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2025.01.22 04:30 stellaonfourth Mari getting exposed on TikTok
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2025.01.22 05:59 axel751 Preparing for our honeymoon
so hopefully someone can shed some light on this, my wife and I are headed to japan at the end of march hopefully for blossom season, we’re planning on staying for two weeks. i understand japan can be super strict when it comes to medications and im wondering if any of my meds fall under a prohibited category(mainly worried about my tramacet) or require special documentation. full list is below.
any and all advice is greatly appreciated as this is something we’ve both been dreaming of doing, and i think it’s finally happening!!!!! Thanks in advance
list of medications - Symbicort two inhales twice daily - salbutamol rescue inhaler as needed - pantoprazole once daily - celecoxib once daily - rosuvistatin once nightly - duloxitine once daily - tramadol once daily when needed - Ozempic once weekly - CPAP machine
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any and all advice is greatly appreciated as this is something we’ve both been dreaming of doing, and i think it’s finally happening!!!!! Thanks in advance
list of medications - Symbicort two inhales twice daily - salbutamol rescue inhaler as needed - pantoprazole once daily - celecoxib once daily - rosuvistatin once nightly - duloxitine once daily - tramadol once daily when needed - Ozempic once weekly - CPAP machine
2025.01.22 03:05 Sufficient_Path_7877 I just took my IUD out today after almost 20 years of hormonal BC. I’ve been having so many symptoms I’m hoping clear up, what has your experience been like after going off bc?
I’m a 35 F and finally made the decision to remove my IUD and stay off hormonal BC. I’ve been on the pill since I was 18 and then switched to the mirena iud in 2018. I’ve been experiencing body aches, swelling, bloating, brain fog like crazy, irritability, mood swings and the worst fatigue but no ability to fall asleep. And let’s not forget the 30lbs weight gain over the last 3 years I can’t lose no matter what (I life weights, do Solidcore and cardio, I live in a calorie deficit and have even tried ozempic and NOTHING budged the weight. My thyroid is fine)
Doctors have been telling me it’s not my BC because there’s no evidence linking the iud to any of these side effects. I finally found an NP today who was on my side and was happy to remove it.
If you’re willing, I’d love to hear your experience in the short and long term transitioning off hormonal BC. TIA ❤️
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Doctors have been telling me it’s not my BC because there’s no evidence linking the iud to any of these side effects. I finally found an NP today who was on my side and was happy to remove it.
If you’re willing, I’d love to hear your experience in the short and long term transitioning off hormonal BC. TIA ❤️
2025.01.22 05:30 Becka_swan Increased dose - hunger increased?
I have been on Oz for 10 months, and have lost 23 lbs. I had hit a bit of a plateau and have about another 20 to lose so I recently went up in dose from 1.0 mg to 1.5 (with my doctor's instruction), and I am finding myself SO hungry this week. I obviously expected the opposite.
Has anyone else had this happen? Did it subside? I'm hoping it's just a transition effect.
Thanks!
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Has anyone else had this happen? Did it subside? I'm hoping it's just a transition effect.
Thanks!
2025.01.22 06:24 CoachBinca GLP-1s and PCOS: How They Work Together
I was diagnosed with PCOS when I was 15 years old and I’m now 36. Which means it only took me 21 years to finally find something that’s finally helping me manage my PCOS.
For me, it was a GLP-1 medication. Believe me when I tell you, I have tried everything. Every diet, every supplement, every doctor, every prayer. I’ve spent a fortune on doctors and specialists over the years.
The weight was the main thing that originally drew my attention to something being wrong. Before starting tirzepatide (a GLP-1 medication) I was at the highest weight I’d ever been (despite low calorie diets and exercise) but almost yearly there was a cancer scare, liver disease, or heart concerns.
Fun fact: did you know that the prevalence for Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease in women with PCOS is as high as 70%? Even women with lean PCOS have increased odds.
Yes, I wanted to lose weight. I won’t apologize for that. But I also just wanted to get any semblance of control of my health again because it was starting to feel like a runaway train. Google PCOS side effects, I had them. Of course, I heard about these magic weight loss meds, but when I researched them there wasn’t much information beyond the appetite suppressant qualities that lead to weight loss. So I dismissed them. I don’t over eat. I know every internet Chad is ready to argue with me about that, but I was a diligent “eat less, exercise more” soldier.
