[Misc] Weight loss jabs - Mounjaro, Wegovy etc.

[Doonhamer7]

My brother has lost several stone over the last year using the jab (dont know which one) and now looks so unhealthily thin but here's the odd thing based on his BIM he is still overweight. I was going to the same but….

I on the other hand am fat and was getting lazy so since coming back from holiday I decided to make some changes so over the last 5-6 weeks I have stopped nearly all sweets, coke, crisps, snacks, bacon sandwichs for breakfast, biscuits, takeaway, processed meals, reduced my beer intake and started walking minimum of 3km at pace every night. I’m also taking apple cider vinegar in water before my main meal. It has made a huge difference as I got weighed at the doc’s this afternoon and I’ve lost 12-13kg. To early to speak but I am hoping I may have broken my addiction to sugar (and it is very much an addiction) Had a salad tonight and normally I’d still feel hungry afterwards (and there was no carb in it) but instead I feel stuffed so think stomach is also shrinking.

This is the first time in my life i’ve made a diet / fitness thing work and so far I’ve not found it hard - my body must have known

As a motivator I’ve promised myself a treat so if I lose another 10kg I’m paying the £3k to go-up in a spitfire

 

[el punal]

Mrs.Punal … is the main result that you just don’t get hungry, as a result meals are much smaller?

For me not so much that I don’t get hungry as that I am full on less. I have been very strict with myself over what I eat. I have never been one for breakfast and for lunch I have a protein yoghurt( not to everyone’s taste but I like them). I buy them from Aldi- I like them best. I don’t eat carbs. This suits me but I guess it’s not for everyone. What I would say is that you still have to change what you eat but you will eat less.Of course we could all have the drug and continue to eat either too much or all the wrong foods and not lose any weight. I guess everyone is different and I know someone who says they never feel hungry. Another point is that I don’t snack and never really have. I do like my wine but have noticed not quite as much as I did. That is definitely a bonus. Hope this helps and feel free to ask more questions if you want.

 

[Triggaaar]

I think it boils down to eat less, especially carbs and sugars. Very hard to lose weight from exercise in itself.

I agree.

You have to actually kind of fast, so long spells some experts suggest 14 hours of no calorific intake, preferably skipping food for an entire day a couple of times a week.

It's total calorie intake that counts. If someone finds it easiest to keep that down by fasting, then that's fine, but other ways of reducing calorie intake will be better for some individuals.

 

[Triggaaar]

Diet is important. Cut out processed crap. Refined sugars. Eat more fibre.

Sounds good.

Limit your meat intake.

What? Meat is good for you, and good for losing weight. Why limit it?

 

[The Clamp]

Sounds good.




What? Meat is good for you, and good for losing weight. Why limit it?

Well, mainly processed and red meats which are high in saturated fats and other harmful ingredients such as sodium nitrites.

Lean, white meats like turkey and chicken are good for you if it’s decent quality and reared properly. Again, cheap meat can contain a heck of a lot of salt and brine.

 

[Triggaaar]

Well, mainly processed and red meats which are high in saturated fats and other harmful ingredients such as sodium nitrites.

Well I agreed on the processed point regardless.

I think red meat is still good though? I'll have to check the label for the saturated fats etc.

 

[The Clamp]

Well I agreed on the processed point regardless.

I think red meat is still good though? I'll have to check the label for the saturated fats etc.

A limited amount of red meat is good. Again, good quality and not too frequent is the general advice.

 

[chip]

A limited amount of red meat is good. Again, good quality and not too frequent is the general advice.

Good for haemoglobin to avoid anemia.

 

[The Clamp]

Good for haemoglobin to avoid anemia.

Yes.

Meat can be very good for you. But it’s wise to not eat it too frequently. Especially red meat.

 

[Albion my Albion]

EDIT: I realized I never identified myself as a diabetic using insulin.

 

[nicko31]

Well, mainly processed and red meats which are high in saturated fats and other harmful ingredients such as sodium nitrites.

Lean, white meats like turkey and chicken are good for you if it’s decent quality and reared properly. Again, cheap meat can contain a heck of a lot of salt and brine.

Nitrites are proper nasty in the likes of crappy bacon, salami etc, best to avoid. Everything in moderation in my book

 

[BNthree]

Sorry not really read the thread. How hard/easy is it to get a weight loss jab prescribed? What’s the process?

 

[Professor Plum]

Sorry not really read the thread. How hard/easy is it to get a weight loss jab prescribed? What’s the process?

