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newstart_MO — that is really helpful context on Has anyone dealt with. Follow-up question: did you experience any side effects during this phase?
I am in a similar situation (about to start) and trying to set realistic expectations.
OP here — wow, did not expect this much response! Thank you all for the thoughtful replies on Has anyone dealt with.
To answer BrianDallas92: I get my labs done through Quest every 3 months.
Quick update: my latest labs came back even better. Thanks again for the evidence-based discussion — this is exactly why I posted in a science-based community. 🙏
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Verify Your Peptidespete_RVA — that is really helpful context on Has anyone dealt with. Follow-up question: did you change anything about your diet at the same time?
I am in a similar situation (month 2) and trying to set realistic expectations.
Want to share my personal experience related to Has anyone dealt with since I think it might help others in a similar situation.
I started my GLP-1 journey in October 2024 at 282 lbs with prediabetes and hypertension. My endocrinologist prescribed semaglutide 0.25mg to start.
Now, 12 months later: I am down 77 lbs, my labs have normalized, and I am off 2 of my 3 medications. The Has anyone dealt aspect specifically was something that made a big difference in my journey.
This community helped me every step of the way.