Thank you for mentioning the breakfast problem. I am "fasting" in the morning for this simple reason. If I eat breakfast, I am a food cracy monster for the rest of the day. And it doesn't matter which kind of breakfast : savery , cereal, smoothie.. Everything turns me into a food monster. I have never heard anyone else describe this problem. It's always "breakfast is the most important meal of the day" or "start the day right".
I found that green tea + 3 sunny side organic eggs , a little butter with a chopped tomato thrown in and some mozzarella cheese (I put it in a cup and eat with a spoon) gives me energy without triggering hunger. Then 2 hours later I'll have a coffee with Whipped Cream or half & half (no sugar) - important! don't do milk - you need the fat! and I'm high energy & good until lunch. I hope this helps - I lost approx 50 lbs eating this way. Simple sandwich for lunch (protein, lettuce, tom). An apple + mozzarella cheese stick or boiled egg (don't be scared of eggs) for an afternoon snack. Protein + veggies for dinner(like 1/4 or even 1/2 a rotisserie chicken/ grilled salmon..etc.. with broccoli or roasted veggies, use olive oil ) So it's 8am - Breakfast, 10 am- coffee, 12 noon- lunch, 3pm-Snack, 5-6pm Dinner. 10 min walk, rain or shine. Hot tea before bed. Never hungry, always have energy, just weigh in every week and it will continue to decrease, sometimes slower/faster but consistent. This is not a diet - it's a lifestyle change that works! When you reach the weight you're happy with - sometimes add a potato or a serving of rice etc... to your dinner or a homemade cookie( nothing artificial) with your tea
Much better to have a healthy diet with good healthy fats (which will keep you full) then taking these weight loss Rx that have MAJOR side effects including Cancer, Death etc. Ch 60 Minutes Australia has produced several vds on the dangers of these weight loss drugs that are being pushed all over the world. WAKE UP and READ the side effect sheet prior to ever taking any Rx especially before taking these weight loss rx as they are very dangerous long term.
I started mounjaro a couple of weeks after you and have lost over 10% of my body weight. I absolutely resonate with the constant physical hunger. My parents used to be so shocked when id eat breakfast, then 2 hours later would feel sick, shakey, and genuinely so unwell until Id eaten again. This has only gotten worse with time (blood tests all normal). The emotional impact of the daily fight against hunger has drained me in so many ways. I often just felt like the worst, most undisciplined person ever, because why couldn't I just ignore the hunger, like everyone else can? Its only once I started mounjaro, and felt satiated after a tiny fraction of what I would have previously eaten to feel full, that i realised im not greedy/ weak/ gross. Its just something is wired differently for me. Im very much still on a journey to eating the way i want to, I get side effects quite badly with some foods (I had a small glass of baileys and 2 slices of pizza and was very sick all night). Im at a place now where I want to focus my attention on fantastic nutrition without the background hunger. I need to figure out what this looks like for me, as some days on mounjaro I really have to fight to eat anything. As a nurse I've really struggled to get my head around taking a medication for this, I still struggle with the idea of potentially needing it long term. Ive had some very negative comments from my health care colleagues (namely 'why don't you just eat less/ exercise more', as if I haven't been trying exactly this for literally years. And "aren't you worried you'll end up with lymphoma and it'll be your fault because of this drug?" I refer back to the proven risks of being obese.) Sorry for the essay, I definitely just used your comment section to reflect. Thanks for your transparency. I really enjoy these videos, more please!!
I really thought people would respond by thinking I was strange- but you so perfectly describe what eating breakfast is like that it is almost a relief to know that it’s not strange- and I’m not alone- it’s just not talked about. Xxx And most doctors have no clue about weight loss. I need to share some of my experiences in the next video. Taking a medication for this does seem odd- and let’s be honest we have 20 years of data but the more the better….but the risks of weight are known. And when the balance tips that the weight is riskier than the medication that’s when we consider it. So glad this is working well for you xxxx
I am the same way. I also always think about food. I love to cook and I love to eat! When I did keto, I lost weight so easily (and quickly) and I was not hungry AT ALL! I would wake up, have coffee and wouldn't think about food at all. Then around 2-3pm, I would remember that I need to eat something! Not because I was necessarily hungry.
@@Emmaanders I have a gal in my family that is 6 years old, I asked are you hungry? I can make lunch… she said, “I’m always hungry “ she was serious. I didn’t know what to say. Your story is probably her story. Of course a child shouldn’t take glp1, there has got to be something figured out, what in the body causes the hunger all the time 🤔
You look 15 years younger. Wow!! Congratulations!! 🎉🎊 It’s amazing that this exists for people who truly need support to reach a healthier weight-it’s life changing and allows them to be more productive, get off other meds, etc.
So much of what you’re saying is true to me too and immediately I started MJ I realised that my problem was a hormone imbalance. I’m 7 weeks in and have lost 9% of my body weight. I immediately felt fabulous, positive and confident and that I’ve finally found a solution that is going to work. I’ve counted calories from the start, exercise has been a focus and I’ve been journaling. Stumbling across your video was a stroke of luck and I thank you for creating it. You’re looking fabulous btw xx
It’s amazing how our stories align. I’m a nurse currently working through my DNP program, and I’ve struggled with my weight for most of my life. At 41, I find myself reflecting a lot on this journey. I got pregnant at 34 after a difficult time trying, and while I lost some weight after my son was born (he’s 6 now!), I’ve slowly crept back up to my pregnancy weight, which has been scary to face. I’ve tried fasting in the past and really liked it, but I found it hard to combine with lifting weights. While fasting kept me from gaining weight, it also made it hard to build strength. Lately, I’ve wanted to attribute these struggles to hormonal changes due to age, but I’m not ready to turn to hormone replacements. I’ll be meeting with my gynecologist next month to check my hormone levels and figure out the next steps. Thank you for sharing your story-it’s encouraging to know I’m not alone in this!
There are natural ways to get your hormones working properly. Most doctors don't know about them. Raspberry leaf tea, ashwaghanda (sp?) A naturalist was able to turn mine around where my doctors just wanted to mess with birth control pills which had caused weight gain.
I stated Ozempic and with in days had pain in my gallbladder. I then had gallbladder issues for about 18 months. Finally have cleared up. Even saw a consultant about gallbladder removal. Id never go back on any of the GLP-1 Drugs.
the gallbladder needs healthy fat to keep it working correctly. This is why so many on a low fat diet end up with surgery removing their gallbladder. ch Dr Berg has excellent vds on gallbladder and why you need healthy fat in your diet.
@taramcdonough3599 yes, I've managed to get back to eating full fat diet. Dr Berg is great, so is Paul Saladino a MD, who used to be Carnivore, but is no longer. I eat real food that humans are designed to.
I went to 230 because I had a nervous breakdown and my body became unrecognizable. I did not for a moment think I'd lose weight. I did a lab and found I was severely deficient. Took aminos and minerals with nutritionist, IF eating 16/8 and eat the same thing everyday. I am now 170lbs and have 10lbs to go in 3.5 months.
@ I too had been told its was a trauma response being overweight. It wasn’t, my body wasn’t functioning like ‘normal’ people. I feel lighter both in body and mind 💗
@@floriemaya this is something i would love to learn more about. "Trauma response" sounds like something that might be my problem, since there seems to be no physical reason for me to be overweight, or it is hormonal/insulin issues that are not registering in blood work,
I’ve been on the lowest dose now for 7 weeks and have lost 14 lbs. I can resonate with everything you’re experiencing and your previous issues around food and dieting. What has also surprised me is that my inflammation has gone down considerably. I didn’t realise how puffy my face was and not only that but me knee pain that has been a real challenge since I tore my meniscus 2 years ago has completely gone! I’m planing to stay on 2.5 for now as it’s working well for me whether that’s correct or not I have no idea. I won’t be able to afford to stay on this indefinitely so I’ll keep going until I can and then work out somehow how to wean myself off once I’ve lost the remaining weight I need to. I’m 60 years old and have struggled all my adult life with my weight. It’s been a massive challenge for around 8 years and I wonder whether a combination of hormonal changes and increase in cortisol and major stresses in my life during that time just had a massively impact. I too wake up with a spring in my step physically and mentally. I’m sleeping better. I’m not getting up in the night to wee either! I also have regained my bladder control too which was becoming really troublesome. It’s truly bewildering how this small amount of hormone once a week can have such a huge impact. I purchased some scales that break down my body composition which is really helpful just to monitor things like hydration and muscle mass. Like you I’m going to start weight training and toning soon. Previously I just felt so bulky and uncomfortable exercising. Thank you for this video. It’s been a real eye opener and also good to see someone else very similar to myself. Can I just ask are you planning to stay on 2.5? Do you think you’ll stay on mounjaro indefinitely? Please keep us updated on your progress I’m truly so grateful you’ve shared your experience. ❤
I totally understand. I had a ton of trauma as a child and I think my body didn't develop the right balance of hormones, including glp-1. I felt mentally transformed immediately from taking the starter dose. It's been over a year. I lost 40 pounds. I tried to go off, but the craving, agitation and "unwell" feeling returned... as well as some of the weight. So I'm back on. I think I'll lower the dose when i get back to my healthy weight and see what maintenance dose i can stay with long term. It's very cool to hear someone else talk about just finally feeling "normal ".
Thanks for sharing and I’m so happy for you! Fellow GP here - have struggled with my weight since my childhood- have lost 33lbs on MJ since August - and now my BMI is finally in the normal range. Anxious about maintaining this but like you want to increase my strength training and protein intake. Also a huge credit to you for sharing your story - I haven’t told a single soul about mine - feels like there is too much judgement and stigma about medication. ❤
It’s hard isn’t it. I like telling people because their reactions are interesting- and I’m secure in my decision (though I totally get why you wouldn’t) . There have been some people who have spent a lifetime telling me to lose weight and now I have they’re still finding problems. It’s great- shows you the people not worth spending your time on. Some people disagree with the meds- fair enough- but there’s ways of choosing to convey that or not to someone they’re clearly working for. But what amazes me most is how some people come around when they see your results… or will fiercely disagree with you without having done any meaningful research… then later backtrack. The most important thing is that you’re happy. You don’t have to tell anyone. And well done! That’s awesome
I lost 120lb taking Semaglutide for an NHS trial called SELECT. The trial was to see if taking semaglutide could reduce the risk of heart attacks in diabetics, I was one of 17,000 participants world wide. The criteria was BMI of over 30, mine was 39. Weight 17st 10lb at5’7. Also the participants had to have heart disease or MI. I have had two MI due to Prinzmetals variant angina so my coronary artery went into spasm therefore cutting off the blood supply and caused the MI, I was 39yrs old with no athroma in any of my coronary arteries. My second MI was aged 45yrs for the same reason but a completely different artery. I took the drug in a double blind trial between Jan 2020 until April 2023, yep right through Covid! The trial data concluded that …..taking semaglutide reduced the risk of diabetics developing heart disease/ heart attacks by around 25% so a very worthwhile commitment by me and the other 17,000. This was years before the hype of weight loss became a ‘ thing’ . Since the trial ended it has been found to also reduce fatty liver disease and some evidence of reducing the risk of dementia so a very exciting time for the scientists. My point is I have maintained my weight loss since coming off the semaglutide which will be two years in April. I actually reached my goal weight of bobbing about between 8st 8lb and max 9st three years ago but tend to count the time since stopping the drug to see if I could do the’ impossible ‘ of maintaining that huge loss by myself with out the medication. I have by continuing the calorie counting, 16/8 intermittent fasting and avoiding pasta, bread and white rice which makes me feel bloated ie avoiding high carb foods . They make me feel ill.. . I basically that I did all these measures through out the three year trial. You can not loose weight and keep it off by just injecting the drug and eating all the high calorie dense foods I loved. It doesn’t work that way despite the media reporting. I had to work very hard to control not just portion control but what I ate. I was very worried when the trial stopped in April 2023 as All the medical evidence predicted every one puts the weight back on and more once they stop the drug! Not for me though as I still eat as I did when on the drug ie 1500 cal , high protein , low carb, mostly veg with unbattered / non fried breadcrumbed fish or chicken. I was warned my hunger would return with vengeance but if I could hang on in there for two weeks it would settle down again. I do get hungry but I fill up on porridge, homemade veggie soups if I can’t last until my meal time. I only eat between 12 MD until 8pm. It’s not easy but oh so so worth it ! I started at size 24 and have been size 10 for three years so can’t afford to buy bigger clothes as it cost me a fortune going from 24 down to a ten ! A friend of mine purchased Ozempic privately and lost three stone. She was drawn in by the advert claiming it would help with cravings of alcohol ( she is a self confessed alcohol dependent) She then stopped the OZempic due to the cost and put two stone back on in only 6 weeks! For her it did NOT reduce her alcoholic cravings sadly. she went back to eating high carb , loads of cheese which is her favourite, oil on every salad and huge portions again of everything as her hunger returned. She is now back on Wegovy costing hundreds a month but can’t seem to lose the weight again. A word of caution though if I may, for the last three years so whilst I was on semaglutide I gradually developed slow transit. I’ve been under the care of NHS Gastro consultant who has tried bowel stimulant prescriptions and rectal irrigation and everything under the sun with no results. I have to resort to taking the ridiculous and dangerous dose of 300mg of dulcolax STAT three times a a month to initiate any bowel movement at all. So beware as with all the positives there can be awful life changing side effects. I am still going through diagnostic tests ie deification fluoroscopy which has found evidence of enteric nerve damage and I await a Proctoscopy MRI in Bristol. It may be nothing to do with semaglutide but this only started whilst on it. I just want a safe and appropriate bowel management plan as having a bowel movement only three times a month AND ONLY if I resort to this extreme dose of medication is ruining my quality of life. My Gastro consultant always makes the same comment each time I see him, that “he does not recommend I continue taking the 300mg of dulcolax “ and I keep having to repeat “ then tell me what to take that will work?” He has no more ideas left so we are at an em pass. My biggest fear is of a bowel obstruction if I do nothing. I am a retired nurse and still remember a patient of mine died on the theatre table following a bowel obstruction. I don’t mean to frighten you or others but a word of caution is the least I can do. Good luck and very best wishes.
