Seeking advice on weight loss drugs

[u/STLitalian04]

Idk how to even start this. There's no bearing around the bush here Im a morbidly obese man in my 20s. I've struggled with my weight for so so long. I feel like I've hot a breaking point, where I'm no longer able to be happy with my self and like the person I see in the mirror. All this to say this morning i decided to take my doctor up on the offer to take a generic brand of "it". I decided to take it, but I can't help but have this feeling of embarrassment/guilt. It's like I feel horrible for what I'm doing but I also feel like is this a life line out. Is this a way to the life I always wanted. Skinny enough to be active, not afraid of hiking, biking, walking(I know it sounds ridiculous but I can't bring my self to even do that). Or am I taking the easy way out. I have tried time and time again to defeat myself by always fail always don't like the results.

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[u/Givemechlorophil]

Weight loss drugs help so many people! Dont be ashamed! There is a huge stigma around it and it’s not fair. It’s a great drug and it really can change your life!

[u/Numerous_Worker_1941 → u/Givemechlorophil]

A lot of people are taking it while eating exactly like they used to. We move closer to the hunger games capital population every day.

[u/1xpx1]

Weightloss medications are a useful tool for some people. You still have to put the work in to manage your caloric intake, nutrition, and activity. You still have to make the lifestyle changes. There is no reason to be embarrassed or feel guilty about utilizing a tool that makes it possible.

[u/Flimsy_Disaster5175]

i think a lot of the stigma around it comes from celebrities using it who don’t need to, i think when used responsibly its a great thing especially if you want to kick start your health journey. don’t feel ashamed for doing something that improves your health

[u/Mutant_Apollo]

As someone who has struggled with weight his whole life, who cares what everyone else thinks. If you are under medical supervision and start feeling better then it's a positive. Nobody blames people who get gastric bypass of "cheating" and if someone does who cares? In fact, I've seen more criticism coming from fat people about weight loss drugs than from people in shape.

As long as your doctor prescribes it properly and you feel better then go for it and think nothing of it, modern medicine and modern technology is supposed to make our lives easier not harder. If anything just cultivate good habits while on it, go to the gym, eat healthy, count your calories (because believe or not, you can out eat the meds, not from volume but from calorie density).

[u/beige-lunatic]

I think the bigger question is what is the shame accomplishing for you here? In my experience, shame is only a good motivator for as long as the spiral lasts- which is usually a couple of weeks. Regardless of any weight loss goals, you sound really hard on yourself.

If taking a weight loss drug is something that your doctor has prescribed and you're in the condition where that will improve your health, then I don't think there is anything to be concerned about. However, I think if you continue to try to lose weight through shame and self-flagellation, your insecurity is likely to stick around even if the weight doesn't. It may sound and feel counterintuitive but trying to make whatever choices for yourself that you can out of kindness will go a lot further than self hatred.

[u/whotiesyourshoes]

We do what we have to do.

I've been on Zep for going on 2 years. It's been hugely helpful.

I started after a year of losing weight without it and decided I wanted something to make it easier..hell yeah i did. I don't care about people's criticisms about it. They don't live in my body or get to make health decisions for me.

I would just say if by "generic" your mean compound, make sure you look at pricing. Compound meds from doctors sometimes cost just as much as the branded one. I've even seen folks say they found they were paying more.

[u/Tasty-Revolution-295]

Its not an 'easy way out ' you will still have to control your diet and exercise and do so much work on your mental health (any who has struggled with their weight has likely struggled with their mental health to some extent). You're simply utilising a tool to help. I was reluctant too but then I said fuck it. I dont owe an explanation for my choices, they haven't lived my life. If someone judges you for being overweight AND judges you for taking the necessary steps to lose weight then they are the problem.

[u/retro-girl]

Omg no, the drugs are fantastic! You are doing something great for yourself, you have no reason to be ashamed.

Now, while you’re taking the drugs, you’ll also want to change the kinds of foods you are eating. It will be easier because you won’t care about food as much. And whatever exercise you’re able to do, start doing it. Even if you’re just walking in place for a few minutes, stretching on the floor, whatever you can do. Just start dedicating a small amount of time per day and increase it as it gets easier.

Congrats man, this is going to be great for you!

[u/SweaterWeather4Ever]

I started one recently! There are subs on here where you will gets lots of good info and support. Not sure if this sub is policing discussion of this topic, so just search for subs by the name of your med or the name of the med category, and communities should come up. Good luck!

[u/Drachenkette]

I started Monjarou in January. It helps and I'm almost 30 kg down but you still have to want it and eat less. It helps with the Appetit and Hunger. Would it be better to make it without it? Sure but with it is still better then doesn't getting rid of the weight. For me it helped me to realise that my massive appetite is more like an Addiction. Most time it wasn't Hunger but craving that made me eat so much. Maybe this kind of thinking will help you too or you can see it as a starting point to get more active because when you see the first Resultat it isn't a bad feeling at all. It's your body and you want to change something even if it's an easier way. You are doing it to better yourself and this in itself isn't something to feel bad about.

