Down 60 lbs - My GLP-1 Story!

[Jules2006]

I went to see my doc after trying everything to get the scale to budge. Instead, it went UP a couple of pounds even after six months of keto, cutting sugar, strength training, and lots of time on the treadmill. I was so upset, and we talked about GLP-1 meds. I told her I knew it wasn't a miracle cure. I just needed something that would actually WORK. She said, it kind of IS magical, and it could really change my life. And honestly? It has. I started at 212 pounds. The photo is from my brother's wedding last December. I was wearing a traditional dress from Vietnam. It almost didn’t fit, and I could barely breathe! I started on sema at the end of May, so just about seven months now. I’ve been really lucky and have been losing a pretty steady 1-2 pounds a week with hardly any bad side effects. It's been like magic. I weighed 152 this morning, and I want to lose another 15-20 lbs or so, but I'm really happy with my progress!

 

[CutChick]

Thanks for posting! Reminder that we don't allow discussion of non-FDA approved versions of semaglutide, and no buying/selling meds, including via PM.

 

[Lil_Clean]

You look fantastic! To be honest, you looked great in the 'before' picture too. Congratulations!

 

[Sub-Q_Sammy]

That's awesome! You looked stunning in Vietnam, and you look incredibly healthy now! Keep it up!

 

[GastricEmpty]

You should take another photo in the same outfit now to see the difference.

 

[Alex90]

Keep up the amazing progress! We're all rooting for you!

 

[PepClean]

Incredible progress!

 

[T-Bone-Tirz]

Super awesome!

 

[Jules2006]

Yessss! Putting in the work!

 

[CutChick]

Wow, what a change! Congrats!

 

[Lil_Clean]

You look amazing - such a wonderful transformation. Congratulations!

 

[Sub-Q_Sammy]

KEEP GOING!!! FANTASTIC JOB!! Now you're inspiring others. Everything is possible!

 

[GastricEmpty]

Congratulations! You look great. I hope you still have that dress. The color looks pretty on you, and if you had it taken in, it would be great for a special event.

 

[Alex90]

Awesome job!!!

 

[Jules2006]

You should take another photo in the same outfit now to see the difference.

That's a great idea! I'll have to see if I can find it. It might be packed away somewhere.

 

[GastricEmpty]

For those just starting, like Jules2006 did recently, remember protein and fiber are really important. Patients often feel less hungry, but need to make sure that what they do eat is nutritionally dense.

 

[Sub-Q_Sammy]

I agree with GastricEmpty. I've been on this journey for a while now. I didn't feel much until I got to a dose of 1mg. Now, it's been so helpful. My blood sugar went down a lot, and I've lost about 65 pounds. Prior to this, I was taking a lot of metformin and another med, but now I'm taking less metformin and hopefully can stop that too.

 

[Lil_Clean]

That's wonderful, Sub-Q_Sammy! I also use a plant-based protein shake with added vitamins in the morning. It makes me feel good knowing I'm getting proper nutrition, even if I'm not eating as much as I used to.

 

[wary-stroller]

Appetite suppression just stopped after a few weeks for me. Lost 15 fast then nothing. Still want to eat even though I know I shouldn't.