New subscriber here 🎉I can relate to so much. I'm on week 14 of Tirzepitide and down 21 lbs. I started at 218 lbs (5'7" tall) and currently weigh 197. I'm perimenopausal and have struggled to lose weight most of my life. Tirzepitide is a game changer. I feel hope again and that I'll reach my goal (140 lbs.) and maintain it for first time in my adult life.
I have literally had the same journey. I finally tried Mounjaro after my husband was on it a few months and lost a bunch of weight. It has been life changing. I literally don't feel like eating, the food noise is gone. I've lost around 20 pounds now in about 3 months or so. I have exercised which is not good but I feel so much better. I no longer snack. I've been trying to get our daughter to try it. She's struggled her whole life with weight as well and exercises at least 4 days per week and even has a personal trainer. She's lost weight yes but the food noise is still there for her and if she stops even a little the weight comes roaring back. These meds really transform us inside out. The hormones make the man...and woman. Hormones guide or misguide it all. Praying this med is more available to more people ASAP.
Cravings = gut dysbiosis. Research the gut/brain/vagus nerve connection. When the wrong bacteria proliferate, they instruct the brain to supply the wrong foods. Getting them under control by feeding the good bacteria will make cravings disappear. Pre/probiotics are key. I'd also recommend learning more about nutritional deficiencies and how that can make you feel, both physically and mentally. Dr. Berg here on YT is a good resource on that.
@@TheAfiyfahDon't shorthanded yourself by dismissing chiropractors. Dr. Berg is super knowledgeable and many chiropractors know and divulge more info about the human body and all the i terconnected nerves to gut, brain etc issues, than any 15 minute HMO hack Dr. 🎤 Watch Dr Rahim too... He's quite remarkable!
@@TheAfiyfah - Being a chiropractor doesn't mean he stopped learning after he got out of school. MD's get almost zero nutritional knowledge, and tons of pro-pharma programming. I know a number of them who left successful practices of conventional medicine because their own problems and their family problems were not solved through that, but rather by functional medicine...using approaches like the one you just scorned. Ditto the chiro's I know who pursued functional medicine. And I know more people, their patients, who have had major reversals of challenging illness because of this approach as well. Don't scorn before educating yourself.
@@bitrudder3792 I just don’t like these marketers who are not upfront about the fact that they are not MDs. They are an all about making money and frequently convey information that is not evidence based while selling products to enrich themselves.
You look great Emma!!! I lost 15 pounds in 5-6months!!! No medication. Exercise (HIIT and/or SIT training at home, no classes, no gym memberships) and consuming less than I burn. 39f w an 8yo kid. Intermittent fasting 16:8 nearly every day and 2-3 days of 22 or 24 hr fasting per month.
That’s awesome. The 2-3 day fasts are incredible! I used to do 48-72 hours once a month and it felt like a general reset. I’ve missed them! I’ve tried a dozen times since my son was born and seen them through but weirdly the ‘reset’ feeling had gone and usually I feel wonderful after the first day then day2/3 is a high - but even that went. And as much as people say ‘you eat loads after you fast’- that’s totally untrue.
@ just finished your video and I didn’t mean for my first comment to be bragging bc of the lack of medication used. I completely agree with you that some patients should not be prescribed these medications and some do. Your response to the medication is amazing! It sounds like someone living with chronic depression that feels normal for the first time in years!!! I feel incredibly grateful that I get a very sharp and almost ‘high’ feeling during my 22-24hr resent fasting. I hope those feelings won’t go away. Best wishes to you! I hope you continue to get positive results on your journey w or without medications in the future.
I recently lost 2 stone and have gone from a bmi of 26 to a bmi of 23.5. I just reduced my intake of refined carbs such as bread, pasta, rice and sugar and within a few days the constant hunger you described disappeared. Not feeling hungry is a revelation and the key to successful weight loss ; being hungry all the time and starving yourself never works. I think your video looks at the reason for weight gain and this is the best place to start.
As a clinical nutritionist, my understanding is that, from what I've seen, it takes away or reduces hunger, which people refer to as "food noise." However, this approach is not sustainable, which is why the weight often comes back. Essentially, it's like starving yourself, which can lead to muscle mass loss and deficiencies. Although you've mentioned that you are still able to eat, perhaps in smaller portions, I've observed both extremes with clients on GLP-1s. Another factor is that it helps manage blood sugar, which could address some of the symptoms you mentioned. This is also why clinical nutritionists often advocate starting the day with protein, fiber, and healthy fats-supporting blood sugar regulation rather than focusing solely on insulin. A reading of both is necessary to get a full picture of what's happening. while everyone is differnt , microbiome has been exposed to different things theres genticis, a whole host of things, some things remian true and ceral isnt the way to start the day. it just wont provide the data the body requires. Additionally, the feeling of fullness it provides affects signaling in the body. One of my frustrations is hearing people wonder how it works, thinking it "melts fat" or something similar. Often, in the prescription of these medications, clients aren't told-or at least my clients weren't-that there are important caveats. You must drink adequate water, start lifting weights or exercising regularly (especially for maintaining muscle mass if you're 40+), and ensure you're getting enough fiber, among other factors. If people are ensuring they meet their BMR with food not ultra processed foods, make better choices, and are thriving, then that’s fantastic. But it’s essential to provide education around these elements to support long-term success. love your comment about root cause and not masking.
Emma, you have put into words how I feel on my GLP1 journey. No side effects, very slow weight loss though only 15 lbs in 5 months. My body feels so much better though! I use to get angry and annoyed easily when I was hungry. Now I just get a grumbly stomach sometimes without any emotions associated with it. The mental clarity has helped me so much! Congrats on feeling better!!
Our bodies are such a machine and when off, it’s so messed up… glad you found something that works for you… a few suggestions for anyone still struggling… apple cider vinegar curbs cravings..and hunger… a teaspoon in water to start with and more water to follow and ❤add a little more up to no more than two tablespoons when stomach and body is handling it… dr Mindy pelz in awesome when talking about fasting and women’s hormones.. other docs videos about fasting and also women’s hormones are awesome too. So many of them helping so many people. It’s a journey. Good luck to everyone on their journey
For those of us who have dieted all our lives, this sounds like it is worth trying. Not thinking about food what you can and can’t eat all the time must be unbelievable.
What did you learn about things sounding too good to be true? Pretty much all my life they are too good to be true. Everything that glitters ain't gold. But, if you would bet your life on it?
I have that same issue. I call it "food noise". It's a constant buzz in my head that's telling me I should eat something, even though I've just had a full meal and am 30 pounds overweight and won't starve if I go another few hours between meals. It's very distracting and disruptive, absolutely.
I find food noise interesting. Because I think everyone’s is slightly different. And I totally relate. I had this a lot in my twenties and found fasting and exercise dampened it a lot. Since having my son it’s a bit different. I hardly think of food but can then suddenly get this ‘off ‘ feeling come on even when I’m deep in a task. But taking a glp1 definitely feels like it turns off a white noise machine that I wasn’t even aware was there.
@Emmaanders Exactly. I've been on a GLP-1 since early August and can say I've had similar results. My body now actually gives me "full" signals; I can start a meal and stop eating even though there's still good on my plate (which goes against the age-old adage of "Finish your dinner. There are starving kids in China."), and my sugar cravings have decreased significantly. I'm still on a relatively low dose because I can titrate it myself and I'm worried about increasing the dose so much that my body no longer responds to it. It's interesting that Eli Lilly is doing research on GLP-1s for issues other than diabetes.
You’re the only other person that I’ve heard explain the need to eat to get rid of the brain fog and constant hunger and how the medication just eliminates that. I used to have to eat or run 10k in 50 minutes in order to feel ‘normal’. Now on the same medication as you I finally feel normal all the time. Thank you for sharing!
Thank you for sharing! It’s so reassuring to hear. And also- 50 minutes! That’s awesome. It needs to be drenching to work though- that’s the point. I enjoy exercise but I’ve felt I have to- now I can just enjoy it.
I’m so, so glad that you found something to balance your hormones! Living in Portugal, as an expat, this medication is not even an option for me. Yet, listening to you, I don’t struggle with feeling hungry all the time and not having a sense of being pleasantly full. I have avoided exercising, due to back pain, and eat to comfort myself emotionally. Having ADHD, I tried Elvanse and really loved how it knocked down my appetite and helped tremendously with Rejection Sensitivity Dysmorphia. Yet, it did cause a rise in my blood pressure, so I went off it. Trying now to simply focus on protein, get 10 minutes of movement in each day, and practice journaling. If I can establish those three things, I’ll add in meditation and more exercise next month! I’m 69 and really want to feel much better and much stronger by my birthday in October. 😉
i want to add that i am 59 and post menopause. My weight problems started around 40 years old. I was going to the gym 4-5 days a week, i did 30 to 40 minutes on the elliptical and then did a 3 day split with weights. I was really strong and lifted heavy, leg press of 400+ pounds and could bench press 125lbs with a spotter. Yet, i still struggled with my weight and even started gaining. I ate around 1500 calories per day, or less. So, with my 2.5 week of a 5lb weight loss so far, i am hopeful that I will finally see some results. Ultimately, i would like to lose 90lbs.
Thanks for making your video. It certainly sounds like the GLP 1 is substituting for a peptide or hormone that your body is not making for some reason. I have been taking MJ since July , and have lost 23 kg in that time , 26% of my starting body weight. I went up to 5 mg then back to 2.5 and for the last three weeks have been reducing from there now on 1.5, I’ll go to to 1 next week for a couple of weeks and then stop . I’m not looking to lose any more weight and am now very much trying to focus on building muscle. The thing that I am very sad about as I have been reducing the medication is that my inflammation in joints is returning. I had thought it was so much reduced due to the weight loss - and this is partially the case- but it turns out that the GLP 1 has had a massive positive effect on my joint inflammation. It has many positive effects that we don’t yet fully understand. I also stopped drinking wine each night , something I had tried and failed to do for ages. I still can have a drink if I fancy it but the habit has gone.
I reached my goal weight this week -BMI of 25 for the first time since a teenager 35years ago. I’ve lost 70lbs in 7months and so pleased to feel normal. I’ve been a psychiatrist for 25years- it’s interesting to read how many doctors are doing this given the bad press it gets but the great results we see. Thank you xx
The best thing I ever did.. dieting since my teens. I eat everything and I eat well just smaller meals. In 18 mths I've lost 65kg. I also have really bad lipodema and ive also lost 16cm off my legs. I'm about 15kg off my own goal weight of 70kg. I would say give this a go.. im 52 yrs old too.. really nice to read people are getting good results. 🎉
Thank you so much for this. I can relate to everything you’ve said. Always feeling hungry. My stomach may feel full, but physically my body feels hungry, irritable. I try not to eat before 11am, because once I start eating I can’t stop
I am on Mounjaro. Yes small dose I feel so much better, however I am a bit afraid of taking this medication. That and al,the guilt my whole life . The constant hunger you mentioned yes all my life. I would tell my doctor or ask why am I always hungry? I believe it is some type of hormonal issue with me. I am 66 years old and I have just recently lost about 23lbs being on the Mounjaro. Tonight I walked about a mile. It felt so good. I haven’t been motivated to do this in so long. I actually think this will help with my sleep. Because I feel more like doing things and believe me I have a lot more weight to lose. I have been on diets my whole life. I have had weight loss surgery, dropped close to 100 lbs then our daughter died and I stopped caring about myself. This GLP-1. Has really helped me. I am diabetic this low dose has helped me with this as well. I have heard the Ozempic has caused some major health issues with some people. I was led to your channel and grateful to have found you.
What this sounds to me is like theres something really wrong with the food in our country. I moved here about 4 years ago and the feeling you're describing is something that I had never felt before until I was about a year into living here. The state that you now have to acquire with medication is the state we should be normally in.
This is the content I’ve been looking for. As a nurse practitioner who has taken a long hiatus and struggling to make myself go back - and also struggling with my weight - I feel like I’ve been missing an educated, independent take on this topic. Most healthcare providers are just spitting out the standard info and putting all overweight people in one box. Your observations resound with me in some of my personal struggles and experiences. Especially in America but it sounds like the case in the UK as well - “healthcare” needs a complete revolutionary overhaul. I’m excited for the prospect of individualized precision medicine in the future. Medicine is supposed to be as much an art as it is a science - but what the finance bros third party payers have done to medicine is take away the ability of providers to practice the art of medicine. Thank you so much for sharing this and please keep your observations and ideas coming ❤❤
I started using berberine combined with carnivore. Lost 60 pounds. Am now stalled. Not gaining, though, so that’s a win for me. After New Year I am going to ramp up my efforts. Maybe try one meal a day between 2pm-7pm.
@ I combine it with K2, vitamin D3 and nattokinase(sp). I am also 80% carnivore. Only veggies once in a great while. It worked wonders for me. Hoping to ramp it up after the holidays to lose the heat there 60 pounds.
I really appreciate the 5 daily things to do list. I totally understand the feeling of others seeing me a lazy. I recently completed my iv therapy for my fatty liver. My poor tiny veins are happy to not have anymore treatments. So if I am understanding correctly, exercise is kinda like getting the shot you mentioned. My weight loss journey will have to come to completion in 2025. I’m on step 2 of a full body detox. I believe you’re daily steps is the missing piece. I am going to save this video to my notes and reference it when I need a reminder that the lil steps is better than no steps forward. Mental health is very important to me so my adult daughters know it doesn’t matter how old you are you can always find the help you need to the healthiest version of yourself. 💗
I'm glad this worked for you. I went the route of eliminate processed foods and stay away from seed oils. I eat more carnivore and animal products. Weight started coming off like never before. I didnt realize that fat keeps you full AND I feel FULL and no longer think about food all the time. I'm now 30 pounds down after 8 months on carnivore/low keto. I think it was the highly processed foods that my body just couldnt handle. Keep up the good work on your end but for those who don't want to take a pharmaceutical product, there are other options. Carnivore/low carb/healthy fats works well for me.
