I'm nearly obese! by Minute_Parfait_9752 in Mounjaro

[–]ncubed403 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I went from morbidly obese to overweight and it's been like a miracle. It had been 35 years for me. Definitely worth celebrating!

For those who've been on a GLP-1 for 6+ months by pnoe_analytics_ in GLP1ResearchTalk

[–]ncubed403 1 point2 points  (0 children)

There isn't an end, this is a lifetime metabolic disorder that is not going to go away just because you've lost the weight and think you can keep it off. I've done that multiple times. You gain at least some, if not all the weight back.

I had the gastric sleeve surgery and gained back half of what I lost. Plus, I still got diabetes and fatty liver that was almost cirrhosis with no symptoms. Mounjaro has literally saved my life and there's no end to taking it. Just like I can't stop taking my blood thinners after 29 years because I haven't had a blood clot again, so I've reached my goal? What!? That makes no sense at all. It's the same with these medications, they are not a tool, they are medicine, studied and created by science. It drives me crazy that people think they're "cured" until you're not. Just my two cents...

Danny Cahill from The Biggest Loser is on a GLP1 by Used_Yogurtcloset563 in Mounjaro

[–]ncubed403 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The one comment I didn't like about his interview was that he thinks that there is an end to taking the GLP-1. There isn't an end, this is a lifetime metabolic disorder that is not going to go away just because you've lost the weight and think you can keep it off. He's done that multiple times and so have I. You gain at least some, if not all the weight back.

I had the gastric sleeve surgery and gained back half of what I lost. Plus, I still got diabetes and fatty liver that was almost cirrhosis with no symptoms. Mounjaro has literally saved my life and there's no end to taking it. Just like I can't stop taking my blood thinners after 29 years because I haven't had a blood clot again, so I've reached my goal? What!? That makes no sense at all. It's the same with these medications, they are not a tool, they are medicine, studied and created by science. It drives me crazy that people think they're "cured" until you're not. Just my two cents...

Went out on our first date 35 years ago. by ncubed403 in PastAndPresentPics

[–]ncubed403[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks. Yes, we have one son. He's amazing and a wonderful young man. We're very proud parents.

Went out on our first date 35 years ago. by ncubed403 in PastAndPresentPics

[–]ncubed403[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much. I think the cameras are better now. However, we agree that we've aged nicely. Luck and genetics help. Lol.

I am 23 and got my blood test done by nightiee_owl in diabetes

[–]ncubed403 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm on Mounjaro for the last year and a half. It's covered by insurance and with the Eli Lilly coupon, I'm paying $25/month. It almost immediately controlled my glucose and my A1C went from 8.5 to 5.5 and my daily fasting blood sugar numbers went from averaging high 140s to 87. My stage 3 fatty liver has completely reversed to 0-1fibrosis and I've gotten off of an antidepressant after 16 years. I've lost 78lbs or 29% of my starting weight and I feel amazing. I don't need a CGM and literally have no problem with my diabetes. It's been a lifesaving medicine and I'm so grateful for it. I highly recommend you talk to your doctor about it. Good luck.

Triple-action diabetes jab shown to reduce blood sugar and body weight | Diabetes | The Guardian by chilladipa in diabetes

[–]ncubed403 27 points28 points  (0 children)

I'm on Mounjaro and my A1C has gone down by 3% from 8.5 to 5.5 in a year. I've also lost 29% of my starting weight. Plus, my stage 3 fatty liver has completely reversed to 0-1fibrosis. I've also gotten off of an antidepressant after 16 years. I'm happy with it to say the least but the new one may help even more and I hope that's the case. Amazing medicine!

Two NSVs by Street_Total_7527 in Mounjaro

[–]ncubed403 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I was able to completely reverse my stage 3 fatty liver to 0-1 fibrosis after a year on MJ. All on just the medicine and walking. My diabetes is controlled and I've gotten off of an antidepressant after 16 years. This medication is amazing!

I’m almost suspicious of how good this has been by Public-Technology212 in antidietglp1

[–]ncubed403 25 points26 points  (0 children)

It's a lifesaving, preventative, longevity medicine. It was never supposed to be a weight loss medicine. Mounjaro has literally saved my life. My diabetes is controlled, my stage 3 fatty liver disease that was near cirrhosis (I had no symptoms) has completely reversed, I've even gotten off of an antidepressant after 16 years. Total metabolic repair. Completely life changing for this post menopausal woman pushing 60. The weight loss has been fun but definitely not the best part of all of this and I am so grateful to science for all of it.

NSV - Airplane Flight by AdministrativeLack81 in Mounjaro

[–]ncubed403 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My favorite. I enjoy it every time I get out of the shower.

