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Weight loss injections/treatments

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Weight gain on mounjaro

232 replies

Polkadotdash · 17/01/2025 10:32

Any else experience this? I’m just starting my 4th week on 2.5mg. I lost a few pounds in my first week on it, but these are back on now. I’ve had no effects at all from the injections - good or bad. I’ve already bought the 5mg dose to start next week, but I’m starting to wonder if it’s worth the cost. I bought from a big online pharmacy so I’m assuming that I haven’t been sent a placebo or anything. But it’s really doing nothing for me, apart from costing me money! Am I alone in this?

OP posts:
Weepixie · 18/01/2025 15:13

I’ve reported your comments because you are very clearly here on a mission.

Whydoeseveryonewanttoargue · 18/01/2025 15:17

InkHeart2024 · 18/01/2025 15:08

You will if your TDEE is above 2000 calories 🙄 why post such a sweepingly wrong statement?

Yup but in lieu of that with no indication of exercise the statement is correct. Why post such a sweepingly wrong statement?

Shrinkingrose · 18/01/2025 15:38

InkHeart2024 · 18/01/2025 15:08

You will if your TDEE is above 2000 calories 🙄 why post such a sweepingly wrong statement?

Absolutely. But it is clear either the op is eating more than that, which she’s adamant she’s not, so then hers is less. And the poster said you won’t, as in the op, not no one will.

Heparama · 18/01/2025 15:43

InfoSecInTheCity · 17/01/2025 22:15

Ok so to address your question of what should you eat, to reduce calories and increase protein, taking into consideration no meat and you don't like eggs.

Meal ideas you can combine these with a snack to get 3 meals and 1 snack a day for under 1600 calories and giving you about 50% of your calories from protein.

Protein Smoothie with 1 scoop of plant-based protein powder, unsweetened almond milk, spinach, chia seeds, and a tablespoon of almond butter
(~300 calories, 25g protein)
Tofu Salad with marinated tofu, mixed greens, cucumber, avocado, olives, and a low-carb dressing (olive oil, lemon, mustard)
(~400 calories, 35g protein):
Lentil and Vegetable Stew (reduce the lentils and add extra tofu or tempeh) with zucchini, celery, and tomatoes in vegetable broth
(~450 calories, 40g protein)
Chia Pudding with unsweetened almond milk, chia seeds, and 1 scoop of plant-based protein powder, topped with a few berries
(~300 calories, 30g protein)
Vegan Protein Pancakes (using protein powder, almond flour, and almond milk) topped with a small amount of almond butter
(~350 calories, 30g protein)
Chickpea Salad (use ½ cup chickpeas, tofu, cucumber, red onion, and avocado)
(~400 calories, 30g protein)
Vegan Chili with kidney beans (use ¼ cup) and black beans, add tofu or tempeh for extra protein
(~450 calories, 40g protein)
Tofu Stir-Fry with broccoli, snap peas, bell peppers, and a low-sugar soy sauce (omit rice to keep carbs low)
(~400 calories, 35g protein)
Tempeh and Spinach Salad with avocado, cucumber, and tahini dressing (no added carbs)
(~450 calories, 40g protein)
Peanut Butter Protein Smoothie with 1 scoop plant-based protein powder, almond milk, spinach, peanut butter, and chia seeds
(~350 calories, 30g protein)
Vegan Tempeh Wrap (using lettuce or a low-carb tortilla) with avocado, cucumber, mixed greens, and a low-carb dressing
(~400 calories, 35g protein)
Cauliflower and Chickpea Curry (use 1/4 cup chickpeas, extra cauliflower, and add tempeh or tofu for protein)
(~450 calories, 40g protein)
Vegan Protein Smoothie with 1 scoop protein powder, unsweetened almond milk, frozen berries, and flax seeds
(~300 calories, 30g protein)
Vegan Buddha Bowl (with ¼ cup chickpeas, tempeh, avocado, kale, and a small amount of quinoa)
(~400 calories, 35g protein)
Stuffed Bell Peppers with quinoa, tempeh, black beans (small amount), and avocado
(~450 calories, 40g protein)
Acai Bowl with protein powder, unsweetened almond milk, and a sprinkle of granola (keep the granola to a small portion for low carbs)
(~320 calories, 30g protein)
Vegan Protein Salad with marinated tofu, spinach, mixed greens, cucumber, olives, and a low-carb dressing
(~400 calories, 35g protein)
Seitan Stir-Fry with bell peppers, zucchini, broccoli, and a low-carb soy sauce
(~450 calories, 40g protein)
Tofu Scramble (no eggs, just tofu with spinach, onions, and spices)
(~350 calories, 30g protein)
Chickpea Salad Sandwich (use lettuce or low-carb bread with mashed chickpeas and tahini)
(~400 calories, 30g protein)
Vegan Shepherd’s Pie (replace potatoes with cauliflower mash, add tempeh and lentils for extra protein)
(~450 calories, 40g protein)

Snack ideas:
Pumpkin Seeds (1 oz)
(~150 calories, 8g protein)
*
Almonds* (1 oz)
(~150 calories, 6g protein)
Cottage Cheese (Vegan) (½ cup) or a high-protein vegan yogurt
(~150 calories, 10g protein)

This amazing! I'm screen grabbing it - thank you I always need new ideas for getting protein rich meals @InfoSecInTheCity

WeAllHaveWings · 18/01/2025 16:02

Polkadotdash · 18/01/2025 14:27

@Bilbette you’re right. This thread is insane. Every time I think it’s on the right track someone comes along and tells me I’m deluded, ignorant, fat because 2000 cals a day is gluttony and what the fuck are you doing eating fruit and yogurt for breakfast. I regret engaging with a lot of this. I feel like all they want me to say is ‘I’m fat because I eat like a pig’ like it’s new news to me, sitting here in my size 18 leggings because I can no longer wear anything else.
There has been some useful responses though and it’s been great to hear that other people haven’t necessarily had the flying weight loss start that others (in my real world life) have had.

Engage with the posts you feel are helpful.

There is no value in, and you will gain nothing from posts you feel are not and it is just derailing your own thread.

InfoSecInTheCity · 18/01/2025 17:07

@Heparama I used ChatGPT.

The prompt I used was

"Create me a 7 day meal plan where every day is 1600 calories or lower, made up of 3 meals and 1 snack per day. Macros for the day should be at least 50% protein. The plan should contain no meat or eggs."

Heparama · 18/01/2025 17:11

InfoSecInTheCity · 18/01/2025 17:07

@Heparama I used ChatGPT.

The prompt I used was

"Create me a 7 day meal plan where every day is 1600 calories or lower, made up of 3 meals and 1 snack per day. Macros for the day should be at least 50% protein. The plan should contain no meat or eggs."

Got to love Chat GPT!

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