November Mounjaro Starters

[Nowthereistwo]

Hi, I've just been prescribed Mounjaro and it's being dispatched in a few days.

So I was wondering if there were others starting soon who wanted to have a chat.

Could I take my shot after 5 days instead of 7?

Hi all,
Coming to join you. I have taken my first 2.5ml injection of mounjaro today. Weight has been steadily creeping up over the last few years and now at 38 have decided to do something drastic after years of yoyo dieting. At 5 foot 4 my starting weight is 18 stone. Hopefully this will be the thing that works for me. Looking forward to getting advice and tips from others on the same journey.

I think you’re not eating enough either, this is about 550 calories which may be enough for a fasting day but should be mixed up with other days closer to your TDEE. Starvation mode is a thing.

W2 D1

SW 16st
CW 15.9st

I have taken my 2nd injection at lunchtime today and already feeling some supression. To be honest I was a little disappointed with 4lb loss, with a bmi of 38.1 I expected more. But it is a loss nethertheless and a good loss for one week. Slow and steady is the way to go.

I learnt quite a bit this week, I am teetotal by choice, have been for a few years but my vice was always chocolate & fizzy drinks. I haven't had either for over 7 days, which is a miracle in itself.

Suppression stopped around day 4 for me, so it has taken a lot of willpower to avoid them. On day 5, all I could think about was chocolate. I started trying to convince myself that a small square wouldn't hurt, but for me, I know I am not the type of person who can walk away. So it's all or nothing for me... and I am choosing nothing.

I started drinking lots on the first few days, but by day 4, I was so frustrated with constantly needing to pee that i started drinking less. So, I'm trying to increase again.

I am beginning to realise I previously didn't drink enough and mistook thirst for dehydration.

I have enough money saved for 12 months . I am hiping to lose 6 stone in total and also want to use this as an opportunity to reset my cravings and relearn healthy eating and portion sizes after years of yoyo dieting.

I’ve just done my second 2.5mg jab tonight.
I ordered MJ from MedExpress on 31st Oct but due to delays it didn’t come til the Tuesday after. Hence my first jab being last Friday and second jab tonight.

Starting weight on 31st Oct was 19st 8lbs. Weighed myself this morning and I’m down to 18st 9lbs. Lost 13 lbs so far, so I’m pleased.

I’ve had some appetite suppression and haven’t snacked anywhere near as much as I used to. Feeling positive. Still got 7st to go so fingers crossed.

Well done to everyone on this thread, I rarely comment but just wanted to give you all a high five.

W2 D3 and the suppression hasn’t kicked in as much this week 😢, was less hungry on Tuesday before taking jab 2 on Weds. I am holding firm tonight but could easily crack the wine open and hoping it kicks back in tomorrow, it took from Weds to Friday evening last week and peaked on Sat/Sun.

That’s amazing @LimeLace, you must be chuffed

Hi everyone, just to let you know I’ve set up Thread 2 so we can carry on when this one’s full up :)

Hoping this evening is finding you all well and sending good thoughts for charged up fat burning for us all for the weekend (and week) ahead! 😁

Welcome BagQueenBee 👋! Well done for taking the first step and honestly the jab is v easy, I didn’t feel it at all which seems to be the standard! (Is a very short and v v fine needle) Let us know how you get on on Thursday 🩷

Hi user1471453978 and welcome! (And to all the other new joiners new here :)
well done for getting started and let us know how you get on 🩷

Wow, That’s amazing LimeLace! A high five right back at you lady! 🙌 fab start, you must be chuffed with that!

Wow that’s a great loss for week 1. Sorry you’re constipated though, is awful, you may find a stool softener helps and is gentle on the system (I find the Macrogol powders like Laxido the best) you don’t need a prescription as you can now get it OTC from places like Superdrug:

www.superdrug.com/health/stomach-bowel/laxatives/laxido-orange-laxative-sachets-30s/p/781378

I also thought your cals might be too low for day to day (and may trigger the dreaded starvation/ preservation mode) make sure to get enough cals and especially protein to protect against muscle loss. Also watch out for salt like in those noodle pots and the fridge raiders as they tend to be high (I retain water like a camel if I have too much salty food)

Sorry you’ve had it rough Mrsredlipstick is so hard to tell if it might be the WLI or AI. I did feel a bit dizzy once in week 1 but it passed after about half hour. See how you feel in the morning, hopefully the rest has helped , a bit of ginger tea is good for nausea. Let us know how you’re doing 🩷

Hi whereareyousleep your cals sound good, I’ve had this before where the scales haven’t shifted but have actually lost inches - is it worth taking your measurements to have a check as it may show up more there? 4 stone down overall is absolutely amazing, you’ve done so great to get here, don’t give up!🌸

Also 1lb might not sound like a lot, but try holding it in your hand, 1lb of fat is actually quite considerable. It’s nearly 2 blocks of butter!

Aw man judt had too much chocolate. I'm really worried this isn't going to work out for me 😢

Stuffed myself tonight. Junk food galore. If 5mg doesn't help then I'll probably give up I can start it on Wednesday.

Sorry you are having such a rough time @Mrsredlipstick x

W3 D6 (I think? Next jab on Monday).
Had fish and chips for dinner last night and I’ve put on 2lbs on the scales since yesterday morning. Feeling very hungry now too.

Was in the office yesterday so did a good amount of walking. No breakfast and a sandwich for lunch. Been good all week, no weight loss. One ‘naughty’ meal and a gain. Makes sense after a splurge but was hoping I’d see a downward shift from the week.

I do think I am wired up wrong somehow. If I was marooned on a desert island for a few years, I’m pretty sure I’d still be a size 16 / 18!

I'm glad I'm not the only one finding my scales are stuck!

Yesterday I really struggled trying to find a supermstket unch to take to work. Really didn't know what would be a good option. Tried to read the labels and ended up really confused.

What should I be aiming to eat in a day do you think?

3rd injection (that’s gone quickly!) done this morning and weekly weigh in. I’m photographing the scales each week as had to do so for approval initially with Asda and thought I’d carry on to track my weight and maybe show my GP.

week 1: - 14lbs
week 2: - 9lbs

Last night I really could have binged which was a horrible feeling and I was even thinking about how I could get junk food so I was very glad to inject this morning.

@OliviaFlaversham wow and well done.

I think because of the mj suppressing my appetite I’m finding it a lot easier to look at food a lot less emotionally.

Most of the supermarket lunch meal deal type things are ridiculously calorific! If I need a lunch on the go thing now, I’m getting some cold meats like sliced chicken or beef; and a bag of cherry tomatoes or a bag of salad, I also might grab some babybels.

In on wk1 day 5. Still not super hungry but could eat. No side effects to speak of so I feel lucky but still worried they might be on the way.
Going out for dinner tonight and worried in two counts: one that I won't know what to eat, and two that it won't be much fun. I love going out for dinner and having a few drinks. (Which is why I need the damn jab in the first place probably). How do people manage when out for dinner and such?

I’m the same, had a chippy tea. Gained as well, but know it will be off i. a couple of days x

Amazing!! 👏🏻