What 7 Months on Ozempic Does to the Body (This Gets REAL!)
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- Опубліковано 17 тра 2024
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Hey everyone I’m Abbey Sharp welcome to Abbey’s Kitchen. In todays video, we will be talking about what Ginger eats in a day 33 weeks into her Ozempic journey and how she can add some components to make sure she's getting all the nutrients she needs.
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You articulate the significance of all nutrients in our diets exceptionally well, which underscores a crucial point about our relationship with food. It's vital to recognize that while nutrition is essential for our physical health, we should not allow the pursuit of these nutrients to become an emotional crutch or a source of immediate gratification. This perspective helps to highlight the fine line between nurturing our bodies and inadvertently fostering an emotional dependency on food for comfort or rewards. It's a delicate balance that calls for mindful eating and awareness of how food serves both our bodies and our emotional well-being.
I need to know what happens when you get off the meds
Same. I am potentially starting Wegovy next week and will ask my dr about this!
Alot of people say they gain it back. At least those ive looked up. People are interviewing with news outlets saying they gained it all back.
I have been 4 months off ozempic. So far so good bc my stomach cannot fit the same amount of food as it used to (Before ozempic)
People need to have a fundamental shift with how they relate to food, nutrition etc - otherwise this drug is a crutch.
I would think that folks would have a different view though, I'd think they would. I think some of these people haven't ever felt 'normal' with regard to food - it's easier to make changes, build new habits, when you have that actual experience, knowledge of how it feels to be that way. If that makes sense!
It's really about simply eating whole foods, processed to a minimum - Abby's great about ways to eat normally, & even incorporate stuff like pizza, pasta, cereal etc in a healthy way, doesn't have to be dry quinoa, kale smoothies, edamame, & mushroom 'coffee' for life, lol ;)
BTW, I'm talking here about people who don't have diabetes but are using it as a weight loss tool.
There's the gal Shallon Lester who says she intends to just stay on it for life! I feel for her, obviously she afraid to get off of it, that's some pretty deep issues there though.
Friend of mine was on monjaro she had to get off of it after vomiting for 3 weeks unable to keep food down and take loa due to dehydration and probably won’t be able to go back on it
I really like this format!! I can see your passion come through when you’re talking to a real person and giving recommendations as opposed to just reviewing a video- Love those too but you just seem so much more real and excited about what you do here! Would love to see more like this!
Thanks lovely
I am on Mounjaro, 7.5 dose, and been taking it very slow getting to this level. It's been five months, and I have finally been able to eat "normally" or (better stated) healthily. Eating my protein and fiber in the morning, eating avocado and hemp hearts and spinach and all the good things...and loving it. No real side effects thus far. No constipation, no nausea, feeling fine. I am a bit nervous now that these shortages are ramping up because I am still morbidly obese. My diabetes is under amazing control now. Numbers in the low 100s versus 300s, which is incredible.
struggled with confidence at 30, single, desiring more attractiveness. Aspect Health played a role, its personalized plan transforming my life. focusing on safe weight management and boosting confidence, today, i radiate self-assurance. watched the OIC weight loss journey video, friend losing 34.2 lbs in 33 weeks. insightful discussion on side effects, nutrition, and fiber. reminds me of my own journey. considering adjustments for protein and fiber intake. interesting content, appreciate the friend's openness.
It's really interesting to see how a real life woman is navigating all this change. I applaud Ginger and Abbey!
I feel like doctors (some) are just handing out Ozempic and not explaining any of the nutrients or muscle loss that you went over. This video was so informative.
Have to agree!
That's because GPs aren't dieticians. My GP won't prescribe it without seeing a dietician for 6 months first so I think that's a good way of doing it so that it only goes to the people who really need it
I understand what your getting at, but do doctors explain all of that to gastric bypass patients? Both my doctor and my pharmacist went over all of that with me in addition to which, are there really any adults out there who don't know that you lose muscle as well as fat? I feel like that is pretty common knowledge, not a big secret doctors are not telling.
This drug has been a game changer for me. I've lost 40 pounds in a year. 40 to go. My A1C has lowered from 5.6 to 5.0. I have had struggles eating enough and getting enough protein. It's the big focus for me in the new year. I have also experienced some hair loss which I guess I know now is related to lack of protein. The biggest change for me has been the change this drug has done to my brain. It is amazing how more space I have in my life for other things without constantly being focused on food. It's very freeing and I'm so grateful.
