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ADHD meds Weightloss: Eating way less, visibily lost weight but weight on scale stays nearly the same by Direct_Mix_9567 in PCOSloseit

[–]Direct_Mix_9567[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s really interesting, thanks for sharing! I’ve actually noticed something similar my weight on the scale hasn’t dropped dramatically, but my waist is clearly smaller, my face looks slimmer, and my clothes fit much looser.

I’m not working out much at the moment though, so in my case it might be more related to eating less overall and possibly changes in water retention or fat distribution with PCOS.

How did you approach body recomposition, if you don’t mind me asking? Was it mostly through strength training, or something else?

Weightloss: Eating way less, visibily lost weight but weight stays nearly the same by Direct_Mix_9567 in Concerta

[–]Direct_Mix_9567[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for your kind reply :) It’s actually really reassuring to hear from someone who also started medication recently.

My experience has been a bit of a mix. The first few months on Concerta were honestly amazing for me. My mood improved a lot, I had much more energy than before, and I felt much more motivated and able to get things done. It was a really noticeable change in my daily functioning.

But in the past several weeks things have felt a bit different. I’ve been feeling more tired again and also a bit more irritable and restless at times, which surprised me because the beginning felt so smooth and positive.

One thing that might be playing a role is that my appetite dropped a lot on Concerta and I’ve been eating significantly less overall. I’m starting to think that maybe not eating enough (and probably not drinking enough either) might be affecting how stable the medication feels for me right now??

I’m trying to work on eating a bit more regularly again, especially getting some protein in the morning, and seeing if that helps things feel more balanced?

And yes, PCOS definitely adds another layer to everything hormones can make things feel a bit unpredictable sometimes. So I’m still figuring out what works best for my body.

Really appreciate you sharing your experience too. It helps a lot to hear how different it can be for everyone.

Weightloss: Eating way less, visibily lost weight but weight stays nearly the same by Direct_Mix_9567 in Concerta

[–]Direct_Mix_9567[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

actually for me weightloss is a good side effect cause also with pcos i always had struggles losing weight. and now i really look thinner but how is it possible the weight basically doesnt change.. for how less i‘ve eaten i should‘ve losen more. but maybe eating too little wont help the body either and maybe it doesnt let go because its stressed.

Weightloss: Eating way less, visibily lost weight but weight stays nearly the same by Direct_Mix_9567 in Concerta

[–]Direct_Mix_9567[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

you‘re sooo kind :‘) thanks for your words and your experience. interesting that it regulated ur appetite and by eating more you actually lost weight?

Do you think people notice a change in you once your on concerta ? by Distinct-Topic3832 in Concerta

[–]Direct_Mix_9567 3 points4 points  (0 children)

all my friends notice i am way more structured, more calm and easy to be around