I was slightly offended when my midwife suggested I try a GLP-1. Does she not believe me when I tell her I’m not eating thousands and thousands of calories a day?! She explained that while a lot of people are using GLP-1s like Ozempic or Mounjaro to help suppress their appetite for weight loss, these hormonal peptides do a lot more metabolically to support someone than simply making them want to eat less.
But I had heard about all of these horrifying side effects like significant muscle loss, thyroid cancer, hair loss, stomach paralysis. How safe could these drugs actually be?
I grew up in a very pro-alternative health care family and I’m wired to be all things anti-pharmaceutical. Accepting the possibility of a GLP-1 was a truly difficult pill for me to swallow. I have since done a lot of research to understand as much as I humanly, possibly can about GLP-1s. I really had to dig to learn what I have and now I would like to share everything I now know and everything I will learn about these meds.
I changed my mind about these meds and I’m really glad I did because for the first time in 20 years, my PCOS is not controlling me.
How GLP-1s Work
The media loves to focus on the appetite suppression and weight loss aspect of the drug, which does play a role in PCOS management, but it’s not the primary way it aids those with PCOS. I'm going to focus on 3 out of 6 of the metabolic processes a GLP-1 supports for purposes of this conversation.
Whenever you eat, your blood sugar will start to rise. Carbohydrates typically have the most significant effect on blood sugar but even protein has a small effect. The GLP-1 hormone acts like a metabolic traffic controller and works to regulate the insulin/blood sugar process. When food enters the digestive tract your body triggers specialized cells called L-Cells to release GLP-1.
First, the GLP-1 will signal the pancreas to start producing insulin, a hormone responsible for converting glucose into energy. Insulin binds to receptors on muscles, liver, gut, brain, and fat cells, opening channels that allow glucose (sugar) to move from the bloodstream into the cells, where it can be used for energy.
PCOS is commonly associated with insulin resistance, where cells do not respond efficiently to insulin. Initially, the pancreas compensates by producing more insulin (hyperinsulinemia) to try to overcome this resistance. Over time, this can lead to beta cell dysfunction and potentially a decline in insulin production.
If the problem is, in part, too much insulin, why does a GLP-1’s ability to signal more insulin from the pancreas benefit insulin resistance? The key is that GLP-1 stimulates insulin release only when glucose levels are elevated. This is crucial because it helps the body release insulin in a more physiological manner, mimicking a healthy response to food intake. Unlike the constant, non-glucose-dependent insulin secretion seen in insulin resistance, GLP-1 helps restore a more balanced and regulated insulin response, reducing overall hyperinsulinemia.
Next, GLP-1 hormones also suppress glucagon release. Glucagon is a hormone produced by your pancreas that releases stored glucose, in the form of glycogen, from your liver. The body uses this hormone to ensure blood sugars don’t dip too low (which would be life threatening) but in the case of PCOS this metabolic process can also be disrupted.
In insulin resistance, the normal suppression of glucagon by insulin can be impaired. This means that glucagon may continue to stimulate the liver to release glucose even when insulin levels are high, further exacerbating hyperglycemia and the insulin resistance cycle. GLP-1s help by restoring the appropriate suppression of glucagon.
Therefore, more sugar is entering the body even when food is not necessarily being consumed and only furthers the insulin resistance cycle.
GLP-1's suppression of glucagon is also glucose-dependent, meaning it primarily suppresses glucagon when glucose levels are elevated. This prevents excessive glucagon suppression and the risk of hypoglycemia. This targeted suppression contributes to better overall glucose control.
And third, GLP-1s have a protective effect on the pancreatic beta cells which produce insulin. This is relevant to PCOS because in the case of insulin resistance, the body is being signaled to produce more insulin than is necessary and they’re more susceptible to being burnt out.
Naturally occurring GLP-1 hormones only have a 1-2 minute half life. Our bodies utilize an enzyme called DPP-4 which breaks down the GLP-1s.
However, synthetic forms of GLP-1s (like Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, etc) are designed to resist the DPP-4 enzyme allowing an extended half life of (most commonly) 7 days. That allows someone with PCOS to prolong all the benefits of a GLP-1.
Are you already taking a GLP-1? How’s it been for you? Or are you on the fence?
Was this helpful? Tell me what you want to talk about next!