Your response is very similar to those described by Dr. Tyna. She asserts that some of us may be deficient in GLP1 and these medications replace that deficiency. The GLP1 halted her psoriatic arthritis, gave her energy again, and helped her begin exercising again. Awesome video - thank you so much. I had stopped my microdosing and began having body cramping, that off feeling that I need to just eat something to get rid of it just as you described. I will be going back to micro-dosing GLP1. Thank you!!!
Also, I forgot to say, why not try moving to a natural; digestive glp1 aid like berberine. Aswaganda and lions mane for nootropics. MCT oil in coffee may aid keeping full and as fatty acids. Butter and other foods also contain. Limit seed oils, although eating healthy nuts great in moderation. Although fat can be satiating, like i said in previous message, protein is 4 cals per gram and is very satiating, needed for muscle building and will aid your metabolism and energy with thyroid. It's the most thermogenesis affect food; uses most energy to process in our digestion. Takes longest to digest (meats) keeping us fuller for longer. Lean cuts of chicken, turkey, some beef, fish and higher protein vegetables and pulses such as lentils and peas as example. 'Food and mood' journal and aspirations and plans to put into action going to give a whirl. Good luck with your journey, to you and everyone . Happy Christmas and best wishes for 2025!!
I don't suppose everything works for everyone. Berberine has assisted me when I come to eat carbs. Ashwagandha is mentioned as used for various benefits including anxiety and stress; cortosol lowering effects which if someone prone to stressor on the body it may assist them. Stress and inflammation can make people hold onto weight including water weight.
Even tho' I have no intention of trying one of these medications, it was very interesting to hear someone qualified talk about them (and weight control in general) from experience :) I am on the road to shedding an awful lot of weight and have stalled out the past couple of months ... so the notion of a magic pill to sort it out for me is very tempting. But I am wary of messing with my bodies systems to that extent. So I shall persist with my more mundane methods for now. I was 262lb and got down to 226lb relatively smoothly and then the process just stopped :( I am not sure why. The festive period will have taken its toll I am sure, which is why I have stayed away from the scale the past couple of weeks. Back to it with a serious will as the New Year turns ...
My mum took me to my first slimming club at 7yrs old in the 1970s. A year of hell and a lifetime of yo yo dieting and excessively exercising- along with anxiety and depression. I’m a nurse practitioner and knew exactly what I should be eating like you, from the very first morning after taking Monjouro, I have felt amazing. I’ve lost 1st 2lb in 6 weeks and and am now on 5mg but more than anything- apart from the energy and enjoying exercise and being drawn to fresh food- I have stopped my antidepressants and have let go of all my past sadnesses and am just enjoying the now and the present. I’ve started journaling and have suddenly become interested in wanting to start new hobbies. Absolutely transforming my life. Life used to be so hard and now every day is new and exciting. My anxiety has gone. I’m finally in control of my eating and my life. I am 55yrs old and have many more stone to lose but I’m looking forward to the journey ahead.
🙌👏 Totally related. I was 13 the first time I tried to join a slimming club. That's amazing to be off your antidepressants. Sos so pleased for you. It's wonderful. 😃
Me too, my mum put me on all the diets from the age of 7. I’m on MJ and have been for 2 months, unfortunately I’ve not seen much weight loss (7.5 lbs) and i don’t feel good on it but now I don’t want to come off because Im petrified of the food noise returning
Dr. Emma, throughout my life, I have experienced similar symptoms to yours - i.e. never feeling full, constant hunger pangs and brain fog. I was athletic too, watched my diet, and had a tendancy to gain weight rapidly with modest caloric increase. Conversely, starvation or fasting would quickly produce the opposite results. It is also significant that we both have problem drinker/alcoholic (and, in my case, depressed) relatives. All of these problems point to inherited, imbalanced brain chemistry which is remedied by glp1agonist medication. At 70 years of age, with a bmi of 33, high blood pressure and cholesterol, and despite my best efforts to lose weight through both diet and exercise, I have been unable to lose weight. Like you, I am knowledgeable about nutrition. In my early 40s, I lost 55 pounds through diet and exercise. This time, it's different. I cannot tolerate the constant hunger pangs or food noise the way I did previously. The glp1 agonist medication has been a God send to me and I highly recommend its use in cases similar to mine.
I am in the middle of week 3 of my GLP1, semiglutide. I am sleeping better, almost no side effects and am down 5 lbs so far. With almost no effort. I have struggled with my weight for the last 19 years since I quit smoking. It is very subtle and I realized that when I am eating, that i lose interest in the meal before i eat it all. I did notice the couple of times I ate just carbs (Christmas cookies, just two) is when my stomach was a bit off. Not nauseous, just off. I read in my "help kit" that the sugars and simple carbs can have a response of excreting too much insulin due to the GLP1 causing the nausea and it recommended a diet high in protein and vegetables. I learned years ago as well, that breakfast that is high carbs, like pancakes, makes me hungry all day as well. So my breakfast almost always includes eggs and maybe cheese or bacon and with no starchy carbs. No more blood sugar spikes and drops. and I stay satiated for several hours. Now with the GLP1, i often don't eat lunch, have a healthy snack and then dinner
Thank you Emma. I’m a recently retired nurse, many traumas in my life, living with Alzheimer’s in laws for 20+ years. Grandchildren, babies child care and suffer with anxiety. You mentioned somatization and I’m wondering if this is my issue. I’ve had CBT years ago, my mothers death opened up Pandora’s box, I didn’t find this helpful. I exercise, manage my diet, but since beginning of year my weight has increased, I’m not confrontational but other people’s expectations and demands infuriate me, to the point when I feel like, verbally letting them have both barrels. I’m not on any meds, and we’re looking at find separate accommodation from my in laws,which my husband feels bad about, his brothers and parents sibling’s are not helpful. Sorry I’m rambling. Help.
another video on Monjaro mentioned the term 'food noise'. this is what gets shut out by using the injection. then you start eating when you feel hungry without the constant compulsion to 'want to eat'
Thank you for doing this video. I love that you’ve incorporated journaling, food diary and educational exploration into your journey. I’d add sleep monitoring to the list. Really interesting when you drilled down into your own story. I don’t know much about GLP-1, and have some fear it’s the next dexatrim. Just the idea of medicine to create health is somewhat scary. I’m also VERY intrigued as it seems to work for so many. Feeling a bit of FOMO. All this to say, thank you and please continue sharing your story!
Dr Emma I am so happy for you. I can tell you feel so much better. I have a constant problem with controlling my appetite. I am so scared of the side effects but I cannot seem to lose any weight. I am about 40 pounds overweight. Thank you for making it more real.,😊
I am 45, to say weight loss is impossible is ridiculous. I was overweight at a whopping 100kg, I fasted and exercised and lost 25 kg in 5 months and still going. Although I regained 5 kg over these holidays because of my sloppy eating I plan on losing more weight. Its possible. I plan to optimize my BMI and I will do it.
This is exactly the reason l have a problem with glp-1... it's a lifelong fix, you can't quit or you gain it all back, and more. Taking this for the rest of your life is not a realistic solution for weight loss.. sadly it's a 'quick fix' that won't last.
Not if she makes healthy lifestyle changes and sticks to them afterward. I lost 70 lbs on glp1’s 2 years ago and am in the best shape of my life as a menopausal 48 yr old woman. I eat a mostly clean, plant based diet (80/20) for the anti inflammatory benefits, weight train 5 days a week and do 20-30 minutes of cardio 3-5 times a week, drink 100 ounces of water daily and have 10-15 minutes of meditation/prayer time daily. Changing your lifestyle is key to keeping off the weight once you’re no longer taking the jabs.
OMG!!! You are explaining my issue perfectly. I feel exactly the same. Needing to eat to feel well. Hungry all the time. I skip breakfast too because as I say, “it turns on the eating machine”. I’ve been on semaglutide for 13 weeks and have only lost 10 lbs while tracking 1200 calories a day. Sadly, this week I had to stop taking my shots because they suspect I may be experiencing a gall bladder and/or pancreatic issue. I’m so sad about it because I’ve been dieting for decades to no avail and the weight kept piling on prior to the semiglutide. I’m also, on thyroid meds. Praying I can get back on it without issue.
Hi! This is so interesting. I don’t know much about GLP1s so may I ask how these are managed long term? Is it something you use forever, or work to come off gradually?
Generally at the moment it is thought to be long term- people seem to regain a significant portion of the weight over time if they stop it. Though there are some people who come off with success. I’m going to experiment when I’m ready for that
I have had a weight problem since being pregnant many, many years ago. Nothing worked for me. Or I would give up after 8 - 10 weeks and then put all the weight back on. About 8 years ago I started fasting and this was a game changer and for about 5 years I kept the weight off. Then I lost focus and ended up with metabolic syndrome, high BP, borderline pre diabetic, high triglycerides, low HDL and high Hba1c. I then started keto which thankfully fixed my metabolic syndrome. For the past year I have been keto/carnivore and all those good things you mentioned about feeling well, mental clarity, energy etc, etc have happened to me. I have no aches and pains, I sleep well, and enjoy my life so much more. I am full very easily because I prioritise protein and good fats and limited carbs between 0 - 20g per day. I have at last found what works for me. I am 68 years of age. I hope this treatment continues to work for you because it looks like you have something that makes you feel ‘well’. It’s good that you are continuing to do your strength training because we know that muscle loss is a big issue as we age. My friend went on the same GLP-1 as you and lost a great deal of weight and was delighted until she started complaining her bottom had fallen and the skin was sagging. She is only 48 but was eating almost nothing everyday and did no weight training to maintain her muscle mass. I think this is the problem when there is no advice or real guidance from these on-line prescribing companies. I wonder if these GLP-1 treatments had been available to me several years ago if I would have tried them and the answer is most definitely. I don’t think they are a magic bullet for everyone and I know people that use them and still eat crap so educating the importance of good nutrition is vital. But exercise is not enough - you can’t out run a poor diet. Would be interested to hear how you progress. Good luck Emma xx
I love this for you! Thank you for your transparency! I really resonated with what you said about eating to not feel so poorly. I do this every day and never thought about it in that way. I have always struggled with my weight even when I was deemed “healthy” and even in the short period of time I was underweight. I also eat rather healthily and it still doesn’t matter. I’ve always thought I was possibly struggling with a nutrient deficiency but even with healthy foods and vitamins I still feel the same. I appreciate you sharing your journey and your perspective on this especially as a healthcare professional. I’m rooting for you!!!
I found your video quite interesting. My weight was at 298 three years ago just before I had my first heart surgery. Ive resisted the cardiologist's recommendation that I try MJ, but my endocrinologist was against it, partly because my insurance wouldn't cover the injections as I am not diabetic. I'm down to 235 and still praying to drop the rest without having to resort to more injections (on Repatha for past year). Im 71 and still have hopes of regaining my health while decreasing pharmaceuticals that I have to take.
My doctor prescribed wegovy or zepbound but my insurance doesn’t cover it. The cost is not manageable long term. I have so much inflammation that I cannot reduce it unless I’m on a candida diet which is not sustainable. I’m so happy for you. ❤
This is really interesting from an academic perspective. I’m also an ex dr. Now a health coach doing a masters in nutrition. I’m also a big fan of intuitive eating. It sounds like you've started getting in tune with your hunger and satiety signals after years of not having them for whatever reason. Genetic variation in the liver cytochrome p450 enzymes affects drug metabolism so I’m sure there’s variance in GLP-1 receptors. I feel a pubmed search coming on! Anyhow. Interesting insight from someone with a high degree of self-awareness thank you. Your approach to your diet (by which I mean what you are eating as opposed to a restrictive diet) sounds ideal too and how I choose to eat. Balanced and healthy stuff 80 to 90% of the time, with a little wiggle room for the things that bring you joy.
Hi Emma, thank you for this great video, please can you leave each of the comments in the white banners up for longer (I’d love to read your side comments!) BTW, I started my weight loss journey on 1st Jan 2024 (360 days ago), I cut out Wheat, Alcohol, Dairy and Sugar (WADS) and have gone from 15st to 10.5st. I’m 56 years old and 5’5”. I’ve gradually built up my walking distance from practically zero to ten miles per day (I now love to get the exercise because it comes naturally to want to expend energy). Wishing you all the best on your journey and Marry Christmas
I have experienced almost identical issues as you (I can literally eat non-stop ALL DAY), but my doctors don't take my experiences seriously- EVER. They shrug and tell me I'm just depressed (I'm not), and I'm only about 30-40lbs overweight after working VERY hard in the kitchen and the gym for a year, so they aren't worried I'm obese. So the question is... this sounds great and all, but HOW DO YOU GET YOUR DOCTOR TO PRESCRIBE A GLP1?? I'm tired of the constant struggle- I really am.
Amazing video, thank you. Will you stay on it forever or will you come off? If you come off will the weight go back on? And what are the long term risks of staying on it? I'm afraid to go on it because of the risks of pancreatitis etc. even though I have so many of the same issues as you. And I'm worried that if I come off it the weight will just go back on.
The weight will absolutely go back on.. sadly you need to stay on this to maintain the weight loss. This should be told to anyone thinking about starting this medication, because this is not a 'quick fix', it's a maintenance plan.
No jkay you are wrong. I lost 120lb on Ozempic and have maintained this weight loss for two years after stopping it. It’s not easy but possible. I only eat between 12MD and 8pm. I calorie count 1500 cals which is the BMR for my height 5’7 and 122lb and avoid carbs ie pasta , white rice and bread. I was size 24 and have now been size 10 ( UK) for three years.
The enthusiasm sounds absolutely genuine! I love that you're sharing a story despite it being a hotly contested topic. We just don't know much about these drugs so there's a big learning curve. As far as breakfast goes, I think that sensation of being hungry soon after is very common. When you're eating carbs for breakfast. I don't have that experience when I just have a couple scrambled eggs with cheese.
