Anonymous
Post 01/03/2025 14:43     Subject: Anyone use weight loss drugs for just a few pounds?
OP, have you spoken to a doctor? It sounds like you have an eating disorder. There might be other medications or treatments that can help you.
Anonymous
Post 01/03/2025 14:40     Subject: Anyone use weight loss drugs for just a few pounds?
I am on it for 15lbs. 10lbs down so far after 2 months. I am on it since gaining weight from the start perimenopause. I am eating a lot less, in fact a lot less prior to what I ate before perimenopause. My doctor has advised I should be ok to go off it once I hit my goal weight but I am not sure. Will see how it goes.
Anonymous
Post 01/03/2025 14:38     Subject: Anyone use weight loss drugs for just a few pounds?
You won’t be able to maintain it. So unless you are willing to commit to the drugs for life, don’t start them.
Anonymous
Post 01/03/2025 14:35     Subject: Anyone use weight loss drugs for just a few pounds?
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:Did you always have food noise? Can you get back to what your thoughts were in general before food noise?


Pretty much, always. But it's worse right now and I can't seem to break the cycle. I binge a lot. I have been trying to lose weight for about five years. Prior to that, I was high 120s/low 130s which is where I looks and feel the best. I cannot stand myself. I feel like a quick fix through meds is what I need, and once I am at my goal weight, I think I'll feel motivated to stay there and not return to my disgusting eating habits. There is a spa in my area which offers semaglutides and I'm thinking of signing up for a consultation with them. I figure I can't be alone in wanting to lose a few pounds and would really love to hear experiences from others who've done this.


You are at your most motivated now, it would seem, as you are considering serious medication. Consider finding out what calories you need to maintian your goal weight and eating at that level for six months. You will not be a new person after the meds nor do you need to be. You are capable as you are. Either way, good luck and tell us how it goes at 6 months and a year, for those of us in the same place as you.


OP. Thanks. I do know what I need to eat to get to my goal weight. My problem is, I lack the willpower to do it. I feel motivated, but then hunger hits, and I want 12 nuggets, waffle fries and a milk shake from Chick Fil A. I feel like an addict who can't just eat a little bit of bad stuff. When I eat bad food, I always binge on it. If I could eat well for six months, I have no doubt, I would reach my goal weight. My problem is that I have not been able to resist binge eating terrible foods - fried food, chocolate, cookies, cakes.

You do realize that even people who legitimately qualify for the meds don’t see the results they want if they don’t change their eating habits.
Anonymous
Post 01/03/2025 14:29     Subject: Anyone use weight loss drugs for just a few pounds?
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:Go away.


Thanks, that's helpful.


NP. I also want you to go away with this Bs.
Anonymous
Post 01/03/2025 13:22     Subject: Anyone use weight loss drugs for just a few pounds?
Have you tried the 30g protein breakfast approach and workout with a reputable trainer?
Anonymous
Post 01/03/2025 13:10     Subject: Anyone use weight loss drugs for just a few pounds?
I dunno. Old people, as they age, lose body fat and muscle mass. This drugs does the same thing. The drug also does not change your thought process, to keep that in mind. It will not give you will power. It also will not let you lose 10 lbs and then you take the medicine away and you are all good
Anonymous
Post 01/03/2025 13:03     Subject: Anyone use weight loss drugs for just a few pounds?
Anonymous wrote:Try Qsymia. It's in pill form. It's made to block out food noise and an appetite suppressant.


Be very careful with that - it can increase your heart rate and BP.
Anonymous
Post 01/03/2025 12:37     Subject: Anyone use weight loss drugs for just a few pounds?
weight watchers and exercise.
Anonymous
Post 01/03/2025 12:12     Subject: Anyone use weight loss drugs for just a few pounds?
Try Qsymia. It's in pill form. It's made to block out food noise and an appetite suppressant.
Anonymous
Post 01/03/2025 12:08     Subject: Anyone use weight loss drugs for just a few pounds?
sure but you will gain it back quickly if you don't deal with your binging issues.

You are also a normal weight so your body will want to go back to that once you are off medication.
Anonymous
Post 01/03/2025 11:10     Subject: Anyone use weight loss drugs for just a few pounds?
Anonymous wrote:Be-Lite in Fairfax is my go to when I need to lose a few. Not cheap, but the meds are appetite and craving suppressants. I hate feeling like I’m starving and miserable. I can lose 10 pounds in a month, which is all I need from time to time. Better than buying a new wardrobe.


Also, could you please tell me, when you're given meds, what are your height/weight stats? Thanks!
Anonymous
Post 01/03/2025 11:09     Subject: Anyone use weight loss drugs for just a few pounds?
Anonymous wrote:Be-Lite in Fairfax is my go to when I need to lose a few. Not cheap, but the meds are appetite and craving suppressants. I hate feeling like I’m starving and miserable. I can lose 10 pounds in a month, which is all I need from time to time. Better than buying a new wardrobe.


OP - thank you. So are these semaglutides you're taking? You're speaking my language, seriously. Nothing I hate more than to be hungry. I really don't care what it costs; probably costs less than what I spend on binge food anyway.
Anonymous
Post 01/03/2025 11:03     Subject: Anyone use weight loss drugs for just a few pounds?
Be-Lite in Fairfax is my go to when I need to lose a few. Not cheap, but the meds are appetite and craving suppressants. I hate feeling like I’m starving and miserable. I can lose 10 pounds in a month, which is all I need from time to time. Better than buying a new wardrobe.
Anonymous
Post 01/03/2025 10:47     Subject: Anyone use weight loss drugs for just a few pounds?
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:Did you always have food noise? Can you get back to what your thoughts were in general before food noise?


Pretty much, always. But it's worse right now and I can't seem to break the cycle. I binge a lot. I have been trying to lose weight for about five years. Prior to that, I was high 120s/low 130s which is where I looks and feel the best. I cannot stand myself. I feel like a quick fix through meds is what I need, and once I am at my goal weight, I think I'll feel motivated to stay there and not return to my disgusting eating habits. There is a spa in my area which offers semaglutides and I'm thinking of signing up for a consultation with them. I figure I can't be alone in wanting to lose a few pounds and would really love to hear experiences from others who've done this.


You are at your most motivated now, it would seem, as you are considering serious medication. Consider finding out what calories you need to maintian your goal weight and eating at that level for six months. You will not be a new person after the meds nor do you need to be. You are capable as you are. Either way, good luck and tell us how it goes at 6 months and a year, for those of us in the same place as you.


OP. Thanks. I do know what I need to eat to get to my goal weight. My problem is, I lack the willpower to do it. I feel motivated, but then hunger hits, and I want 12 nuggets, waffle fries and a milk shake from Chick Fil A. I feel like an addict who can't just eat a little bit of bad stuff. When I eat bad food, I always binge on it. If I could eat well for six months, I have no doubt, I would reach my goal weight. My problem is that I have not been able to resist binge eating terrible foods - fried food, chocolate, cookies, cakes.