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For me, it was a GLP-1 medication. Believe me when I tell you, I have tried everything. Every diet, every supplement, every doctor, every prayer. I’ve spent a fortune on doctors and specialists over the years.
The weight was the main thing that originally drew my attention to something being wrong. Before starting tirzepatide (a GLP-1 medication) I was at the highest weight I’d ever been (despite low calorie diets and exercise) but almost yearly there was a cancer scare, liver disease, or heart concerns.
Fun fact: did you know that the prevalence for Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease in women with PCOS is as high as 70%? Even women with lean PCOS have increased odds.
Yes, I wanted to lose weight. I won’t apologize for that. But I also just wanted to get any semblance of control of my health again because it was starting to feel like a runaway train. Google PCOS side effects, I had them. Of course, I heard about these magic weight loss meds, but when I researched them there wasn’t much information beyond the appetite suppressant qualities that lead to weight loss. So I dismissed them. I don’t over eat. I know every internet Chad is ready to argue with me about that, but I was a diligent “eat less, exercise more” soldier.
I was slightly offended when my midwife suggested I try a GLP-1. Does she not believe me when I tell her I’m not eating thousands and thousands of calories a day?! She explained that while a lot of people are using GLP-1s like Ozempic or Mounjaro to help suppress their appetite for weight loss, these hormonal peptides do a lot more metabolically to support someone than simply making them want to eat less.
But I had heard about all of these horrifying side effects like significant muscle loss, thyroid cancer, hair loss, stomach paralysis. How safe could these drugs actually be?
I grew up in a very pro-alternative health care family and I’m wired to be all things anti-pharmaceutical. Accepting the possibility of a GLP-1 was a truly difficult pill for me to swallow. I have since done a lot of research to understand as much as I humanly, possibly can about GLP-1s. I really had to dig to learn what I have and now I would like to share everything I now know and everything I will learn about these meds.
I changed my mind about these meds and I’m really glad I did because for the first time in 20 years, my PCOS is not controlling me.
How GLP-1s Work
The media loves to focus on the appetite suppression and weight loss aspect of the drug, which does play a role in PCOS management, but it’s not the primary way it aids those with PCOS. I'm going to focus on 3 out of 6 of the metabolic processes a GLP-1 supports for purposes of this conversation.
Whenever you eat, your blood sugar will start to rise. Carbohydrates typically have the most significant effect on blood sugar but even protein has a small effect. The GLP-1 hormone acts like a metabolic traffic controller and works to regulate the insulin/blood sugar process. When food enters the digestive tract your body triggers specialized cells called L-Cells to release GLP-1.
First, the GLP-1 will signal the pancreas to start producing insulin, a hormone responsible for converting glucose into energy. Insulin binds to receptors on muscles, liver, gut, brain, and fat cells, opening channels that allow glucose (sugar) to move from the bloodstream into the cells, where it can be used for energy.
PCOS is commonly associated with insulin resistance, where cells do not respond efficiently to insulin. Initially, the pancreas compensates by producing more insulin (hyperinsulinemia) to try to overcome this resistance. Over time, this can lead to beta cell dysfunction and potentially a decline in insulin production.
If the problem is, in part, too much insulin, why does a GLP-1’s ability to signal more insulin from the pancreas benefit insulin resistance? The key is that GLP-1 stimulates insulin release only when glucose levels are elevated. This is crucial because it helps the body release insulin in a more physiological manner, mimicking a healthy response to food intake. Unlike the constant, non-glucose-dependent insulin secretion seen in insulin resistance, GLP-1 helps restore a more balanced and regulated insulin response, reducing overall hyperinsulinemia.
Next, GLP-1 hormones also suppress glucagon release. Glucagon is a hormone produced by your pancreas that releases stored glucose, in the form of glycogen, from your liver. The body uses this hormone to ensure blood sugars don’t dip too low (which would be life threatening) but in the case of PCOS this metabolic process can also be disrupted.
In insulin resistance, the normal suppression of glucagon by insulin can be impaired. This means that glucagon may continue to stimulate the liver to release glucose even when insulin levels are high, further exacerbating hyperglycemia and the insulin resistance cycle. GLP-1s help by restoring the appropriate suppression of glucagon.
Therefore, more sugar is entering the body even when food is not necessarily being consumed and only furthers the insulin resistance cycle.
