressants after 16 years. It saved my life! Plus, I'm back to my 19-year-old weight! At my age, I also don't care what people think. I'm grateful...

Ugh, tell me about it. It's super annoying.

That insurance threshold situation is super frustrating, and I'm sorry you're dealing with it. The annoying truth is that most plans demand a certain percentage of weight loss (usually 5-10%) within a certain time, and if you're close but not there, it can come down to water weight, muscle gain...

Good results! Congrats on reaching a year! Bet you feel great.

I only talk about Mounjaro with my oldest friend (she told her family, which is fine) and my husband. And my doctors, obviously. If people ask about weight loss, I say I'm finally serious about portion control and limiting carbs. Which is true! If they push, I mention my type 2 diagnosis. That...

Please don't do that. It's dangerous for trash collectors. Get a proper sharps container!

I prime, but just like tirzepatide-convert said, I keep the syringe in the vial. It's easier to overdraw a bit and push back to the right dose than to try and get it perfect on the first try.

I've been looking into peptides for cognitive enhancement and came across Dihexa. Has anyone tried it? I read that it's supposed to be a really potent nootropic, but it's not FDA approved and there's some concern about its long-term effects.

I've been using a peptide for about six months, injecting before bed. I try to avoid eating at least an hour before, especially carbs, as I heard that blunts its effect. I actually noticed better results when I started doing that. Thanks for the tip!

I'm seeing some chatter about facial changes and aging after losing a lot of weight. It's important to keep up with protein intake, especially when using GLP-1s, to maintain muscle mass. I've been using shakes to help me hit my targets because I have had some nausea.

My vitamin B and D levels are both high-normal. I get them checked with my blood tests (D especially) to make sure I'm not over or underdoing it. But yeah, I could see how low vitamin D could be a factor.

Interesting. I used to be a redhead before it turned white. I wonder if allodynia is linked somehow?

My skin sensitivity (mentioned above after 2 weeks) was gone completely by the end of week 3.

I've been on 1mg Reta for two weeks and a couple days ago my belly started feeling mildly sunburned. Not really a bother, just weird. (When you get old enough, weird feelings become a hobby.)

Hey Jamie_2003, I know how you feel about not *seeing* it. I've actually lost about 145lbs and still struggle to see it in the mirror. It's a mind game!

You're doing amazing! You're losing at a good pace, focusing on healthy habits, and setting a great example for your children. Keep it up! :-) Do you have a body composition scale? Some of the progress you hoped for might be hidden if you're losing fat and building muscle at the same time.