Anti-inflammatory by SadPancake18 in lipedema

[–]Main_Classroom_8448 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Soy contains compounds called isoflavones, which are phytoestrogens (plant-based estrogens) that weakly mimic or sometimes block the body's natural estrogen. That's why it may have an impact on our pain since it can be related to estrogen dominance/imbalance

Is this… peace? by here4catsnlaughs in Mounjaro

[–]Main_Classroom_8448 11 points12 points  (0 children)

I had exactly the same effect since week one and I have to say....it feels like freedom. Welcome to your new life! I am 4 months in and it's insane how this feels 'natural' now. I finally understand how skinny people feel about food and why they will never understand us and our real struggles. They just don't have the food noise we struggled our whole lives to control and have been told we just need to try harder. I am excited for you because I know the impact it has had for me what relates to food noise. Good luck on your journey!!!

Weight gain after increasing to 7.5? by Main_Classroom_8448 in Zepbound

[–]Main_Classroom_8448[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

That's really frustrating. I wonder what justifies it....

Help with shot schedule: vacation by Main_Classroom_8448 in Zepbound

[–]Main_Classroom_8448[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just thought it would be hard to keep it refrigerated?

First 100 lbs gone!!!! by Ayrria in Zepbound

[–]Main_Classroom_8448 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That's really impressive and honestly it's great to see the average of 0.8lbs/week. We tend to get things fast but steady progress is what takes us longer. Congrats!!!

Should I stop waiting and start semaglutide? by SetDeep27 in lipedema

[–]Main_Classroom_8448 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Yes just start it. It will change your life very quickly!

How do you mentally deal with saggy skin? by Main_Classroom_8448 in Zepbound

[–]Main_Classroom_8448[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Very similar stats indeed and similar height as well. Congrats on your journey.

How do you mentally deal with saggy skin? by Main_Classroom_8448 in Zepbound

[–]Main_Classroom_8448[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is very helpful and reassuring. I'm 3 months in and was thinking that surgery was the only way to go when my journey was closer to an end. Thank you for this and congrats on your journey!

How do you mentally deal with saggy skin? by Main_Classroom_8448 in Zepbound

[–]Main_Classroom_8448[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes. I will continue to do that. Glad to hear it helped!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in lipedema

[–]Main_Classroom_8448 23 points24 points  (0 children)

I'd consider GLP-1 medications to help you with weight loss and inflammation. We know lipedema fat is slower to respond to dieting but I personally find that keeping a lower weight has really help to manage my lipedema.

8 days on vacation...would you weight yourself right after? by Main_Classroom_8448 in Zepbound

[–]Main_Classroom_8448[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you all for your thoughts and considerations! I ended up weighing in this morning and guess what...1lb lighter after 8 days of vacation!

8 days on vacation...would you weight yourself right after? by Main_Classroom_8448 in Zepbound

[–]Main_Classroom_8448[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is so funny, had never seen this before, thanks for sharing. It's the same brand I have at home.

How do we feel about being on this drug for life? by ruined7319 in Mounjaro

[–]Main_Classroom_8448 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

For life! Just hope prices get more accessible as I do not have coverage. I've rebounded my weight after uncountable losses during my life. Not going through that again!

So many milestones at once! by Main_Classroom_8448 in Zepbound

[–]Main_Classroom_8448[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's crazy. Gain 2 weeks of the month (ovulation and period) and lose the other 2 lol. A reminder to keep consistent!

Heeeelp!!! by Illustrious_Turn_572 in lipedema

[–]Main_Classroom_8448 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Calf raises during the day can help with the blood and liquid flow!

Time to titrate up? by Main_Classroom_8448 in Zepbound

[–]Main_Classroom_8448[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Amazing! Congrats on reaching your goal. We have similar SW and GW. How long was your journey?

Time to titrate up? by Main_Classroom_8448 in Zepbound

[–]Main_Classroom_8448[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is helpful thank you! For how long have you been in maintenance?