GLP-1's suppression of glucagon is also glucose-dependent, meaning it primarily suppresses glucagon when glucose levels are elevated. This prevents excessive glucagon suppression and the risk of hypoglycemia. This targeted suppression contributes to better overall glucose control.
And third, GLP-1s have a protective effect on the pancreatic beta cells which produce insulin. This is relevant to PCOS because in the case of insulin resistance, the body is being signaled to produce more insulin than is necessary and they’re more susceptible to being burnt out.
Naturally occurring GLP-1 hormones only have a 1-2 minute half life. Our bodies utilize an enzyme called DPP-4 which breaks down the GLP-1s.
However, synthetic forms of GLP-1s (like Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, etc) are designed to resist the DPP-4 enzyme allowing an extended half life of (most commonly) 7 days. That allows someone with PCOS to prolong all the benefits of a GLP-1.
Are you already taking a GLP-1? How’s it been for you? Or are you on the fence?
Was this helpful? Tell me what you want to talk about next!
2025.01.22 03:48 Musical__Angel First Dose
Took my first dose, any advice?
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2025.01.22 02:40 meh46272 Blah
Anyone else on ozempic or monjaro? I can’t drink anymore and enjoy it. Trying out kratom. Any suggestions of brand and type would be good. Need relaxation. Going with club 13 Bali red right now.
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2025.01.22 02:04 Tough_Example_4387 Down 14lbs in 4.5 months. Just got the ok from my Endo to go up to 2mg.
Not necessarily a success story just yet, although my A1C is the lowest it’s been since 2022. Really looking forward to the weight loss that will come with 2mg. I feel healthier and have been walking more these past couple months. Just needing to cement it as a nonnegotiable habit. I cannot wait to be who I envisioned myself to be before I started taking this med.
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2025.01.22 05:15 wyolove89 Tapering off?
I’m going to talk to my doctor as soon as possible but I’ve decided to stop taking Ozempic due to some kidney issues that may be caused by it. Do you have to taper off a 1.25 dose or can I just not take it and be fine? Wanted to reach out here in case I can’t get in to my doctor before my next dose.
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2025.01.22 02:15 046ix 6 Months (55lb/25kg down)
Exactly 6 months into my journey with Mounjaro so thought I’d post about my experience as I enjoy reading other people’s success stories!
For context, I lived in North America for a few years, and was prescribed Ozempic back in late 2022. I was on it for just over a year and went from my highest weight of 282lb down to 226lb (56lb/25.4kg loss). I lost most of that within the first 6 months on Ozempic and then found that I yo-yoed between 225 and 235lb my last 6 months on it - loss plateaued and I wasn’t able to make any progress.
When I moved back to the UK, I tried going down the NHS route for Wegovy but after a referral from my GP, was told that my BMI wasn’t high enough to be considered (BMI was around 36 at the time).
I then spent 6 months without using any medication and did gain some of the weight back (admittedly, I could have exercised more / made some smarter food choices). I gained about 17lb in those 6 months and found that the food noise had started to return and I was finding it more difficult to avoid overeating. After what felt like months of relentless targeted insta ads, I decided to try one of the providers and started Mounjaro on July 21st.
It has felt completely different to my Ozempic experience. The appetite suppression has been a lot more effective and having weighed in at 243lb on the day I started my shots, I weighed in today at 188lb - a loss of 55lb! The lowest I’ve weighed in about 6 years.
My goal is to lose another 23lb before I look into maintenance, but will be keeping an eye on the scales as I lose the next few lbs as I want to make sure I don’t lose too much to the point I stop feeling like myself!
Overall a very positive experience!
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For context, I lived in North America for a few years, and was prescribed Ozempic back in late 2022. I was on it for just over a year and went from my highest weight of 282lb down to 226lb (56lb/25.4kg loss). I lost most of that within the first 6 months on Ozempic and then found that I yo-yoed between 225 and 235lb my last 6 months on it - loss plateaued and I wasn’t able to make any progress.
When I moved back to the UK, I tried going down the NHS route for Wegovy but after a referral from my GP, was told that my BMI wasn’t high enough to be considered (BMI was around 36 at the time).
