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kim_atl_prep said:I started my GLP-1 journey in March 2025 at 289 lbs with metabolic syndrome
Gonna push back on this one. Can someone explain how this drug is not that straightforward in my experience. I have been on this for 12 months and the reality is messier than the trials suggest.
Don't get me wrong — the medication works. But cost accessibility is a real barrier. We should be honest about that.
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I started my GLP-1 journey in October 2024 at 250 lbs with prediabetes and hypertension. My endocrinologist prescribed semaglutide 0.25mg to start.
Now, 12 months later: I am down 45 lbs, my labs have normalized, and I am off 2 of my 3 medications. The Can someone explain aspect specifically was something that made a big difference in my journey.
This community helped me every step of the way.
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I am in a similar situation (just started) and trying to set realistic expectations.