Reta first impressions... normal?

[pecan-strummer53]

27M, 236 to 210 in 9 weeks on reta at that dose with the deficit is a strong result. The OP not severely overweight at 1mg is a different profile - the response at lower doses tends to be more modest but the first couple weeks are usually too early to judge. Protein first and cardio is exactly the right setup.

 

[sage-ginger97]

The 'having to force yourself to eat' phase is the signal that suppression is working well - the challenge shifts from hunger management to ensuring you still hit minimum protein and calorie targets. Porridge plus a protein shake is on the lower end of sustainable intake; worth making sure the protein target is covered before worrying about anything else.

 

[freshstart_maybe40]

Zero appetite suppression at 6mg is the non-responder experience and it does happen. The quality question is always worth asking when there's no effect at a dose where most people notice something. How long did you give it at 6mg before reaching that conclusion?