Almost impossible on the NHS so you have to buy online. About £140-150 on average per month to start. For online purchases you have to pass their GP screening process ie you have to answer a detailed questionnaire and (for the ones I’ve seen) also provide a photo of how you look. It’s usually available only to those with a BMI over 30. It might take a couple of days. Providers include Boots, Asda, Superdrug, MedExpress and Simple Online Pharmacy. There are several others but DYOR. If you’re eligible the process isn’t difficult.

 

[The Clamp]

Sorry not really read the thread. How hard/easy is it to get a weight loss jab prescribed? What’s the process?

You have to read 14 pages of conflicting advice and opinion on NSC before the GP will consider you for the medication.

 

[Weststander]

Nitrites are proper nasty in the likes of crappy bacon, salami etc, best to avoid. Everything in moderation in my book

When I had a C scare, I got lucky, precisely those types of meats were mentioned as one causal factor to bowel cancers.

 

[el punal]

4 stone? Fantastic. Well done.

You’re absolutely right of course about being wary of the dodgy online sellers. I’ve done my research though using TrustPilot and fortunately there are plenty of reputable suppliers including Boots and Asda. Cost does go up as dosage increases but I’ve got about 3 months at the lower prices to see how I get on. If the treatment proves successful I won’t mind paying the extra. I suspect I’ll be saving quite a bit on booze and some foods so it’ll be self-financing! Best of luck for your continued progress.

Not sure about three months supply in one go. I have to check in each month with my weight loss, what I have been doing regarding diet and exercise and also what if any side effects I have. These are then reviewed by the doctor before they approve the next months course. The company I buy from also have some interesting talks on you tube about weight loss and offer counselling at a fee and a free weekly on line fitness class that you can repeat through the week. Really pleased with the service I receive. The company is owned by a fairly well know Doctor who writes in a number of papers.

 

[Professor Plum]

Not sure about three months supply in one go. I have to check in each month with my weight loss, what I have been doing regarding diet and exercise and also what if any side effects I have. These are then reviewed by the doctor before they approve the next months course. The company I buy from also have some interesting talks on you tube about weight loss and offer counselling at a fee and a free weekly on line fitness class that you can repeat through the week. Really pleased with the service I receive. The company is owned by a fairly well know Doctor who writes in a number of papers.

Sorry, I wasn’t clear enough. My fault. I’ve ordered only the first month. But the price stays around the same for the next 2 levels up so by that point I’ll know whether I want to continue with the higher dosages, when it becomes more expensive. I hear what you’re saying about assessing each month before moving on. I know some people are happy to stay on the same dose if they’re getting results.

 

[mejonaNO12 aka riskit]

The other month I started actively trying put on weight (sorry). It was to put on some muscle as I have always felt long and spindly even when I have a tummy... . In doing so I was aiming to consume more than the 2.5k calories per day so I started using MyFitnessPal app and logging what I ate.

I would say I eat quite clean. In doing so, I was staggered how much food you had to eat (if it was sensible food) to even hit the 2.5k calories a day, let along the >3k I was aiming for.

Obvious point but actually if someone initially struggles with "eat less" then (obviously) switching out the items for better quality ones keeps you full but significantly reduces the calorie intake.

I think lots of people go from eating terribly to suddenly trying a diet made of salads etc, which of course feels like a huge leap and soon can be boring. Little changes are so affective and don't feel like huge jumps.

 

[The Clamp]

The other month I started actively trying put on weight (sorry). It was to put on some muscle as I have always felt long and spindly even when I have a tummy... . In doing so I was aiming to consume more than the 2.5k calories per day so I started using MyFitnessPal app and logging what I ate.

I would say I eat quite clean. In doing so, I was staggered how much food you had to eat (if it was sensible food) to even hit the 2.5k calories a day, let along the >3k I was aiming for.

Obvious point but actually if someone initially struggles with "eat less" then (obviously) switching out the items for better quality ones keeps you full but significantly reduces the calorie intake.

I think lots of people go from eating terribly to suddenly trying a diet made of salads etc, which of course feels like a huge leap and soon can be boring. Little changes are so affective and don't feel like huge jumps.

I struggled with gaining weight in my 20’s.

It is hard to consume those calories and if you are working out, it’s even harder.

I know you like to eat clean but I really would recommend taking a weight gain supplement for a few months just to get you to your target.

It worked for me. And I kept the weight on.

 

[wehatepalace]

Update, just onto my third jab, so 3 weeks in, weighed myself and now lost 12lb
Appetite much much lower, been up since 2.30 this morning to drop my daughter to Heathrow and I’ve just made myself eat something……possibly the longest I’ve ever gone without food