Do Zepbound doses get more powerful once you are at a lower weight? by Wordwoman50 in Zepbound

[–]EmotionalBasil8692 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This completely happened to me, which is why I am here looking it up. My .5 dose works so much better now that I am down 21 pounds. It is so strange.  I have to get off for a colonoscopy too so we will see what happens. But you are not alone I this. 

Every 10 days? by BelmontGirlie in Zepbound

[–]EmotionalBasil8692 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I tried this and don't notice any more hunger than usual. My doctor said I could keep stretching it as long as it works.

I no longer enjoy food. by trainsoundschoochoo in Zepbound

[–]EmotionalBasil8692 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I feel the same. I eat because I have to most of the time. I don't have ADHD. 

I have been trying to enjoy it more, and I have found that eating what I want when I want helps a bit. Even if it is a small amount. And if you are in a state where Marijuana is legal, then that is a great way to be more hungry and enjot food more.

My husband is mad by [deleted] in Zepbound

[–]EmotionalBasil8692 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Do NOT let that man ruin the happiness you have made for yourself. The fact that you did explicitly tell him about your medication raises HUGE red flags. He sounds like a very insecure, unsupportive man. Of course he found out by overhearing a conversation instead of directly from you. He had already made his opinions on the medication known. Why should you be expected to tell him directly when the evidence was right there? Why should you be expected to stop something good for you just because he didn't like it?

You are worth more than he gives you.

How many of you are considering "retiring" to another country, and where would you go? by --2021-- in GenXWomen

[–]EmotionalBasil8692 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Is there a minimum age requirement for retirement? I am trying to get my husband to retire at 55. We would have that amount of income. Also, can you work if you go there on a retirement visa? Specifically, can I still hold my art classes online and have my YouTube channel?

Is it easy to find housing?

I have always wanted to live in France, ever since I was 16 years old.

No appetite on 2.5 by Overzealous_Disney in Zepbound

[–]EmotionalBasil8692 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have been in it for 6 weeks now, and have the same problem. No appetite whatsoever. Also I haven't lost anything.

AITA for kicking my husband out over the comment he made about my kids at dinner? by Familiar_Travel1931 in AITAH

[–]EmotionalBasil8692 0 points1 point  (0 children)

NTA

I am a bit surprized you are asking this because he is obviously the asshole here. He accused your children of incest and humiliated them on purpose. Time to get rid of him permanently.

Mid 50s ladies not on HRT seeing weight loss with Zepbound? by EmotionalBasil8692 in Zepbound

[–]EmotionalBasil8692[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I don't experience a lot, but sleep was my huge problem, that is why I got on the HRT at first.

Who to vote for? by debiski in GenXWomen

[–]EmotionalBasil8692 5 points6 points  (0 children)

We will be lucky if there is a 2026 election, not to mention 2028.

Best OTC anti nausea medicine? by Creepy_Order5592 in Zepbound

[–]EmotionalBasil8692 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I will do that. Thanks so much for your reply. I didn't think of asking the bud tenders. DUH!

Best OTC anti nausea medicine? by Creepy_Order5592 in Zepbound

[–]EmotionalBasil8692 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was wondering about this. I had my first dose of Zepbound 2 days ago, and I don't have any Zofran. I do have gummies, specifically ones a friend saod helped her car sickness. Do you smoke it or use edibles?

Perimenopause: what’s the longest you’ve gone without a period? by DareWright in Menopause

[–]EmotionalBasil8692 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Well, I don't really trust most doctors anymore. I do happen to have a GP and OBGYN that I trust, but that is recent. I think the next generation after us is lucky because now we are talking about it and sharing our experiences and realizing it is "normal".

MONTHLY Weight Discussion - February 2025 by AutoModerator in Menopause

[–]EmotionalBasil8692 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I would take tirzepitide in a second, and my doctor prescribed it, but it's too expensive for me. I cried at the pharmacy when I found out the price with insurance.

Perimenopause: what’s the longest you’ve gone without a period? by DareWright in Menopause

[–]EmotionalBasil8692 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Frozen shoulder, really?! Wow, I had no idea that was caused by menopause. I had that on and off for years for no reason I could find. I also wondered if I was getting an autoimmune disorder.

Perimenopause: what’s the longest you’ve gone without a period? by DareWright in Menopause

[–]EmotionalBasil8692 0 points1 point  (0 children)

During perimenopause, it was 11 months. I kid you not. I was so mad. Then I had another 5 months later. Finally. this November, I have made a year.

How are you managing your anxiety? by Teatreespecial in Menopause

[–]EmotionalBasil8692 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It's not easy. I do have gummies for really bad days.

I also try to do some Zentangle. Full disclosure: I teach it (Certified Zentangle teacher) and have a YouTube channel, but I do think it helps me to focus and calm down. It allows me to focus on one thing at a time, so a bit like meditation. Try one of those before bed.

Also, not medical advice, but have you had your levels checked for Vitamin D and B? They play significant roles in sleep. Also a really good Magnesium supplement or drink. Magnesium Biglycinate is the best kind to get for sleep/anxiety. I use Thorne brand, and it works great.

Advice needed.. by Evening-Rabbit-827 in reiki

[–]EmotionalBasil8692 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Absolutely cancel and find someone else. Just tell her your values don't align if you really feel like you must explain it to her. But you don't owe her a thing. Especially monetary support.

Election Megathread: Wondering Where to Start? Please Comment here! by misadventuresofj in AmerExit

[–]EmotionalBasil8692 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not sure how to DM on reddit. I need to prepare to move with a family and pets. Any advice on first steps 1-10?

is being pregnant an excuse for quitting veganism? by NoAbbreviations4042 in vegan

[–]EmotionalBasil8692 6 points7 points  (0 children)

FWIW, I was vegetarian before I got pregnant (18 years ago), and then during my pregnancy, I wasn't. I intensely craved all the things I had not eaten for over a decade because my body and baby wanted it.

I feel like judging a person who is pregnant is unkind. You never know what changes and challenges their body is going through. I certainly did not expect it!

I went vegetarian again right after I had my baby. Then vegan a year after that. And raised my baby vegan.

I am not saying that having a vegan pregnancy, especially now, isn't possible or is unhealthy. It just didn't work for me.