So true. And for the longer term I'm working on creating a diet just like that- high protein in a morning and push carbs into the later meals in the day. I'm skeptical of why the media is pushing them so hard and am all for non- medicinal management wherever possible. But as a class of drugs they have been around for 20 years so we have more information than people think. There are definitely risks and so I wouldn't recommend them to everyone.
Thank you for making this video!!! You’ve given me insight and helped me understand my battle with food as it’s very similar to yours. Just had my first jab today. Looking forward to the journey after watching this video! Many thanks 😊
It’s been 7 days now & I’ve gone from 101.4kg to 99.5kg. Since the jab my days do not revolve around quenching my hunger. My body is adjusting to it all. I’m a teacher & on holidays at the moment so I’ve had time to add in a little bit of walking and a swim during the week which also helped with my mental health. 😊
I can relate to what you said about not feeling right when on a diet. I felt this way until I started eating low carb (50 carbs or under), higher fat, and started 30 minutes of exercise a day (sometimes 45 to an hour but I split it in 20 minute segments). I journal and that does help. I also take GLP-1 1MG per week and 10mg a day of Jardiance for Type 2 diabetes. If I take the GLP-1 at night, it gives me insomnia. I also stop eating early in the day at around 4-5pm. I use My Fitness Pal and stay between 1,300 and 1,600 calories per day. I'm eating about 100 grams of fat per day and it doesn't make me feel sick. The GLP-1 does make me eat less and it allows me to avoid temptation most of the time. I get full much faster and if I go on vacation, I cut my dose in half because the GLP-1 makes me get full really fast! I could not lose weight until I got my blood sugar under control. Prior to adding the Jardiance, my morning blood sugar was between 117-135, after adding it, my morning blood sugar is between 83-96. My blood sugar is now regularly under 100 and that is what is allowing me to lose weight along with the low carb diet. I do take one day a week and eat whatever I want. I think this works specifically for someone with insulin resistance. We aren't all one size fits all when it comes to weight loss. I'm on Ozempic with no adverse side effects. My plate also contains a lot of vegetables and I don't eat much processed food. When I stick to this program, I feel great and have lots of energy. If I eat a lot of carbs/sugar, I get acid reflux, I feel tired, anxious, depressed, so that is a huge motivation for sticking to my low carb program. This is what works for me. Thank you for your video.
Well done Emma 👏 you look great! I am on the similar journey and just wanted to ask a question regarding muscle loss and what type of exercise would be best to do to correct it? As I am busy mum of three home exercises would probably suit me better 😊 Thanks and best of luck ❤
Thank you! I do squats and deadlifts at home- train those big muscles- then use free weights for some shoulders/upper body and I walk 30 minutes everyday. I don’t lift as heavy as I used to- but I will next year x
@@EmmaandersThanks very much Emma❤ yes I am a lot on my feet but was told that I need something more specific for the muscle toning so trying to find something that I can stick to with the busy day to day that I do have as I feel I wouldn’t always have time for a gym especially if one is not close by so hopefully I find something I can do a few times a week and stick to it to see the results! Thank you so much for your advice, I really appreciate it ❤
I’m really glad that your video is met with so much love and support, which shows that there is a great community that sees the value of this medication and I hope it encourages you to make more videos of your journey! I would love to follow along! I started almost the exact same time as you and our experience is almost identical in that I have low thyroid (Hashimoto), can eat everything without nausea, can eat normal portion sizes. I exercise 2 times per week strength training and 3 times cycling. The only thing unfortunately that is not identical is the weight loss 😢 I only lost about 10 pounds in 11 weeks. Which is quite discouraging for me since my weight is keeping me from doing more of the things I love (want to start running and functional training once I’m under 95 kg, currently I’m at 108 kg). I’m a bit disheartened that it is going soooo slow and I don’t know what to do about it. I want to keep my eating intuitiv because I have to learn to regulate myself in the long term. I also eat fresh foods and high protein.
I need to get some of that cause I feel like you used to feel I wanna feel good again and I don’t wanna have to sit there and worry about every little thing I eat I have no energy. Are you prescribing this for people? I need more energy!!
I need to get some of that cause I feel like you used to feel I wanna feel good again and I don’t wanna have to sit there and worry about every little thing I eat I have no energy. Are you prescribing this for people?
noticed you mentioned not feeling quite right. Sometimes, when people experience challenges like the ones you’ve described, it can be related to neurodivergence-a term that encompasses various ways our brains can function differently, such as ADHD, autism, or dyslexia. Explore it , it will help you to see the whys
Thank you for speaking openly about your health and choices. I started 4 years ago seriously trying to loose weight. I did Optavia and lost 20lbs. Then nothing. My insulin was high, my blood pressure was high, I still had 20lbs to loose. And 2 years ago my doctor suggested semaglutide. I started it, I stopped craving sugar, needing to eat all the time, I was sleeping, I had energy and positive thoughts to get going everyday. I have lost the extra 20 and have kept it off for over a year. I do a maintenance dose every other week. So far so good.
I am 45 5'7 and 105 kg's 🙈. I've gained a lot after my second child was born in 2015. I was 76 kg's before. I also tried everything, same as you...I go up and down like a jojo. I've tried Ozempic back in September this year, I was so excited the first two weeks as the food noise completely gone, however I never lost any weight 😢. I started feeling very depressed and experienced strange pains in my abdomen area . I stopped injecting Ozempic and still looking for the perfect quick fix 😅. I am not sure whether to try Munjaro this time around, however I fear the same side effects will return 🙈. Apologies for grammar mistakes as english is my second language.
Emma, mly A1c was venturing into diabetes range so my PCP (in USA here) suggested Berberine. I ordered it and lost 7 pounds in 8 weeks. Mainly noticed that I lost my appetite. My husband is one of those people who never seems to be hungry. He joked that I must have Hobbit in me because 2nd breakfast is a real thing. I don't feel fabulous like you mentioned, just find it weird that my jeans are baggy. I need to add muscle like you mentioned. I'm 63, muscle is what will help keep me out of nursing homes and rehab!
Yeah I’m in Contrave which is a pill, in Michigan USA, and it’s the same thing, all the sudden I feel full, satisfied, and with my ADD I feel like I can concentrate at work better because in addition to my Adderall the Contrave contains craving control and Wellbutrin, and IDK I swear I can concentrate better….I can’t go without the adderall all together though. The only side effects are constipation…. 😬
Are you sure you're not insulin resistant? I feel the same as you have described (can't eat breakfast or I'll be hungry all day, constant food noise, always feeling unsettled, or queasy if I try to get into a calorie deficit). The only way I start to feel better is when I eat low carb or even keto. But eventually that stops working too as I get tired of restricting and start craving carbs (and/or eating a ton of processed "keto treats"). I have tried different things to get my hormones leveled out but it's all so confusing (grelin? leptin?) All I know is that before I turned 40 I could just make a few minor changes to my diet and I would easily lose weight. Now I'm 52 and it's been a battle for the past 10 years. I have to work out and watch what I eat just to stay 20 pounds overweight while also still feeling cravings all the time. This kind of medication sounds like it would work for me but I've heard too many horror stories. But I'm glad it works for you :)
You absolutely have to do what’s right for you. And with insulin resistance- I don’t have have type 2 diabetes but I do have type 1 in the family- so I’ve frequently checked my own blood sugars over the years- which are usually quite low- never had anything borderline- my hba1c is very low and insulin levels are low end normal. A glucose tolerance test in pregnancy- due to family history- was also very far away from problematic.
Some people will never understand how these work bc they don't have the same mental fog or missing piece of the puzzle that some of us have. This increase in glp1s has changed my mental state around food. What once felt like a white knuckle struggle all day, every day has released and my mind feels so free and at peace. People can say "oh just discipline yourself" all day long but that tells me you have no idea what goes on in my brain when it comes to food because, thankfully you don't experience what I experienced before glp1s. No they aren't for everyone and they need to be kept in low dose and not abused. A good diet and workout regime is the ideal successful combination but this was the key to setting my brain free. I don't regret a single dose. 35 pounds lost in 25 weeks is great but the mind clarity i have is even better. If you don't understand or believe it, be thankful you don't have to... But to those of us who know, we know, and I am thankful.
I don’t know you and never watched any other videos of yours, but I am so happy for you and I love this for you! You seem very happy about your results and I love to see it!
Funny thing when you were talking about how you were always hungry my thought was you need to try a glp1. Because that’s what it gets rid of that food noise
I am happy that you have found your answer. I snack because if I don't my stomach hurts. So I understand. Do you think we break our ability to eat intuitively when we diet so much at a younger age?
The feelings your describing the way food helps you is the dopamine feel good aspect . A concept with neurodiversity that exploring can help you make more sense. As I'm listening to you more and more I can see why exploring this will help you to make sense of your lived experience
Hi Emma, I absolutely loved watching your video today - and it's just what I needed to hear. I have so much in common with your own experience, including hypothyroidism. I have a question if you don't mind: Is Mounjaro available on the NHS? (I am a prime candidate). If not, would you be able to recommend any private clinics in central London where I could have it prescribed to me after consultation? Is it very expensive? Thanks so much for sharing your experience - it would mean the world to me to improve my health and chronic illnesses this coming year. x
Mounjaro will be coming to the NHS next year- but for people who meet a specific criteria and the roll out is expected to take years. in my next video I'm going to talk about how to find a clinic and things to consider x
Thankyou for your video, iv recently started the mounjaro a week ago and feel exactly the same as yourself, i feel completely different. I finish week one tomorrow so it will be interesting to see how i get on. 😊
I lost 3 dress sizes (the equivalent of losing 3 stone) in 6 weeks by eating 1500 calories of my usual plant exclusive diet and walking 20k steps in the form of 2 x 90 inute walks daily
Do you know much about liopedema Emma? I’m stage 3. I just started mounjaro today. I have read that mounjaro helps manage inflammation and the pain that lipoedema causes. I’m so hoping This is the case for me. I also hope I’m able to shed some weight
definitely I can relate. it’s like this video was made for me. the brain chatter I have around food is exhausting for me, and I eat to feel normal bc ill be feeling like a void or deficient, i’d thought it was emotional eating. def going to pay more attention to journaling.
❤🎉 I relate to your experience completely. I am 64years. I have done Fasting for many years but over 60y changes the fame. I have been doing Metabolic Balance for years, so I know my food & amount to eat for ME - but after the initial weight loss, the tiniest amount of ''rubbish food" and it was bang on back. 3 weeks on Mounjaro, and I do feel amazing. Although I haven't lost weight, I am losing inches. Belly is going down very slowly. I got my food sorted and can just focus on drinking water naturally now and focus on LIFE!!🌸 Everything in the world just makes sense now. 🤩
Yeah I’m in Contrave which is a pill, in Michigan USA, and it’s the same thing, all the sudden I feel full, satisfied, and with my ADD I feel like I can concentrate at work better because in addition to my Adderall the Contrave contains craving control and Wellbutrin, and IDK I swear I can concentrate better….I can’t go without the adderall all together though. The only side effects are constipation…. 😬 then they added Topomax for migraines and weight loss but I really have to take that when I’m getting eight hours of sleep because The cognitive side effects are real. I was so out of it, so now I only take the topomax on my days off, but I’ve lost 48 pounds in about six months.
Thank you for mentioning the breakfast problem. I am "fasting" in the morning for this simple reason. If I eat breakfast, I am a food cracy monster for the rest of the day. And it doesn't matter which kind of breakfast : savery , cereal, smoothie.. Everything turns me into a food monster. I have never heard anyone else describe this problem. It's always "breakfast is the most important meal of the day" or "start the day right".
Me too!!!
Yes, me too!
I have it in reverse. If I don't eat breakfast, I eat a tone more in q day and don't feel satisfied. We are all different.
Me too
Same😊😊😊
I found that green tea + 3 sunny side organic eggs , a little butter with a chopped tomato thrown in and some mozzarella cheese (I put it in a cup and eat with a spoon) gives me energy without triggering hunger. Then 2 hours later I'll have a coffee with Whipped Cream or half & half (no sugar) - important! don't do milk - you need the fat! and I'm high energy & good until lunch. I hope this helps - I lost approx 50 lbs eating this way. Simple sandwich for lunch (protein, lettuce, tom). An apple + mozzarella cheese stick or boiled egg (don't be scared of eggs) for an afternoon snack. Protein + veggies for dinner(like 1/4 or even 1/2 a rotisserie chicken/ grilled salmon..etc.. with broccoli or roasted veggies, use olive oil )
So it's 8am - Breakfast, 10 am- coffee, 12 noon- lunch, 3pm-Snack, 5-6pm Dinner. 10 min walk, rain or shine. Hot tea before bed. Never hungry, always have energy, just weigh in every week and it will continue to decrease, sometimes slower/faster but consistent. This is not a diet - it's a lifestyle change that works!
When you reach the weight you're happy with - sometimes add a potato or a serving of rice etc... to your dinner or a homemade cookie( nothing artificial) with your tea
Thank you
How is your cholesterol?
This is my goal!
I just need to dial in the motivation and stay focused!
Hi! This is so similar to what I have been doing... naturally! I started changing slowly and this is what has been naturally evolving.
Much better to have a healthy diet with good healthy fats (which will keep you full) then taking these weight loss Rx that have MAJOR side effects including Cancer, Death etc. Ch 60 Minutes Australia has produced several vds on the dangers of these weight loss drugs that are being pushed all over the world. WAKE UP and READ the side effect sheet prior to ever taking any Rx especially before taking these weight loss rx as they are very dangerous long term.
I started mounjaro a couple of weeks after you and have lost over 10% of my body weight. I absolutely resonate with the constant physical hunger. My parents used to be so shocked when id eat breakfast, then 2 hours later would feel sick, shakey, and genuinely so unwell until Id eaten again. This has only gotten worse with time (blood tests all normal). The emotional impact of the daily fight against hunger has drained me in so many ways. I often just felt like the worst, most undisciplined person ever, because why couldn't I just ignore the hunger, like everyone else can? Its only once I started mounjaro, and felt satiated after a tiny fraction of what I would have previously eaten to feel full, that i realised im not greedy/ weak/ gross. Its just something is wired differently for me.