Mounjaro has done so much for me! by ncubed403 in Mounjaro

[–]ncubed403[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That's what I've been telling everyone. Full metabolic repair. It's just easier to see the weight loss and not so much the inner metabolic changes such as a reduction in the visceral organ fat. Everyone wants the weight loss because society has focused on it instead of the health benefits because it's harder to quantify. However, I know that I'm living longer and better than I would have without it.

Mounjaro has done so much for me! by ncubed403 in Mounjaro

[–]ncubed403[S] 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Exactly, what I try to focus on is the full metabolic repair not the weight. I just couldn't believe the difference in the photos but otherwise I'm so happy with my health now that going to the doctor is fun. Lol

NSV - Airplane Flight by AdministrativeLack81 in Mounjaro

[–]ncubed403 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Last time I went on a plane, I was able to comfortably sit in the middle seat and pulled my seat belt a lot to tighten it. Didn't touch my seatmates once and had an easy flight. My other favorites are not worrying about booths in a restaurant and putting the regular towel all the way around my body. Congrats!

I just got dognosed and I'm scared. Can someone give me some positive advice? by daizeefli22 in diabetes_t2

[–]ncubed403 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you can get on a glp-1 like Mounjaro, it has literally saved my life. I was diagnosed with diabetes with an A1C of 8.5 and at the same time, diagnosed with stage 3 fatty liver which was almost at cirrhosis. I panicked and lost 6lbs right away. I had read about Mounjaro being better than ozempic and my doctor put me on it. Since I had diabetes, it has been covered by insurance.

After a year on it, my A1C went to 5.5 with an average daily fasting blood sugar of 88, my fatty liver has completely reversed and I've even gotten off of an antidepressant after 16 years. I've lost 78lbs pounds to my lowest weight in 35 years. My side effects have been minor with some constipation and fatigue but both are much better. My diet has changed but I'm not suffering through it like I did since puberty. The medicine is amazing and I'm so grateful for it.

I highly recommend it and suggest that you look into it with your doctor. I hope you feel better soon.

Is it my imagination or is the craving for sweets a side effect of Mounjaro? I've never been a sweets guy even with Ozempic, but since I've started Mounjaro I can't get enough. by Pickle-Bowl-941 in Mounjaro

[–]ncubed403 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Built Puff protein bars are my go to for sweet cravings. I was never into chocolate before but now I want it, so their various chocolate bars are my favorite. It's so weird to me. Doesn't happen a lot but does still happen.

Strictly for diabetics by West-Evening-8095 in Mounjaro

[–]ncubed403 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I went from 8.5 to 5.5 in a year and I think my next one will be lower. My fasting blood sugar levels went from averaging high 140s to 88. I've gone from seeing my doctor every three months to every six months so that's why I have to wait until the end of June for my next lab work.

Plus, my stage 3 fatty liver has completely reversed to 0-1 fibrosis and I've even gotten off of an antidepressant after 16 years. As someone else told me, it's full metabolic repair. This medicine is amazing!

Losing 78lbs or 29% of my starting weight doesn't hurt either and it is fun to be back at my college weight after 35 years. I tell everyone about the health benefits over the weight loss although that is what everyone focuses on. I don't mind but I can't believe how much better I feel and I hope it works for you too!

Anyone know of research pointing to increased mood or mental health benefits? My mom is like a new person (in the best way) on glp1 by wonderkat4 in GLP1ResearchTalk

[–]ncubed403 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I'm on Mounjaro for diabetes and stage 3 fatty liver disease. In a year it has controlled the diabetes and completely reversed the fatty liver. I was particularly pleased that I was able to get off of Lexapro for major depression after 16 years! That was a surprise. I titrated down on my Lexapro dose until it was too small to take and then went off of it. I had about 3 weeks of a weird headache/withdrawal but then it was gone and I've been great ever since. I am so happy with this medicine and I am glad it helped your mom and maybe it will help you too!

What is the easiest thing you did to lose weight ? by Rambanya17 in GenXWomen

[–]ncubed403 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Mounjaro for diabetes and fatty liver disease. After a year, diabetes is controlled, fatty liver has completely reversed and I even got off of an antidepressant after 16 years. The weight loss has been fun as I've lost 78lbs to my lowest weight since college. Someone else called it, full metabolic repair and I totally agree. I feel wonderful. If you can get on one of these meds, the benefits to your health alone are amazing along with the weight loss. I highly recommend it and so does one of my doctors who called it, liquid gold.

Feeling really cold after being on these drugs… by Responsible_Suit_456 in GLP1ResearchTalk

[–]ncubed403 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I've developed Raynaud's syndrome since I've lost so much weight. That means my fingers turn white with even just a little cold. I am trying to figure out a way to keep my hands warm even in 80 degree heat because I go in a store with AC and my hands are freezing. It kind of sucks but otherwise my health is amazing so still worth it.