So happy for you!
@@AbbeysKitchen Thank you! I went through extensive counseling with an IE specialist 11 years ago so I was already on the IE train (which brought me to your channel years ago), but WeGovy has been such a great tool. Happy New Year!
Same for me, only 3 weeks in but the break from food noise has been life changing ❤
@@jacksonthedoggy So great
Although the hair loss could be a protein thing, it may also simply be from losing a lot of weight. It's common.
I just hit 100lbs lost while using Mounjaro. Think I stopped about two months ago and still losing weight. Changed lifestyle and eating habits is the foundation. Medication, surgery and exercise are tools to help.
struggling with weight, my journey led me to various solutions. aspect health became part of my story, not endorsing, just sharing. this video caught my eye. Ginger's Ozempic journey echoes my experiences. the discussion on protein intake and potential side effects is relatable. reducing stigma around weight loss drugs is crucial. take care, everyone.
Can we appreciate the adorable dog moment at 3:52 where that cutie pulls the pillow down to sleep on it? My heart exploded.
Omg thanks for pointing that out! It's so cute and smart how he/she got the pillow down to take a nap! 🥺
🥲💖 So precious
So cute ❤
I really love the more laid back style of this video! It feels less scripted and more natural. Love hearing Abbey’s expertise and advice!
I used to struggle with fruits and veggies, but for the last year I've done 1 serving of fruit for breakfast, afternoon snack, and after dinner snack/dessert for a total of 3. And I do 2 servings of veggies with lunch and 2 with dinner for a total of 4. It has made fitting them in simpler to follow this pattern and it has totally edged out less nutritious things like eating chips every afternoon (I still fit them in occasionally).
struggling with weight, my journey led me to various solutions. aspect health played a role, not endorsing, just sharing. this video about Ginger's Ozempic journey resonates with me. the discussion on protein intake and potential side effects is relatable. reducing stigma around weight loss drugs is crucial. take care, everyone.
Thank you so much for this post. I just started on .25 Ozempic and my apetite is almost zero. It's a gift from the universe. I read about one woman who got fat shamed when she was bigger, and is now getting skinny shamed for using this miracle drug to get thinner. People should just leave other people alone. Let's all just what we want to do if it's not hurting anyone else.
Just discovered your series and I love following Ginger's experience with Ozempic. Hearing her talk with a dietician is really illuminating. I'm a physician who has struggled with overeating my entire life. The GLP1 agonist journey is just starting for me and I'm easing into it. After just a few weeks, I will say that Mounjaro has already completely changed my relationship to food (constantly thinking about it and food searching.) That's just GONE. Thanks for sharing this - it's a great service. And let me know if you'd take on a patient, you're a fantastic dietician (and your video quality is fantastic!!)
Thank you for sharing your inspiring story, Ginger! Thank you for your amazing honesty and insight into a journey on ozempic! Sending support and best wishes!
I love watching this journey. I started about four weeks after she did and I lost 30 pounds in 2023! I have a long way to go, but I am happy with my progress.
Go Ginger 💪🏾 I feel you completely, and unless you have struggled with weight for your entire adult life; you wouldn't understand. I'm at maintenance now and am finding my way; whether that looks at a small dose as a maintenance or if i can sustain my work with the healthier habits i've developed 😊
Really enjoyed the format of this video. I just had bariatric surgery and still learning about how to balance my meals and all of these tips were great
Thank you so much Ginger for being so open about this it's so helpful. This series really puts into perspective the realistic experience of these medications and makes me feel less afraid. And thank you Abby for the tips about fiber and protein so helpful❤
So glad this series has been helpful🥰
I live in BC, i have a Dr. appt today to have the conversation of starting this weight loss journey with Ozempic. As a nurse, I packed on a good 30lbs as I worked the last 3 years of covid. No gym, no races, no working out, my life revolved around sleep work sleep work cause that's what I do for a living. I however took a back seat., making bad eating and drinking choices and fell out of love of the gym. Fingers crossed for me that he says yes!!
Update pls xo
I’ve been on semiglutide since March. I started at 213 and I’m now around 178. I’m also going through menopause so that throws some hormonal chaos…😉. Equate protein low carb shakes have been a life saver. I do take a multivitamin. I think it’s actually helped with my anxiety/depression. If I notice I’m feeling sluggish then I make sure I eat because sometime my caloric intake was lacking. I did this through a doc that offered a dietician and other supports. At this point I’m so pleased with my experience. I’ve never by diabetic but I was afraid I was heading there. I’d like to switch to the oral.