Im very much still on a journey to eating the way i want to, I get side effects quite badly with some foods (I had a small glass of baileys and 2 slices of pizza and was very sick all night).
Im at a place now where I want to focus my attention on fantastic nutrition without the background hunger. I need to figure out what this looks like for me, as some days on mounjaro I really have to fight to eat anything.
As a nurse I've really struggled to get my head around taking a medication for this, I still struggle with the idea of potentially needing it long term. Ive had some very negative comments from my health care colleagues (namely 'why don't you just eat less/ exercise more', as if I haven't been trying exactly this for literally years. And "aren't you worried you'll end up with lymphoma and it'll be your fault because of this drug?" I refer back to the proven risks of being obese.)
Sorry for the essay, I definitely just used your comment section to reflect. Thanks for your transparency. I really enjoy these videos, more please!!
I really thought people would respond by thinking I was strange- but you so perfectly describe what eating breakfast is like that it is almost a relief to know that it’s not strange- and I’m not alone- it’s just not talked about. Xxx And most doctors have no clue about weight loss. I need to share some of my experiences in the next video. Taking a medication for this does seem odd- and let’s be honest we have 20 years of data but the more the better….but the risks of weight are known. And when the balance tips that the weight is riskier than the medication that’s when we consider it. So glad this is working well for you xxxx
I am the same way. I also always think about food. I love to cook and I love to eat! When I did keto, I lost weight so easily (and quickly) and I was not hungry AT ALL! I would wake up, have coffee and wouldn't think about food at all. Then around 2-3pm, I would remember that I need to eat something! Not because I was necessarily hungry.
@@Emmaanders I have a gal in my family that is 6 years old, I asked are you hungry? I can make lunch… she said, “I’m always hungry “ she was serious. I didn’t know what to say. Your story is probably her story. Of course a child shouldn’t take glp1, there has got to be something figured out, what in the body causes the hunger all the time 🤔
@lifebythecafterstrokeCHRISTINE Is she getting proper nutrition? Does her parents feed her enough?
@ yes
You look 15 years younger. Wow!! Congratulations!! 🎉🎊 It’s amazing that this exists for people who truly need support to reach a healthier weight-it’s life changing and allows them to be more productive, get off other meds, etc.
I agree! She looks hot!
Thought it was a pic of her daughter!
@ Right? I can imagine thinking the same. Huge difference!!
So much of what you’re saying is true to me too and immediately I started MJ I realised that my problem was a hormone imbalance. I’m 7 weeks in and have lost 9% of my body weight. I immediately felt fabulous, positive and confident and that I’ve finally found a solution that is going to work. I’ve counted calories from the start, exercise has been a focus and I’ve been journaling.
Stumbling across your video was a stroke of luck and I thank you for creating it. You’re looking fabulous btw xx
It’s amazing how our stories align. I’m a nurse currently working through my DNP program, and I’ve struggled with my weight for most of my life. At 41, I find myself reflecting a lot on this journey. I got pregnant at 34 after a difficult time trying, and while I lost some weight after my son was born (he’s 6 now!), I’ve slowly crept back up to my pregnancy weight, which has been scary to face.
I’ve tried fasting in the past and really liked it, but I found it hard to combine with lifting weights. While fasting kept me from gaining weight, it also made it hard to build strength. Lately, I’ve wanted to attribute these struggles to hormonal changes due to age, but I’m not ready to turn to hormone replacements. I’ll be meeting with my gynecologist next month to check my hormone levels and figure out the next steps.
Thank you for sharing your story-it’s encouraging to know I’m not alone in this!
There are natural ways to get your hormones working properly. Most doctors don't know about them. Raspberry leaf tea, ashwaghanda (sp?)
A naturalist was able to turn mine around where my doctors just wanted to mess with birth control pills which had caused weight gain.
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I stated Ozempic and with in days had pain in my gallbladder. I then had gallbladder issues for about 18 months. Finally have cleared up. Even saw a consultant about gallbladder removal. Id never go back on any of the GLP-1 Drugs.
the gallbladder needs healthy fat to keep it working correctly. This is why so many on a low fat diet end up with surgery removing their gallbladder. ch Dr Berg has excellent vds on gallbladder and why you need healthy fat in your diet.
@taramcdonough3599 yes, I've managed to get back to eating full fat diet. Dr Berg is great, so is Paul Saladino a MD, who used to be Carnivore, but is no longer.
I eat real food that humans are designed to.
you think ozempic caused your gallbladder issues? not prior lifestyle?
I went to 230 because I had a nervous breakdown and my body became unrecognizable.
I did not for a moment think I'd lose weight.
I did a lab and found I was severely deficient. Took aminos and minerals with nutritionist, IF eating 16/8 and eat the same thing everyday.
I am now 170lbs and have 10lbs to go in 3.5 months.
Oz has lawsuits, so many lost control of stomach and intestines. Its very serious. These GLP-1 are great but not, as its for life.
I knew it!! ❤ I’m on week 28 and almost 4 stones down. Completely life changing after 30 years of struggling 🎉❤
Amazing! So happy for you!! X
@ I too had been told its was a trauma response being overweight. It wasn’t, my body wasn’t functioning like ‘normal’ people. I feel lighter both in body and mind 💗
You knew what?
@@atomic_poppy that Mounjaro was the tool used
@@floriemaya this is something i would love to learn more about. "Trauma response" sounds like something that might be my problem, since there seems to be no physical reason for me to be overweight, or it is hormonal/insulin issues that are not registering in blood work,
I’ve been on the lowest dose now for 7 weeks and have lost 14 lbs. I can resonate with everything you’re experiencing and your previous issues around food and dieting. What has also surprised me is that my inflammation has gone down considerably. I didn’t realise how puffy my face was and not only that but me knee pain that has been a real challenge since I tore my meniscus 2 years ago has completely gone! I’m planing to stay on 2.5 for now as it’s working well for me whether that’s correct or not I have no idea. I won’t be able to afford to stay on this indefinitely so I’ll keep going until I can and then work out somehow how to wean myself off once I’ve lost the remaining weight I need to. I’m 60 years old and have struggled all my adult life with my weight. It’s been a massive challenge for around 8 years and I wonder whether a combination of hormonal changes and increase in cortisol and major stresses in my life during that time just had a massively impact. I too wake up with a spring in my step physically and mentally. I’m sleeping better. I’m not getting up in the night to wee either! I also have regained my bladder control too which was becoming really troublesome. It’s truly bewildering how this small amount of hormone once a week can have such a huge impact. I purchased some scales that break down my body composition which is really helpful just to monitor things like hydration and muscle mass. Like you I’m going to start weight training and toning soon. Previously I just felt so bulky and uncomfortable exercising. Thank you for this video. It’s been a real eye opener and also good to see someone else very similar to myself. Can I just ask are you planning to stay on 2.5? Do you think you’ll stay on mounjaro indefinitely? Please keep us updated on your progress I’m truly so grateful you’ve shared your experience. ❤
I love how you've explained it and you've obviously hit upon what works for you. Delighted for you!
Thank you- that's so nice
I totally understand. I had a ton of trauma as a child and I think my body didn't develop the right balance of hormones, including glp-1. I felt mentally transformed immediately from taking the starter dose. It's been over a year. I lost 40 pounds. I tried to go off, but the craving, agitation and "unwell" feeling returned... as well as some of the weight. So I'm back on. I think I'll lower the dose when i get back to my healthy weight and see what maintenance dose i can stay with long term. It's very cool to hear someone else talk about just finally feeling "normal ".
I recently heard a Dr talk about microdosing with GLP1 as it can be highly beneficial.
Thanks for sharing and I’m so happy for you! Fellow GP here - have struggled with my weight since my childhood- have lost 33lbs on MJ since August - and now my BMI is finally in the normal range.
Anxious about maintaining this but like you want to increase my strength training and protein intake.
Also a huge credit to you for sharing your story - I haven’t told a single soul about mine - feels like there is too much judgement and stigma about medication. ❤
It’s hard isn’t it. I like telling people because their reactions are interesting- and I’m secure in my decision (though I totally get why you wouldn’t) . There have been some people who have spent a lifetime telling me to lose weight and now I have they’re still finding problems. It’s great- shows you the people not worth spending your time on. Some people disagree with the meds- fair enough- but there’s ways of choosing to convey that or not to someone they’re clearly working for. But what amazes me most is how some people come around when they see your results… or will fiercely disagree with you without having done any meaningful research… then later backtrack. The most important thing is that you’re happy. You don’t have to tell anyone. And well done! That’s awesome
I lost 120lb taking Semaglutide for an NHS trial called SELECT. The trial was to see if taking semaglutide could reduce the risk of heart attacks in diabetics, I was one of 17,000 participants world wide. The criteria was BMI of over 30, mine was 39. Weight 17st 10lb at5’7. Also the participants had to have heart disease or MI. I have had two MI due to Prinzmetals variant angina so my coronary artery went into spasm therefore cutting off the blood supply and caused the MI, I was 39yrs old with no athroma in any of my coronary arteries. My second MI was aged 45yrs for the same reason but a completely different artery. I took the drug in a double blind trial between Jan 2020 until April 2023, yep right through Covid! The trial data concluded that …..taking semaglutide reduced the risk of diabetics developing heart disease/ heart attacks by around 25% so a very worthwhile commitment by me and the other 17,000. This was years before the hype of weight loss became a ‘ thing’ . Since the trial ended it has been found to also reduce fatty liver disease and some evidence of reducing the risk of dementia so a very exciting time for the scientists.
My point is I have maintained my weight loss since coming off the semaglutide which will be two years in April. I actually reached my goal weight of bobbing about between 8st 8lb and max 9st three years ago but tend to count the time since stopping the drug to see if I could do the’ impossible ‘ of maintaining that huge loss by myself with out the medication. I have by continuing the calorie counting, 16/8 intermittent fasting and avoiding pasta, bread and white rice which makes me feel bloated ie avoiding high carb foods . They make me feel ill.. . I basically that I did all these measures through out the three year trial. You can not loose weight and keep it off by just injecting the drug and eating all the high calorie dense foods I loved. It doesn’t work that way despite the media reporting. I had to work very hard to control not just portion control but what I ate. I was very worried when the trial stopped in April 2023 as All the medical evidence predicted every one puts the weight back on and more once they stop the drug! Not for me though as I still eat as I did when on the drug ie 1500 cal , high protein , low carb, mostly veg with unbattered / non fried breadcrumbed fish or chicken. I was warned my hunger would return with vengeance but if I could hang on in there for two weeks it would settle down again. I do get hungry but I fill up on porridge, homemade veggie soups if I can’t last until my meal time. I only eat between 12 MD until 8pm. It’s not easy but oh so so worth it ! I started at size 24 and have been size 10 for three years so can’t afford to buy bigger clothes as it cost me a fortune going from 24 down to a ten !
A friend of mine purchased Ozempic privately and lost three stone. She was drawn in by the advert claiming it would help with cravings of alcohol ( she is a self confessed alcohol dependent) She then stopped the OZempic due to the cost and put two stone back on in only 6 weeks! For her it did NOT reduce her alcoholic cravings sadly. she went back to eating high carb , loads of cheese which is her favourite, oil on every salad and huge portions again of everything as her hunger returned. She is now back on Wegovy costing hundreds a month but can’t seem to lose the weight again.
A word of caution though if I may, for the last three years so whilst I was on semaglutide I gradually developed slow transit. I’ve been under the care of NHS Gastro consultant who has tried bowel stimulant prescriptions and rectal irrigation and everything under the sun with no results. I have to resort to taking the ridiculous and dangerous dose of 300mg of dulcolax STAT three times a a month to initiate any bowel movement at all. So beware as with all the positives there can be awful life changing side effects. I am still going through diagnostic tests ie deification fluoroscopy which has found evidence of enteric nerve damage and I await a Proctoscopy MRI in Bristol. It may be nothing to do with semaglutide but this only started whilst on it. I just want a safe and appropriate bowel management plan as having a bowel movement only three times a month AND ONLY if I resort to this extreme dose of medication is ruining my quality of life. My Gastro consultant always makes the same comment each time I see him, that “he does not recommend I continue taking the 300mg of dulcolax “ and I keep having to repeat “ then tell me what to take that will work?” He has no more ideas left so we are at an em pass. My biggest fear is of a bowel obstruction if I do nothing. I am a retired nurse and still remember a patient of mine died on the theatre table following a bowel obstruction. I don’t mean to frighten you or others but a word of caution is the least I can do. Good luck and very best wishes.
Have you tried dioctyl?@@Summerrose400
New subscriber here 🎉I can relate to so much. I'm on week 14 of Tirzepitide and down 21 lbs. I started at 218 lbs (5'7" tall) and currently weigh 197. I'm perimenopausal and have struggled to lose weight most of my life. Tirzepitide is a game changer. I feel hope again and that I'll reach my goal (140 lbs.) and maintain it for first time in my adult life.
Same!
I have literally had the same journey. I finally tried Mounjaro after my husband was on it a few months and lost a bunch of weight. It has been life changing. I literally don't feel like eating, the food noise is gone. I've lost around 20 pounds now in about 3 months or so. I have exercised which is not good but I feel so much better. I no longer snack. I've been trying to get our daughter to try it. She's struggled her whole life with weight as well and exercises at least 4 days per week and even has a personal trainer. She's lost weight yes but the food noise is still there for her and if she stops even a little the weight comes roaring back. These meds really transform us inside out. The hormones make the man...and woman. Hormones guide or misguide it all. Praying this med is more available to more people ASAP.
Cravings = gut dysbiosis. Research the gut/brain/vagus nerve connection. When the wrong bacteria proliferate, they instruct the brain to supply the wrong foods. Getting them under control by feeding the good bacteria will make cravings disappear. Pre/probiotics are key. I'd also recommend learning more about nutritional deficiencies and how that can make you feel, both physically and mentally. Dr. Berg here on YT is a good resource on that.
