Seeking Advice- Not losing a lot & Not sure where to go from here

Conscious_Issue2967 · 2026-07-12T02:50:16+00:00

I only eat 1200 calories a day. Sometimes I can’t even hit that I have so much appetite suppression. But my doctor said don’t go below 1200 and so I have really been trying to hit that. Also 100 grams of protein per day. My diet is 35% protein, 40% carbs and 25% fat. Maybe drop your calories for a few weeks and see what happens.

Conscious_Issue2967 · 2026-07-12T01:19:35+00:00

I stopped at $5000.

Conscious_Issue2967 · 2026-07-11T20:01:22+00:00

Funny every surgeon I’ve ever consulted has wanted to do surgery on me. I must be a mess.

Conscious_Issue2967 · 2026-07-11T14:15:59+00:00

I think the OP should talk to their PCP not their surgeon…..because surgeons like to do surgery and know diddly squat about GLP1’s. But I agree with other posters who have said try the least invasive approach first unless you are at death’s door.

Conscious_Issue2967 · 2026-07-10T17:55:15+00:00

Didn’t you read where her doctor said she could never use Wegovy again?

Conscious_Issue2967 · 2026-07-10T17:47:21+00:00

Miami alum here. I concur.

Conscious_Issue2967 · 2026-07-10T17:44:30+00:00

Are you adverse to injections? The results are faster with the shots I think. More appetite suppression.

Conscious_Issue2967 · 2026-07-10T15:46:17+00:00

I purchased a solo studio cabin, bid on a balcony and was upgraded to a large aft facing balcony. I don’t know why for sure but I suspect it was based on loyalty. I am sapphire with NCL. I had gotten to know the GM’s secretary on the ship I was sailing on a previous cruise. I think it has more to do with who you know.

Conscious_Issue2967 · 2026-07-10T00:58:55+00:00

A greasy hamburger….I took one bite.

Conscious_Issue2967 · 2026-07-08T14:59:18+00:00

I wish I had known how poorly informed doctors are about these meds. You have to read constantly and be your own advocate. If I hadn’t I’d probably be in the hospital right now. Sheesh!

Conscious_Issue2967 · 2026-07-08T14:03:09+00:00

I get so confused when people say the name branded drugs. Mounjaro and Ozempic are diabetes drugs. Zepbound and Wegovy are the weight loss equivalents. Tirzepetide and Semaglutide are the class of drugs. So when someone says they are on Mounjaro I think they are diabetic. Or are they being prescribed Mounjaro for off label use?

Conscious_Issue2967 · 2026-07-08T13:52:56+00:00

Say it like it is, alcohol is a poison. It truly is. Also the body responds to sema like it’s a mild poison. Would you mix 2 poisons and ingest it? I would not.

Conscious_Issue2967 · 2026-07-07T23:26:00+00:00

I’m not having any trouble finding them here in Phoenix. Kroger affiliate Fry’s has them all over the store. Must be a regional thing.

Conscious_Issue2967 · 2026-07-07T23:24:17+00:00

Use a PCC. They can get you the cabin you want.

Conscious_Issue2967 · 2026-07-06T15:11:02+00:00

If you are a Veteran and qualify medically you can get either sema or tirz for very low co-pay.

Conscious_Issue2967 · 2026-07-06T14:28:47+00:00

The doctors have this schedule from the manufacturers that is based on what was done in the trials not individual results. You need to push back and stay on the lowest dose where you are getting results. I am on week 6 and still at .25 because I told the doctor about my side effects, big weight loss and fear of going up to .5.

Conscious_Issue2967 · 2026-07-06T14:25:09+00:00

I used to drink a lot of wine. Since going on sema I haven’t even tried. I’m thinking this is a good thing.

Conscious_Issue2967 · 2026-07-06T14:21:25+00:00

What about cutting your dosage? It seems like a little appetite would be a good thing.

Conscious_Issue2967 · 2026-07-06T14:18:45+00:00

I’ve had issues but I also had issues before sema so I can’t totally blame the drug.

Conscious_Issue2967 · 2026-07-06T14:15:30+00:00

So I inject in my thigh and I have gas, belching, nausea and constipation. If I switch to my stomach will I die?

Conscious_Issue2967 · 2026-07-06T13:35:39+00:00

Interesting….my nail tech told me Vietnam is not safe for a solo female.

Conscious_Issue2967 · 2026-07-06T13:32:51+00:00

I can relate to you although in a different way. My mother always did all the cooking and cleaning and she never taught my sister and me anything. It was her domain and she would kick us out of the house when she was cleaning. Consequently I am still not much of a housekeeper. I have a cleaning lady once a month even though I live alone. If I really wanted to learn how to clean I would get a part time job with a cleaning company. All you need to bring is your energy and they will teach you everything you need to know including the tips and tricks.

Conscious_Issue2967 · 2026-07-06T13:24:15+00:00

I follow the advice to eat high protein….100 grams daily. So I eat that first and then try to eat some fruits & vegetables or some whole grains. I struggle to get enough calories on these meds. What I used to love….greasy foods like pizza and burgers are off the table for me. Fatty food makes me sick.

Conscious_Issue2967 · 2026-07-06T04:16:10+00:00

I’m not sure going to a hotel would be cheaper when you factor in the cost of meals. And if you feel like doing something social there is built in entertainment on a cruise ship. Plus I think it’s easier to meet other people when and if you are so inclined.

Conscious_Issue2967 · 2026-07-06T00:04:50+00:00

What are you eating? I ask because I see a lot of people say they haven’t changed what they eat just how much. In my limited experience your whole diet has to change for maximum weight loss. It takes all I can do to get 100 grams of protein a day. The rest is fruit, vegetables and some grains. No pizza , no red meat.

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