Thanks for sharing your story, Ginger! Congrats on your progress! I appreciate that you pointed out that no route to weightloss is "the easy way out" - each choice has its own hard work to put in.
Abbey, I also struggle with getting enough protein for my own weight loss goal, so this was helpful for me to hear again.
I really enjoy your content; but I struggle to watch this one because I am a diabetic and I rely on this medication to survive and it's been hard to get from my pharmacy due to people using it to lose weight. I genuinely need it for managing my blood sugars and have been using this drug for years now to find that I can't access it most of the time finding my prescription delayed due to the shortages. I can't order it ahead of time since insurance doesn't allow that. It's good that many people who use it feel healthier and feel good about themselves but I wish they used an alternate method. I am scared every time I get that "your medication is delayed" notification.
Aww man that is terrifying. Sorry that's the case for you
Compounding pharmacy could likely offer the injection to you when the mainstream pharmacies are out
I was thinking about this, too. I am not diabetic and I don't take Ozempic, butI do feel concerned for people who need the drug for strictly medical reasons. It kind of rubbed me the wrong way when she said that needy Ozempic for weight loss was basically the same as needing medicine for any other medical condition because I think there are definitely drugs that are CRUCIAL vs desired or recommended. We've seen this with other drugs as well. Some people need to take them for autoimmune disorders like Lupus but then someone says that one of them can help with something like COVID and all of a sudden it's hard for people that have Lupus to get that drug. Obviously it would be the best if there would just be enough drugs to go around for anyone who needed them, period. Probably the demand will stabilize and that will be the case. I hope so because I think everyone deserves to benefit from drugs. It's just that for some people it's more life-threatening NOT to have them. I take Synthroid every day, and I'm glad it's not an "in demand" drug because I would legitimately be in a bad circumstance if that happened.
@@susanjeffries5108 thank you; I appreciate that you understand from the medical need point of view. l understand obesity is life threatening in itself and I accept this is a proven treatment to save their lives; BUT its people who use it for vanity that get under my skin. I'm hoping doctors will be more discerning when administering because I really rely on it for survival. I've been in discussions where people have told me to just switch my medications. I've tried other medications but it takes your body some adjustment when you switch and my glucose levels would be so out of whack that it makes me feel ill so I went back to the Ozempic.
@@meganprotasio4563insurance companies won’t cover it. I work in a pharmacy and we specifically got a fax stating that insurance companies weren’t covering compounded Ozempic substitutions
I actually like that you mentioned the calories in her first day of eating. I was like damn I eat almost that at one meal! 😅 But I'm breastfeeding and my weight is stable at a weight I'm happy at, and I know breastfeeding mommas need more calories.
Oh goodness yes! Mamas need more calories!! It really does depend on the day for me - I eat until fullness vs counting calories because that is a whole other level of mental health issue for me. Some days I can eat a lot (yesterday I had yogurt, cottage cheese, olive oil cake, coffee, OJ, large meatball and wild rice, some corn chips, a bit of beet salad, two chicken drumsticks, a small piece of garlic toast AND a few starburst). Hahahaha. And some days closer to my injection I eat less. Abbey scolded me for lack of cals so now I’m really adamant on getting some good protein in first in the morning!
I lost 80 pounds a few years back. I had significant hair loss but it did grow back within a few months. :)
Thank you for this, been on for 2 months and have lost 32 lbs! Its really helping me and I appreciate you helping to normalize.
I love hearing Abbey talk about how we should be eating, I love taking her advice into account when i eat, been eating full fat greek yogurt with berries and protein granola for breakfast everyday, thats gotta be the best meal i make based on her suggestions but I'm getting there
Thank you both for sharing. This is such a supportive, positive conversation. I REALLY appreciate it.
This is single handely the BEST video diary series on the topic of semiglutide. I just started it, took my second dose and feel a change already. I have subscribed to this channel
I’ve admittedly been very skeptical about these drugs and said so in the comments of this series. I am glad to see that Ginger seems happy and healthy in her journey! One note and I know that this was likely said off the cuff and not thought out but please Abbey don’t compare being overweight to having cancer. Yes, we should have medical intervention for illnesses that sometimes accompany being in a larger body but being overweight isn’t an illness if you don’t have hypertension, diabetes, high cholesterol, etc.