He’s a chiropractor and marketer, not an MD.
@@TheAfiyfahDon't shorthanded yourself by dismissing chiropractors.
Dr. Berg is super knowledgeable and many chiropractors know and divulge more info about the human body and all the i terconnected nerves to gut, brain etc issues, than any 15 minute HMO hack Dr. 🎤
Watch Dr Rahim too...
He's quite remarkable!
@@TheAfiyfah - Being a chiropractor doesn't mean he stopped learning after he got out of school. MD's get almost zero nutritional knowledge, and tons of pro-pharma programming. I know a number of them who left successful practices of conventional medicine because their own problems and their family problems were not solved through that, but rather by functional medicine...using approaches like the one you just scorned. Ditto the chiro's I know who pursued functional medicine. And I know more people, their patients, who have had major reversals of challenging illness because of this approach as well.
Don't scorn before educating yourself.
@@bitrudder3792 I just don’t like these marketers who are not upfront about the fact that they are not MDs. They are an all about making money and frequently convey information that is not evidence based while selling products to enrich themselves.
@@bitrudder3792 dr Berg is very big scientology contributor, so take his info with grainS of salt.
You look great Emma!!! I lost 15 pounds in 5-6months!!! No medication. Exercise (HIIT and/or SIT training at home, no classes, no gym memberships) and consuming less than I burn. 39f w an 8yo kid. Intermittent fasting 16:8 nearly every day and 2-3 days of 22 or 24 hr fasting per month.
That’s awesome. The 2-3 day fasts are incredible! I used to do 48-72 hours once a month and it felt like a general reset. I’ve missed them! I’ve tried a dozen times since my son was born and seen them through but weirdly the ‘reset’ feeling had gone and usually I feel wonderful after the first day then day2/3 is a high - but even that went. And as much as people say ‘you eat loads after you fast’- that’s totally untrue.
@ just finished your video and I didn’t mean for my first comment to be bragging bc of the lack of medication used. I completely agree with you that some patients should not be prescribed these medications and some do. Your response to the medication is amazing! It sounds like someone living with chronic depression that feels normal for the first time in years!!! I feel incredibly grateful that I get a very sharp and almost ‘high’ feeling during my 22-24hr resent fasting. I hope those feelings won’t go away. Best wishes to you! I hope you continue to get positive results on your journey w or without medications in the future.
@@Monkey-oy1us it didn’t come across a bragging at all! I love a good success story! X
Congratulations on the weight loss but more importantly I’m glad the medication is making you feel better. I’m so happy for you. Keep it up.
I recently lost 2 stone and have gone from a bmi of 26 to a bmi of 23.5. I just reduced my intake of refined carbs such as bread, pasta, rice and sugar and within a few days the constant hunger you described disappeared. Not feeling hungry is a revelation and the key to successful weight loss ; being hungry all the time and starving yourself never works. I think your video looks at the reason for weight gain and this is the best place to start.
Do you take Mounjaro too? Or was were able to do it without help of meds?
Also how were able to reduce the carbs if you were hungry all the time?
As a clinical nutritionist, my understanding is that, from what I've seen, it takes away or reduces hunger, which people refer to as "food noise." However, this approach is not sustainable, which is why the weight often comes back. Essentially, it's like starving yourself, which can lead to muscle mass loss and deficiencies. Although you've mentioned that you are still able to eat, perhaps in smaller portions, I've observed both extremes with clients on GLP-1s.
Another factor is that it helps manage blood sugar, which could address some of the symptoms you mentioned. This is also why clinical nutritionists often advocate starting the day with protein, fiber, and healthy fats-supporting blood sugar regulation rather than focusing solely on insulin. A reading of both is necessary to get a full picture of what's happening. while everyone is differnt , microbiome has been exposed to different things theres genticis, a whole host of things, some things remian true and ceral isnt the way to start the day. it just wont provide the data the body requires. Additionally, the feeling of fullness it provides affects signaling in the body.
One of my frustrations is hearing people wonder how it works, thinking it "melts fat" or something similar. Often, in the prescription of these medications, clients aren't told-or at least my clients weren't-that there are important caveats. You must drink adequate water, start lifting weights or exercising regularly (especially for maintaining muscle mass if you're 40+), and ensure you're getting enough fiber, among other factors.
If people are ensuring they meet their BMR with food not ultra processed foods, make better choices, and are thriving, then that’s fantastic. But it’s essential to provide education around these elements to support long-term success. love your comment about root cause and not masking.
Couldn’t love this comment more
Emma, you have put into words how I feel on my GLP1 journey. No side effects, very slow weight loss though only 15 lbs in 5 months. My body feels so much better though! I use to get angry and annoyed easily when I was hungry. Now I just get a grumbly stomach sometimes without any emotions associated with it. The mental clarity has helped me so much! Congrats on feeling better!!
That’s awesome! Isn’t it funny how the actual weight loss becomes so insignificant compared to feeling great everyday. So happy for you x
Our bodies are such a machine and when off, it’s so messed up… glad you found something that works for you… a few suggestions for anyone still struggling… apple cider vinegar curbs cravings..and hunger… a teaspoon in water to start with and more water to follow and ❤add a little more up to no more than two tablespoons when stomach and body is handling it… dr Mindy pelz in awesome when talking about fasting and women’s hormones.. other docs videos about fasting and also women’s hormones are awesome too. So many of them helping so many people. It’s a journey. Good luck to everyone on their journey
For those of us who have dieted all our lives, this sounds like it is worth trying. Not thinking about food what you can and can’t eat all the time must be unbelievable.
It's extremely liberating... and leaves you with extra time for LIVING!
What did you learn about things sounding too good to be true?
Pretty much all my life they are too good to be true.
Everything that glitters ain't gold.
But, if you would bet your life on it?
I have that same issue. I call it "food noise". It's a constant buzz in my head that's telling me I should eat something, even though I've just had a full meal and am 30 pounds overweight and won't starve if I go another few hours between meals. It's very distracting and disruptive, absolutely.
I find food noise interesting. Because I think everyone’s is slightly different. And I totally relate. I had this a lot in my twenties and found fasting and exercise dampened it a lot. Since having my son it’s a bit different. I hardly think of food but can then suddenly get this ‘off ‘ feeling come on even when I’m deep in a task. But taking a glp1 definitely feels like it turns off a white noise machine that I wasn’t even aware was there.
@Emmaanders Exactly. I've been on a GLP-1 since early August and can say I've had similar results. My body now actually gives me "full" signals; I can start a meal and stop eating even though there's still good on my plate (which goes against the age-old adage of "Finish your dinner. There are starving kids in China."), and my sugar cravings have decreased significantly. I'm still on a relatively low dose because I can titrate it myself and I'm worried about increasing the dose so much that my body no longer responds to it. It's interesting that Eli Lilly is doing research on GLP-1s for issues other than diabetes.
Hello, can you tell me what made you decide on taking Mounjaro over say Ozempic or another generic GLP1? Thank you so much
You’re the only other person that I’ve heard explain the need to eat to get rid of the brain fog and constant hunger and how the medication just eliminates that. I used to have to eat or run 10k in 50 minutes in order to feel ‘normal’. Now on the same medication as you I finally feel normal all the time. Thank you for sharing!
Thank you for sharing! It’s so reassuring to hear. And also- 50 minutes! That’s awesome. It needs to be drenching to work though- that’s the point. I enjoy exercise but I’ve felt I have to- now I can just enjoy it.
I’m so, so glad that you found something to balance your hormones! Living in Portugal, as an expat, this medication is not even an option for me. Yet, listening to you, I don’t struggle with feeling hungry all the time and not having a sense of being pleasantly full. I have avoided exercising, due to back pain, and eat to comfort myself emotionally. Having ADHD, I tried Elvanse and really loved how it knocked down my appetite and helped tremendously with Rejection Sensitivity Dysmorphia. Yet, it did cause a rise in my blood pressure, so I went off it.
Trying now to simply focus on protein, get 10 minutes of movement in each day, and practice journaling. If I can establish those three things, I’ll add in meditation and more exercise next month! I’m 69 and really want to feel much better and much stronger by my birthday in October. 😉
Try eating eggs and bacon or steak for breakfast, you'll have less hunger throughout the day.
i want to add that i am 59 and post menopause. My weight problems started around 40 years old. I was going to the gym 4-5 days a week, i did 30 to 40 minutes on the elliptical and then did a 3 day split with weights. I was really strong and lifted heavy, leg press of 400+ pounds and could bench press 125lbs with a spotter. Yet, i still struggled with my weight and even started gaining. I ate around 1500 calories per day, or less. So, with my 2.5 week of a 5lb weight loss so far, i am hopeful that I will finally see some results. Ultimately, i would like to lose 90lbs.
Emma, what happens when you are no longer taking the drug? Or is your plan to stay on it.. it’s so wonderful to have results like yours. Best wishes…
Thanks for making your video. It certainly sounds like the GLP 1 is substituting for a peptide or hormone that your body is not making for some reason. I have been taking MJ since July , and have lost 23 kg in that time , 26% of my starting body weight. I went up to 5 mg then back to 2.5 and for the last three weeks have been reducing from there now on 1.5, I’ll go to to 1 next week for a couple of weeks and then stop . I’m not looking to lose any more weight and am now very much trying to focus on building muscle. The thing that I am very sad about as I have been reducing the medication is that my inflammation in joints is returning. I had thought it was so much reduced due to the weight loss - and this is partially the case- but it turns out that the GLP 1 has had a massive positive effect on my joint inflammation. It has many positive effects that we don’t yet fully understand. I also stopped drinking wine each night , something I had tried and failed to do for ages. I still can have a drink if I fancy it but the habit has gone.
I reached my goal weight this week -BMI of 25 for the first time since a teenager 35years ago. I’ve lost 70lbs in 7months and so pleased to feel normal. I’ve been a psychiatrist for 25years- it’s interesting to read how many doctors are doing this given the bad press it gets but the great results we see. Thank you xx
Are you going to take the drugs for the rest of your life?
The best thing I ever did.. dieting since my teens. I eat everything and I eat well just smaller meals. In 18 mths I've lost 65kg. I also have really bad lipodema and ive also lost 16cm off my legs. I'm about 15kg off my own goal weight of 70kg. I would say give this a go.. im 52 yrs old too.. really nice to read people are getting good results. 🎉
Thank you so much for this. I can relate to everything you’ve said. Always feeling hungry. My stomach may feel full, but physically my body feels hungry, irritable. I try not to eat before 11am, because once I start eating I can’t stop
Same here
I am on Mounjaro. Yes small dose I feel so much better, however I am a bit afraid of taking this medication. That and al,the guilt my whole life . The constant hunger you mentioned yes all my life. I would tell my doctor or ask why am I always hungry? I believe it is some type of hormonal issue with me. I am 66 years old and I have just recently lost about 23lbs being on the Mounjaro. Tonight I walked about a mile. It felt so good. I haven’t been motivated to do this in so long. I actually think this will help with my sleep. Because I feel more like doing things and believe me I have a lot more weight to lose. I have been on diets my whole life. I have had weight loss surgery, dropped close to 100 lbs then our daughter died and I stopped caring about myself. This GLP-1. Has really helped me. I am diabetic this low dose has helped me with this as well. I have heard the Ozempic has caused some major health issues with some people. I was led to your channel and grateful to have found you.
What this sounds to me is like theres something really wrong with the food in our country. I moved here about 4 years ago and the feeling you're describing is something that I had never felt before until I was about a year into living here. The state that you now have to acquire with medication is the state we should be normally in.
This is the content I’ve been looking for. As a nurse practitioner who has taken a long hiatus and struggling to make myself go back - and also struggling with my weight - I feel like I’ve been missing an educated, independent take on this topic. Most healthcare providers are just spitting out the standard info and putting all overweight people in one box. Your observations resound with me in some of my personal struggles and experiences. Especially in America but it sounds like the case in the UK as well - “healthcare” needs a complete revolutionary overhaul. I’m excited for the prospect of individualized precision medicine in the future. Medicine is supposed to be as much an art as it is a science - but what the finance bros third party payers have done to medicine is take away the ability of providers to practice the art of medicine. Thank you so much for sharing this and please keep your observations and ideas coming ❤❤
I couldn't agree with you more. X
I started using berberine combined with carnivore.
Lost 60 pounds.
Am now stalled.
Not gaining, though, so that’s a win for me.
After New Year I am going to ramp up my efforts.
Maybe try one meal a day between 2pm-7pm.
I was wanting to try berberine. How much do you take?
@ I take 1,500 MG split into 3 doses.
@ thanks!
i tried berberine and it did nothing for me. I was so sad because I heard great things about it
@ I combine it with K2, vitamin D3 and nattokinase(sp).
I am also 80% carnivore.
Only veggies once in a great while.
It worked wonders for me.
Hoping to ramp it up after the holidays to lose the heat there 60 pounds.
This is just beautiful. You are so talented. Brought tears to my eyes. Thank you. Have a wonderful holiday. God bless you, Dominique and family.❤
Congratulations, thats amazing. I've lost 65lbs in 26 weeks. So pleased.
That’s incredible! Well done!
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I really appreciate the 5 daily things to do list. I totally understand the feeling of others seeing me a lazy. I recently completed my iv therapy for my fatty liver. My poor tiny veins are happy to not have anymore treatments. So if I am understanding correctly, exercise is kinda like getting the shot you mentioned. My weight loss journey will have to come to completion in 2025. I’m on step 2 of a full body detox. I believe you’re daily steps is the missing piece. I am going to save this video to my notes and reference it when I need a reminder that the lil steps is better than no steps forward. Mental health is very important to me so my adult daughters know it doesn’t matter how old you are you can always find the help you need to the healthiest version of yourself. 💗
I'm glad this worked for you. I went the route of eliminate processed foods and stay away from seed oils. I eat more carnivore and animal products. Weight started coming off like never before. I didnt realize that fat keeps you full AND I feel FULL and no longer think about food all the time. I'm now 30 pounds down after 8 months on carnivore/low keto. I think it was the highly processed foods that my body just couldnt handle. Keep up the good work on your end but for those who don't want to take a pharmaceutical product, there are other options. Carnivore/low carb/healthy fats works well for me.