I then spent 6 months without using any medication and did gain some of the weight back (admittedly, I could have exercised more / made some smarter food choices). I gained about 17lb in those 6 months and found that the food noise had started to return and I was finding it more difficult to avoid overeating. After what felt like months of relentless targeted insta ads, I decided to try one of the providers and started Mounjaro on July 21st.
It has felt completely different to my Ozempic experience. The appetite suppression has been a lot more effective and having weighed in at 243lb on the day I started my shots, I weighed in today at 188lb - a loss of 55lb! The lowest I’ve weighed in about 6 years.
My goal is to lose another 23lb before I look into maintenance, but will be keeping an eye on the scales as I lose the next few lbs as I want to make sure I don’t lose too much to the point I stop feeling like myself!
Overall a very positive experience!
2025.01.22 05:09 MooseRevolutionary70 How is Ashley not on Ozempic?
I’m not saying I agree with using semi glutide for weight loss- I don’t and it takes away from diabetics (which by looking at ash she might be but that’s neither here nor there) but Ashley is not exactly one for being one of high morality so I’m confused.
Why would Ashley Trevino not be on Ozempic now that she has all this money? She obviously cares about how she looks (nails, extensions, lashes…) but I’ve never heard her even complain about her weight.
I’m a VERY new watcher- she’s very confusing to me. Also maybe she is on Ozempic idk just just doesn’t seem to be losing weight. That said, I do know one girl who is on it and she isn’t losing weight..so who knows.
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Why would Ashley Trevino not be on Ozempic now that she has all this money? She obviously cares about how she looks (nails, extensions, lashes…) but I’ve never heard her even complain about her weight.
I’m a VERY new watcher- she’s very confusing to me. Also maybe she is on Ozempic idk just just doesn’t seem to be losing weight. That said, I do know one girl who is on it and she isn’t losing weight..so who knows.
2025.01.22 05:20 subashbusiness95 Kelly Clarkson's 40lb Loss: The Ozempic-Free Method That Shocked Doctors
Kelly Clarkson's Weight Loss Journey: How She Lost 40 Pounds
I've been following Kelly Clarkson for years, and her recent transformation has everyone talking. The singer looks amazing, but more importantly, she's glowing with confidence. Let me tell you the whole story about how she did it.Kelly Clarkson's Weight Loss Timeline
Kelly started her weight loss journey quietly in 2022. I noticed she was looking different during her talk show appearances. By early 2023, people couldn't stop talking about how much she'd changed. The transformation wasn't just quick - it was really noticeable.She first showed off her new look at The Voice, where everyone saw a slimmer, more energetic Kelly. I remember watching that episode and barely recognizing her! The changes kept coming through 2023, and now she's down about 40 pounds.
The Secret Behind Kelly's Transformation
I learned that Kelly didn't follow any crazy diets. Instead, she made smart food choices. She stopped eating processed stuff and started eating lots of protein and vegetables. It's pretty simple when you think about it.Here's what she did:
- Ate more whole foods
- Cut back on sugar
- Had smaller portions
- Drank lots of water
- Made time for regular meals
Understanding Kelly's Health-First Approach
Kelly worked with doctors to make sure everything was safe. I think that's super important. She didn't just want to lose weight - she wanted to feel better too. Her thyroid condition meant she needed special care with her diet changes.She started walking more and doing fun exercises she actually enjoyed. That's what made it stick! No fancy gym memberships or crazy workout plans. Just simple, everyday movement that anyone can do.
Kelly's Mental Health and Body Positivity Journey
The best part about Kelly's story is how she talks about feeling good. She doesn't care about being super skinny. I love that she focuses on health instead of numbers on a scale. She tells her fans that everyone's journey is different.Kelly shared some really honest stuff about dealing with mean comments. She said: "I've been every size there is, and I'm just happy where I am." That made me feel better about my own journey too.
Expert Analysis of Kelly's Weight Loss Method
Doctors say Kelly's approach is really smart. They like how she:- Made slow, steady changes
- Worked with medical professionals
- Focused on sustainable habits
- Kept her mental health in mind
- Didn't try crash diets
Final Thoughts
Kelly Clarkson's weight loss story isn't about quick fixes. It's about making changes you can stick with forever. She showed us that feeling good is more important than looking a certain way.Remember, everyone's body is different. What worked for Kelly might not work exactly the same for you. But her healthy approach is something we can all learn from.