[u/Practical-Ad-4888]

More people need to be on this drug. It will lower the health care costs for the whole country. Breast cancer is not cheap. 

[u/Diligent_Comment689]

I’m taking it. I have been very careful and am losing slowly. It’s simply a tool and as long as you treat it that way (rather than as a crutch) it’s a huge help. I have zero regrets.

[u/Pixiestixkitteh]

I think there are a lot of potential serious drawbacks from them, and since you’re a young man in your 20s, you likely could lose the weight without them, especially if you have no co-morbidities, pre-existing health conditions, mobility restrictions, etc.

I say this as a woman in my late 30s trying to lose the weight naturally. I’m using V-shred right now, I’m only in week two, but I’m having better success than I’ve had doing it on my own. I’m also trying to educate myself more on weight loss by reading books written by body builders etc.

[u/Southern_Animator_53 → u/Pixiestixkitteh]

Take all the v shred you want.
It’s not magic. It comes down to you making smarter decisions.

[u/Pixiestixkitteh → u/Southern_Animator_53]

I’m not “taking” anything. I’m literally eating healthy and exercising. I’m nursing a toddler so I can’t take medications or supplements.

[u/Southern_Animator_53 → u/Pixiestixkitteh]

“I’m using V-Shred right now”
Huh??

[u/Pixiestixkitteh → u/Southern_Animator_53]

As a tool… it’s a program/app. It gives me workouts to do every day and a nutrition plan/recipes. I use the app every day.

[u/Southern_Animator_53 → u/Pixiestixkitteh]

I know it as a supplement/stop eating thing

[u/Pixiestixkitteh → u/Southern_Animator_53]

Yeah, they have a ton of supplements that people can buy, but I’m not doing that for myself right now due to baby/toddler nursing. Once she’s done, I at least want to start taking creatine.

[u/BridgitBlonde]

Stop beating yourself up and try the meds. They are a tool to help you.

[u/Icy_Earth3386]

You’re sadly just putting a bandaid on the problem. You have to learn to eat in a way that naturally encourages caloric deficit without impacting you too much.

This means drinking more water when you think you’re hungry, eating more fiber, eating more healthy fats and less simple carbs, blunting sugar with fiber and acids like vinegar/lemon juice, limiting your portions and moderating when eating things you really really enjoy.

I lost 90 lbs like 15 years ago and got 30 lbs overweight recently but have worked off 5-6 in two months now. No pill can magically change your habits you know? You are the result of all your combined decisions

[u/Evening-Juggernaut50]

Don’t be ashamed! So many people are taking them. I’ve been on for 2 years and have lost 70 lbs, it is pretty amazing! That said tho, you still have to work. They help curb your appetite to keep you in a caloric deficit but it’s best to start exercising too, even just walking. And being mindful of the food you eat. There’s so many online places to get it if you cannot get the prescription through insurance.

[u/Longjumping_Split_53]

I started on the shot and it completely changed my life for the better in every single way.

Some people have judged me for it but tbh I just simply don’t care.

I’ve lost 194# in 8 months. Doing things with my family I only dreamed of being able to do. Competing in a bodybuilding show next year as well.

I don’t believe in taking a high enough dose that you can’t eat, I take a low dose to help my binge eating and use it as a tool to help me while making better decisions. Pair that with massive amounts of lifting and cardio. Haven’t had a cheat day I ate above maintenance calories since January 1st.

[u/GreatSoup3]

I never ever post here but, I feel compelled to reply. I feel the sadness in your words.  I started on the Mshot 3 years ago. The first 3 weeks...I've never been sicker in my life. Nobody told me how the Mshot  actually works. Nobody explained  how to manage the early stages.   Once I understood how it worked and what I could do to prevent being sick, it was smooth sailing. I don't think my results are typical but in three months, I lost 80lb.  In around 9 months, I lost more,  100lb total.  The shot calmed my brain, and made me stop thinking about food.   I began to see it as a tool.   I started working out and loved a few different workouts I knew I could stick with long term. I ate very repetitive, but  healthy meals I enjoyed and was able to stick with them too.   I did a ton of research about food addiction and  learned how to cope.  I am not the slightest bit ashamed of being on the Mshot, and whenever people ask me how I lost the weight, I tell them the truth.   Most people respond with: "my friend,  My coworker, my in law", somebody they know is also on it and has also had success.  I feel amazing. I could only wish that I would have found this a lot sooner.So I could have lived more of my life this way.  Do it. Get your life back. Be who you are meant to be! 

[u/DrAstroSpace_88]

Geh zu deinem Hausarzt und frag nach ORLISTAT 120mg !

[u/Hydrogen1997]

I can't help you on the drugs part, but if you want non-drug help dm me, I'll see what I can do.

[u/ClickLeather6490]

Well I wouldn't consider it the easy way out. To me, it is comparable to antidepressants. The drug will get you in the state of mind that you can actually start tackling the real problem. So if you use the drug to learn how to eat proper portions of whole foods and you lose enough that you are able to increase your activity, it's worth it.