Your response is very similar to those described by Dr. Tyna. She asserts that some of us may be deficient in GLP1 and these medications replace that deficiency. The GLP1 halted her psoriatic arthritis, gave her energy again, and helped her begin exercising again. Awesome video - thank you so much. I had stopped my microdosing and began having body cramping, that off feeling that I need to just eat something to get rid of it just as you described. I will be going back to micro-dosing GLP1. Thank you!!!
OMG! This is me! Always hungry! Never full! I love that you figured this out for yourself!
You are glowing. So happy for you that you feel so well ❤
Thanks Jo. Hope you had a lovely Christmas x
Also, I forgot to say, why not try moving to a natural; digestive glp1 aid like berberine. Aswaganda and lions mane for nootropics.
MCT oil in coffee may aid keeping full and as fatty acids. Butter and other foods also contain. Limit seed oils, although eating healthy nuts great in moderation.
Although fat can be satiating, like i said in previous message, protein is 4 cals per gram and is very satiating, needed for muscle building and will aid your metabolism and energy with thyroid. It's the most thermogenesis affect food; uses most energy to process in our digestion. Takes longest to digest (meats) keeping us fuller for longer. Lean cuts of chicken, turkey, some beef, fish and higher protein vegetables and pulses such as lentils and peas as example.
'Food and mood' journal and aspirations and plans to put into action going to give a whirl. Good luck with your journey, to you and everyone . Happy Christmas and best wishes for 2025!!
I tried Ashwaganda, and berberine and had no changes.
I don't suppose everything works for everyone. Berberine has assisted me when I come to eat carbs. Ashwagandha is mentioned as used for various benefits including anxiety and stress; cortosol lowering effects which if someone prone to stressor on the body it may assist them. Stress and inflammation can make people hold onto weight including water weight.
Even tho' I have no intention of trying one of these medications, it was very interesting to hear someone qualified talk about them (and weight control in general) from experience :)
I am on the road to shedding an awful lot of weight and have stalled out the past couple of months ... so the notion of a magic pill to sort it out for me is very tempting. But I am wary of messing with my bodies systems to that extent. So I shall persist with my more mundane methods for now.
I was 262lb and got down to 226lb relatively smoothly and then the process just stopped :( I am not sure why. The festive period will have taken its toll I am sure, which is why I have stayed away from the scale the past couple of weeks. Back to it with a serious will as the New Year turns ...
My mum took me to my first slimming club at 7yrs old in the 1970s. A year of hell and a lifetime of yo yo dieting and excessively exercising- along with anxiety and depression. I’m a nurse practitioner and knew exactly what I should be eating like you, from the very first morning after taking Monjouro, I have felt amazing. I’ve lost 1st 2lb in 6 weeks and and am now on 5mg but more than anything- apart from the energy and enjoying exercise and being drawn to fresh food- I have stopped my antidepressants and have let go of all my past sadnesses and am just enjoying the now and the present. I’ve started journaling and have suddenly become interested in wanting to start new hobbies. Absolutely transforming my life. Life used to be so hard and now every day is new and exciting. My anxiety has gone. I’m finally in control of my eating and my life. I am 55yrs old and have many more stone to lose but I’m looking forward to the journey ahead.
🙌👏 Totally related. I was 13 the first time I tried to join a slimming club. That's amazing to be off your antidepressants. Sos so pleased for you. It's wonderful. 😃
Me too, my mum put me on all the diets from the age of 7. I’m on MJ and have been for 2 months, unfortunately I’ve not seen much weight loss (7.5 lbs) and i don’t feel good on it but now I don’t want to come off because Im petrified of the food noise returning
Emma, thank you for sharing your story.
Dr. Emma, throughout my life, I have experienced similar symptoms to yours - i.e. never feeling full, constant hunger pangs and brain fog. I was athletic too, watched my diet, and had a tendancy to gain weight rapidly with modest caloric increase. Conversely, starvation or fasting would quickly produce the opposite results.
It is also significant that we both have problem drinker/alcoholic (and, in my case, depressed) relatives. All of these problems point to inherited, imbalanced brain chemistry which is remedied by glp1agonist medication.
At 70 years of age, with a bmi of 33, high blood pressure and cholesterol, and despite my best efforts to lose weight through both diet and exercise, I have been unable to lose weight.
Like you, I am knowledgeable about nutrition. In my early 40s, I lost 55 pounds through diet and exercise. This time, it's different. I cannot tolerate the constant hunger pangs or food noise the way I did previously.
The glp1 agonist medication has been a God send to me and I highly recommend its use in cases similar to mine.
I am in the middle of week 3 of my GLP1, semiglutide. I am sleeping better, almost no side effects and am down 5 lbs so far. With almost no effort. I have struggled with my weight for the last 19 years since I quit smoking. It is very subtle and I realized that when I am eating, that i lose interest in the meal before i eat it all. I did notice the couple of times I ate just carbs (Christmas cookies, just two) is when my stomach was a bit off. Not nauseous, just off. I read in my "help kit" that the sugars and simple carbs can have a response of excreting too much insulin due to the GLP1 causing the nausea and it recommended a diet high in protein and vegetables. I learned years ago as well, that breakfast that is high carbs, like pancakes, makes me hungry all day as well. So my breakfast almost always includes eggs and maybe cheese or bacon and with no starchy carbs. No more blood sugar spikes and drops. and I stay satiated for several hours. Now with the GLP1, i often don't eat lunch, have a healthy snack and then dinner
Thank you Emma. I’m a recently retired nurse, many traumas in my life, living with Alzheimer’s in laws for 20+ years. Grandchildren, babies child care and suffer with anxiety. You mentioned somatization and I’m wondering if this is my issue. I’ve had CBT years ago, my mothers death opened up Pandora’s box, I didn’t find this helpful. I exercise, manage my diet, but since beginning of year my weight has increased, I’m not confrontational but other people’s expectations and demands infuriate me, to the point when I feel like, verbally letting them have both barrels. I’m not on any meds, and we’re looking at find separate accommodation from my in laws,which my husband feels bad about, his brothers and parents sibling’s are not helpful. Sorry I’m rambling. Help.
Talk short walks when you can. Take vitamins. You are doing fine. Stay strong.
Try an accredited EMDR therapistswhich helps with difficult memories. Wishing you well.
another video on Monjaro mentioned the term 'food noise'. this is what gets shut out by using the injection. then you start eating when you feel hungry without the constant compulsion to 'want to eat'
Thank you for doing this video. I love that you’ve incorporated journaling, food diary and educational exploration into your journey. I’d add sleep monitoring to the list. Really interesting when you drilled down into your own story. I don’t know much about GLP-1, and have some fear it’s the next dexatrim. Just the idea of medicine to create health is somewhat scary. I’m also VERY intrigued as it seems to work for so many. Feeling a bit of FOMO. All this to say, thank you and please continue sharing your story!
Dr Emma I am so happy for you. I can tell you feel so much better. I have a constant problem with controlling my appetite. I am so scared of the side effects but I cannot seem to lose any weight. I am about 40 pounds overweight. Thank you for making it more real.,😊
Endless appetite is a symptom, not a problem. Don't mask a symptom, find the cause/s and address it/them.
How old are you? Age has a huge impact on women of a certain age when weight loss is impossible due to hormonal imbalance
I am 45, to say weight loss is impossible is ridiculous. I was overweight at a whopping 100kg, I fasted and exercised and lost 25 kg in 5 months and still going. Although I regained 5 kg over these holidays because of my sloppy eating I plan on losing more weight. Its possible. I plan to optimize my BMI and I will do it.
Congratulations! Do you think that if you stop glp1 that you will gain the weight back?
Yes.
This is exactly the reason l have a problem with glp-1... it's a lifelong fix, you can't quit or you gain it all back, and more.
Taking this for the rest of your life is not a realistic solution for weight loss.. sadly it's a 'quick fix' that won't last.
Not if she makes healthy lifestyle changes and sticks to them afterward. I lost 70 lbs on glp1’s 2 years ago and am in the best shape of my life as a menopausal 48 yr old woman. I eat a mostly clean, plant based diet (80/20) for the anti inflammatory benefits, weight train 5 days a week and do 20-30 minutes of cardio 3-5 times a week, drink 100 ounces of water daily and have 10-15 minutes of meditation/prayer time daily. Changing your lifestyle is key to keeping off the weight once you’re no longer taking the jabs.
@@TheChaoticMagnoliaCould you have lost the weight doing those lifestyle changes without the GLP1?
Proper human diet, is the answer,
OMG!!! You are explaining my issue perfectly. I feel exactly the same. Needing to eat to feel well. Hungry all the time. I skip breakfast too because as I say, “it turns on the eating machine”. I’ve been on semaglutide for 13 weeks and have only lost 10 lbs while tracking 1200 calories a day. Sadly, this week I had to stop taking my shots because they suspect I may be experiencing a gall bladder and/or pancreatic issue. I’m so sad about it because I’ve been dieting for decades to no avail and the weight kept piling on prior to the semiglutide. I’m also, on thyroid meds. Praying I can get back on it without issue.
Hi! This is so interesting. I don’t know much about GLP1s so may I ask how these are managed long term? Is it something you use forever, or work to come off gradually?
Generally at the moment it is thought to be long term- people seem to regain a significant portion of the weight over time if they stop it. Though there are some people who come off with success. I’m going to experiment when I’m ready for that
I have had a weight problem since being pregnant many, many years ago. Nothing worked for me. Or I would give up after 8 - 10 weeks and then put all the weight back on. About 8 years ago I started fasting and this was a game changer and for about 5 years I kept the weight off. Then I lost focus and ended up with metabolic syndrome, high BP, borderline pre diabetic, high triglycerides, low HDL and high Hba1c. I then started keto which thankfully fixed my metabolic syndrome. For the past year I have been keto/carnivore and all those good things you mentioned about feeling well, mental clarity, energy etc, etc have happened to me. I have no aches and pains, I sleep well, and enjoy my life so much more. I am full very easily because I prioritise protein and good fats and limited carbs between 0 - 20g per day. I have at last found what works for me. I am 68 years of age. I hope this treatment continues to work for you because it looks like you have something that makes you feel ‘well’.
It’s good that you are continuing to do your strength training because we know that muscle loss is a big issue as we age. My friend went on the same GLP-1 as you and lost a great deal of weight and was delighted until she started complaining her bottom had fallen and the skin was sagging. She is only 48 but was eating almost nothing everyday and did no weight training to maintain her muscle mass. I think this is the problem when there is no advice or real guidance from these on-line prescribing companies.
I wonder if these GLP-1 treatments had been available to me several years ago if I would have tried them and the answer is most definitely. I don’t think they are a magic bullet for everyone and I know people that use them and still eat crap so educating the importance of good nutrition is vital. But exercise is not enough - you can’t out run a poor diet.
Would be interested to hear how you progress. Good luck Emma xx
I love this for you! Thank you for your transparency! I really resonated with what you said about eating to not feel so poorly. I do this every day and never thought about it in that way. I have always struggled with my weight even when I was deemed “healthy” and even in the short period of time I was underweight. I also eat rather healthily and it still doesn’t matter. I’ve always thought I was possibly struggling with a nutrient deficiency but even with healthy foods and vitamins I still feel the same. I appreciate you sharing your journey and your perspective on this especially as a healthcare professional. I’m rooting for you!!!
I found your video quite interesting. My weight was at 298 three years ago just before I had my first heart surgery. Ive resisted the cardiologist's recommendation that I try MJ, but my endocrinologist was against it, partly because my insurance wouldn't cover the injections as I am not diabetic. I'm down to 235 and still praying to drop the rest without having to resort to more injections (on Repatha for past year). Im 71 and still have hopes of regaining my health while decreasing pharmaceuticals that I have to take.
My doctor prescribed wegovy or zepbound but my insurance doesn’t cover it. The cost is not manageable long term. I have so much inflammation that I cannot reduce it unless I’m on a candida diet which is not sustainable. I’m so happy for you. ❤
So sorry- these medications are significantly cheaper in the UK (for now). Hope you find something workable soon
This is really interesting from an academic perspective. I’m also an ex dr. Now a health coach doing a masters in nutrition. I’m also a big fan of intuitive eating.
It sounds like you've started getting in tune with your hunger and satiety signals after years of not having them for whatever reason. Genetic variation in the liver cytochrome p450 enzymes affects drug metabolism so I’m sure there’s variance in GLP-1 receptors. I feel a pubmed search coming on!
Anyhow. Interesting insight from someone with a high degree of self-awareness thank you.
Your approach to your diet (by which I mean what you are eating as opposed to a restrictive diet) sounds ideal too and how I choose to eat. Balanced and healthy stuff 80 to 90% of the time, with a little wiggle room for the things that bring you joy.
Hi Emma, thank you for this great video, please can you leave each of the comments in the white banners up for longer (I’d love to read your side comments!) BTW, I started my weight loss journey on 1st Jan 2024 (360 days ago), I cut out Wheat, Alcohol, Dairy and Sugar (WADS) and have gone from 15st to 10.5st. I’m 56 years old and 5’5”. I’ve gradually built up my walking distance from practically zero to ten miles per day (I now love to get the exercise because it comes naturally to want to expend energy). Wishing you all the best on your journey and Marry Christmas
Absolutely- thank you for the feedback. And wow!!!!! Well done
I have experienced almost identical issues as you (I can literally eat non-stop ALL DAY), but my doctors don't take my experiences seriously- EVER. They shrug and tell me I'm just depressed (I'm not), and I'm only about 30-40lbs overweight after working VERY hard in the kitchen and the gym for a year, so they aren't worried I'm obese. So the question is... this sounds great and all, but HOW DO YOU GET YOUR DOCTOR TO PRESCRIBE A GLP1?? I'm tired of the constant struggle- I really am.
Amazing video, thank you. Will you stay on it forever or will you come off? If you come off will the weight go back on? And what are the long term risks of staying on it? I'm afraid to go on it because of the risks of pancreatitis etc. even though I have so many of the same issues as you. And I'm worried that if I come off it the weight will just go back on.
The weight will absolutely go back on.. sadly you need to stay on this to maintain the weight loss. This should be told to anyone thinking about starting this medication, because this is not a 'quick fix', it's a maintenance plan.
No jkay you are wrong. I lost 120lb on Ozempic and have maintained this weight loss for two years after stopping it. It’s not easy but possible. I only eat between 12MD and 8pm. I calorie count 1500 cals which is the BMR for my height 5’7 and 122lb and avoid carbs ie pasta , white rice and bread. I was size 24 and have now been size 10 ( UK) for three years.
The enthusiasm sounds absolutely genuine! I love that you're sharing a story despite it being a hotly contested topic. We just don't know much about these drugs so there's a big learning curve.
As far as breakfast goes, I think that sensation of being hungry soon after is very common. When you're eating carbs for breakfast. I don't have that experience when I just have a couple scrambled eggs with cheese.
So true. And for the longer term I'm working on creating a diet just like that- high protein in a morning and push carbs into the later meals in the day. I'm skeptical of why the media is pushing them so hard and am all for non- medicinal management wherever possible. But as a class of drugs they have been around for 20 years so we have more information than people think. There are definitely risks and so I wouldn't recommend them to everyone.
@Emmaanders Yes, I'm actually heard some interesting research around lower doses, helping people in ways that researchers had not expected.
This is interesting . Are gps happy to give you prescriptions for this?
Thank you for making this video!!! You’ve given me insight and helped me understand my battle with food as it’s very similar to yours. Just had my first jab today. Looking forward to the journey after watching this video! Many thanks 😊
How are doing since your first jab?
It’s been 7 days now & I’ve gone from 101.4kg to 99.5kg. Since the jab my days do not revolve around quenching my hunger. My body is adjusting to it all. I’m a teacher & on holidays at the moment so I’ve had time to add in a little bit of walking and a swim during the week which also helped with my mental health. 😊
I can relate to what you said about not feeling right when on a diet. I felt this way until I started eating low carb (50 carbs or under), higher fat, and started 30 minutes of exercise a day (sometimes 45 to an hour but I split it in 20 minute segments). I journal and that does help. I also take GLP-1 1MG per week and 10mg a day of Jardiance for Type 2 diabetes. If I take the GLP-1 at night, it gives me insomnia. I also stop eating early in the day at around 4-5pm. I use My Fitness Pal and stay between 1,300 and 1,600 calories per day. I'm eating about 100 grams of fat per day and it doesn't make me feel sick. The GLP-1 does make me eat less and it allows me to avoid temptation most of the time. I get full much faster and if I go on vacation, I cut my dose in half because the GLP-1 makes me get full really fast! I could not lose weight until I got my blood sugar under control. Prior to adding the Jardiance, my morning blood sugar was between 117-135, after adding it, my morning blood sugar is between 83-96. My blood sugar is now regularly under 100 and that is what is allowing me to lose weight along with the low carb diet. I do take one day a week and eat whatever I want. I think this works specifically for someone with insulin resistance. We aren't all one size fits all when it comes to weight loss. I'm on Ozempic with no adverse side effects. My plate also contains a lot of vegetables and I don't eat much processed food. When I stick to this program, I feel great and have lots of energy. If I eat a lot of carbs/sugar, I get acid reflux, I feel tired, anxious, depressed, so that is a huge motivation for sticking to my low carb program. This is what works for me. Thank you for your video.
Well done Emma 👏 you look great! I am on the similar journey and just wanted to ask a question regarding muscle loss and what type of exercise would be best to do to correct it? As I am busy mum of three home exercises would probably suit me better 😊 Thanks and best of luck ❤
Thank you! I do squats and deadlifts at home- train those big muscles- then use free weights for some shoulders/upper body and I walk 30 minutes everyday. I don’t lift as heavy as I used to- but I will next year x
The busy mumming of three will also provide more exercise than you are likely aware of! Carrying my five year old is good!
@@EmmaandersThanks very much Emma❤ yes I am a lot on my feet but was told that I need something more specific for the muscle toning so trying to find something that I can stick to with the busy day to day that I do have as I feel I wouldn’t always have time for a gym especially if one is not close by so hopefully I find something I can do a few times a week and stick to it to see the results! Thank you so much for your advice, I really appreciate it ❤
I’m really glad that your video is met with so much love and support, which shows that there is a great community that sees the value of this medication and I hope it encourages you to make more videos of your journey! I would love to follow along! I started almost the exact same time as you and our experience is almost identical in that I have low thyroid (Hashimoto), can eat everything without nausea, can eat normal portion sizes. I exercise 2 times per week strength training and 3 times cycling. The only thing unfortunately that is not identical is the weight loss 😢 I only lost about 10 pounds in 11 weeks. Which is quite discouraging for me since my weight is keeping me from doing more of the things I love (want to start running and functional training once I’m under 95 kg, currently I’m at 108 kg). I’m a bit disheartened that it is going soooo slow and I don’t know what to do about it. I want to keep my eating intuitiv because I have to learn to regulate myself in the long term. I also eat fresh foods and high protein.
Im losing so slow as well on compound semaglutide. I'm hoping to switch to tirzepatide
I’m sold!! Just wish I could get some!! Shame it’s not available to all who wants it!
@@HeadingtowardhealingI did a lot of research and it does seem to work a lot better with less side effects. Wishing you luck!
I need to get some of that cause I feel like you used to feel I wanna feel good again and I don’t wanna have to sit there and worry about every little thing I eat I have no energy. Are you prescribing this for people? I need more energy!!
I need to get some of that cause I feel like you used to feel I wanna feel good again and I don’t wanna have to sit there and worry about every little thing I eat I have no energy. Are you prescribing this for people?
noticed you mentioned not feeling quite right. Sometimes, when people experience challenges like the ones you’ve described, it can be related to neurodivergence-a term that encompasses various ways our brains can function differently, such as ADHD, autism, or dyslexia. Explore it , it will help you to see the whys
Amazing content! I’d love to learn more about natural ways to boost mental clarity and focus. Any tips
Thank you for speaking openly about your health and choices. I started 4 years ago seriously trying to loose weight. I did Optavia and lost 20lbs. Then nothing. My insulin was high, my blood pressure was high, I still had 20lbs to loose. And 2 years ago my doctor suggested semaglutide. I started it, I stopped craving sugar, needing to eat all the time, I was sleeping, I had energy and positive thoughts to get going everyday. I have lost the extra 20 and have kept it off for over a year. I do a maintenance dose every other week. So far so good.
I am 45 5'7 and 105 kg's 🙈. I've gained a lot after my second child was born in 2015. I was 76 kg's before. I also tried everything, same as you...I go up and down like a jojo. I've tried Ozempic back in September this year, I was so excited the first two weeks as the food noise completely gone, however I never lost any weight 😢. I started feeling very depressed and experienced strange pains in my abdomen area . I stopped injecting Ozempic and still looking for the perfect quick fix 😅. I am not sure whether to try Munjaro this time around, however I fear the same side effects will return 🙈. Apologies for grammar mistakes as english is my second language.
Emma, mly A1c was venturing into diabetes range so my PCP (in USA here) suggested Berberine. I ordered it and lost 7 pounds in 8 weeks. Mainly noticed that I lost my appetite.
My husband is one of those people who never seems to be hungry. He joked that I must have Hobbit in me because 2nd breakfast is a real thing. I don't feel fabulous like you mentioned, just find it weird that my jeans are baggy. I need to add muscle like you mentioned. I'm 63, muscle is what will help keep me out of nursing homes and rehab!
May l ask how much Berberine you take?
Yeah I’m in Contrave which is a pill, in Michigan USA, and it’s the same thing, all the sudden I feel full, satisfied, and with my ADD I feel like I can concentrate at work better because in addition to my Adderall the Contrave contains craving control and Wellbutrin, and IDK I swear I can concentrate better….I can’t go without the adderall all together though. The only side effects are constipation…. 😬
I had the same response it’s made my mind quiet and helped me get rid of the food noise
My first thought here is, do you work for the Mounjaro company. Is this a paid for or collaboration for this pharmaceutical company ?
40 lbs is a big difference! I’m excited to see what I look and feel like when I’ve gotten rid of the excess weight I’m working to get rid of.
Are you sure you're not insulin resistant? I feel the same as you have described (can't eat breakfast or I'll be hungry all day, constant food noise, always feeling unsettled, or queasy if I try to get into a calorie deficit). The only way I start to feel better is when I eat low carb or even keto. But eventually that stops working too as I get tired of restricting and start craving carbs (and/or eating a ton of processed "keto treats"). I have tried different things to get my hormones leveled out but it's all so confusing (grelin? leptin?) All I know is that before I turned 40 I could just make a few minor changes to my diet and I would easily lose weight. Now I'm 52 and it's been a battle for the past 10 years. I have to work out and watch what I eat just to stay 20 pounds overweight while also still feeling cravings all the time. This kind of medication sounds like it would work for me but I've heard too many horror stories. But I'm glad it works for you :)
You absolutely have to do what’s right for you. And with insulin resistance- I don’t have have type 2 diabetes but I do have type 1 in the family- so I’ve frequently checked my own blood sugars over the years- which are usually quite low- never had anything borderline- my hba1c is very low and insulin levels are low end normal. A glucose tolerance test in pregnancy- due to family history- was also very far away from problematic.
I have no idea what a glp1 is. I felt like I was going to lose my mind trying to listen to this. Good for you whatever you did.
Some people will never understand how these work bc they don't have the same mental fog or missing piece of the puzzle that some of us have. This increase in glp1s has changed my mental state around food. What once felt like a white knuckle struggle all day, every day has released and my mind feels so free and at peace. People can say "oh just discipline yourself" all day long but that tells me you have no idea what goes on in my brain when it comes to food because, thankfully you don't experience what I experienced before glp1s. No they aren't for everyone and they need to be kept in low dose and not abused. A good diet and workout regime is the ideal successful combination but this was the key to setting my brain free. I don't regret a single dose. 35 pounds lost in 25 weeks is great but the mind clarity i have is even better. If you don't understand or believe it, be thankful you don't have to... But to those of us who know, we know, and I am thankful.
You look 10-15 years younger. What a transformation. Looking great and no doubt feeling good too. Well done.
I don’t know you and never watched any other videos of yours, but I am so happy for you and I love this for you! You seem very happy about your results and I love to see it!
I lost 66lbs in ten and a half weeks. My way worked for me. Now it's steady because I walk 15000 steps a day no weight gain
Funny thing when you were talking about how you were always hungry my thought was you need to try a glp1. Because that’s what it gets rid of that food noise
I am happy that you have found your answer. I snack because if I don't my stomach hurts. So I understand. Do you think we break our ability to eat intuitively when we diet so much at a younger age?
The feelings your describing the way food helps you is the dopamine feel good aspect . A concept with neurodiversity that exploring can help you make more sense. As I'm listening to you more and more I can see why exploring this will help you to make sense of your lived experience
Totally agree.
Happy you found something that worked for you! Thanks for sharing.
Hi Emma, I absolutely loved watching your video today - and it's just what I needed to hear. I have so much in common with your own experience, including hypothyroidism. I have a question if you don't mind: Is Mounjaro available on the NHS? (I am a prime candidate). If not, would you be able to recommend any private clinics in central London where I could have it prescribed to me after consultation? Is it very expensive? Thanks so much for sharing your experience - it would mean the world to me to improve my health and chronic illnesses this coming year. x
Mounjaro will be coming to the NHS next year- but for people who meet a specific criteria and the roll out is expected to take years. in my next video I'm going to talk about how to find a clinic and things to consider x
Thankyou for your video, iv recently started the mounjaro a week ago and feel exactly the same as yourself, i feel completely different. I finish week one tomorrow so it will be interesting to see how i get on. 😊
I lost 3 dress sizes (the equivalent of losing 3 stone) in 6 weeks by eating 1500 calories of my usual plant exclusive diet and walking 20k steps in the form of 2 x 90 inute walks daily
Do you know much about liopedema Emma? I’m stage 3. I just started mounjaro today. I have read that mounjaro helps manage inflammation and the pain that lipoedema causes. I’m so hoping This is the case for me. I also hope I’m able to shed some weight
definitely I can relate. it’s like this video was made for me.
the brain chatter I have around food is exhausting for me, and I eat to feel normal bc ill be feeling like a void or deficient, i’d thought it was emotional eating.
def going to pay more attention to journaling.
❤🎉 I relate to your experience completely.
I am 64years. I have done Fasting for many years but over 60y changes the fame.
I have been doing Metabolic Balance for years, so I know my food & amount to eat for ME - but after the initial weight loss, the tiniest amount of ''rubbish food" and it was bang on back.
3 weeks on Mounjaro, and I do feel amazing. Although I haven't lost weight, I am losing inches. Belly is going down very slowly.
I got my food sorted and can just focus on drinking water naturally now and focus on LIFE!!🌸
Everything in the world just makes sense now. 🤩
Yeah I’m in Contrave which is a pill, in Michigan USA, and it’s the same thing, all the sudden I feel full, satisfied, and with my ADD I feel like I can concentrate at work better because in addition to my Adderall the Contrave contains craving control and Wellbutrin, and IDK I swear I can concentrate better….I can’t go without the adderall all together though. The only side effects are constipation…. 😬 then they added Topomax for migraines and weight loss but I really have to take that when I’m getting eight hours of sleep because The cognitive side effects are real. I was so out of it, so now I only take the topomax on my days off, but I’ve lost 48 pounds in about six months.
I wish you could've included a photo of what you used to look like because as a morbidly obese person you look very slim to me.
You look amazing and healthy ❤ Great inspiration 🎉
Thank you x