I have binged watching this whole series and all I can say is THANK YOU Abbey and Ginger! This is so helpful to me as my doctor just recommended Ozempic to me. I really appreciate the realness of the journey- the good and bad. It's motivated me to have a better outlook on my journey I'm about to start and makes me start to really plan on how I can help prepare for possible side effects and also how I can add to the benefits of the drug (aka my diet and exercise regimine)
1000 - 1100 calories is kind of concerning to me, I'm just hoping that Ginger isn't intentionally restricting down to that amount.
I'm curious about what happens after the desired weight loss is achieved. It seems there will need to be lots of strategy when coming up in calories after eating 1100/day
It's most likely related to the medication as the drug makes you somewhat uninterested in food. You have to put in a lot of work and monitor your calories to ensure you get the right amount. I am on it and if I don't track I can sometimes consume 800-900 calories/day based on hunger cues only. But she may be doing it intentionally to see more rapid results. Hopefully not though.
What keeps striking me is that I feel like if someone wasn’t on weight loss drugs, dieticians would be telling them these calories are too low. Why is it different when drugs take away appetite vs someone just restricting?
@@StaceyUnclutteringthis is such an underrated observation. I really hope someone addresses this because I am 4’11” and these calories are still too low even for me
@@nicolet7735 I agree. I was on three medications plus Ozempic at first and it didn't take myself or my doctor long to decide that I had to get off of the two medications and cut the other in half. It was making me feel just ill and with a headache. I didn't want anything.I had to force myself to eat.Not good at first.After cutting out the extra Diabetic medications, the side effects stopped. I am still on the lower dose box. That may need adjusted up a little not much.My doctor is happy with my results and says I am one of the few that has lost more weight plus my A1C is 5.4. I love that I have dropped 6 sizes in pants! So I have new jeans and some new tops.I am smaller and I am happy. It is about training yourself to eat smaller portions.Eat on a smaller plate. Don't order large meals.I finally started taking vitamins again. My hair was thinning and I have very thick hair. I just could not tolerate the vitamins. Now my hair is thicker again.I need to get a little more walking . I don't think people should switch doses too fast just to lose weight faster. I started in late April last year and down 60 lbs.Just slow and easy.
Thank you both! I am staring wegovy and I am informed and inspired. Much appreciation. I relate so hard to Ginger.
Can't say I'm completely on board with this approach, but appreciate the open format. It helps educate regardless of bias 👍🏼
Hi! Ginger here. Completely, completely agree. While Abbey isn’t a proponent of using Ozempic as an easy way out, we both felt this could be a compelling series to really show what’s going on as I was embarking on the journey after many consults with doctors and a mind-bending egg freezing journey. Agreed that if you watch without bias, you can still learn so much. Even I’m learning as we tape these episodes!! :)
As a dietitian I’m anti-diet, HAES, etc. Like many dietitians I’m not a fan of weight loss for multiple reasons but I have enjoyed learning from this series. As dietitians we need to sometimes push our personal ideas aside and really help navigate what’s best for the patient. In this scenario, I see this drug being beneficial for people like Ginger who are putting in the HARD work. Thank you for this series and for Ginger being so vulnerable with us.
I'm so sick, I don't care how I look, but my body is quitting on me, and I need to do something. Between the mental health issues and the physical ones caused by the former, I kind of need this. I know it's not "healthy" to eat so little, but I was a dancer, used to exercise 3 hours a day, addicted to the high. Now I can't move, knees of a 70 year old my doctor told me at 50.
im curious, there have to be some situations where you approve of weight loss, right? or is it just that you don't like it framed around weight and instead prefer to focus on habits and behaviors? i just figure you'd probably support people who are at dangerously high weights reduce the stress theyre putting/experiencing on their body if it's necessary. im just genuinely curious what you mean exactly ~
Why the misuse of the Word DiET?! Anti- diet? Diet means- the sum of food consumed.
I never understood HAES cuz you wouldn't say someone whose over 600lbs is healthy the same way you wouldnt call someone severely underweight (like weighing 75lbs at 5'5) healthy either.
i think HAES is misguided. it's good to teach people that being healthy can look many different ways and some people may be skinnier or larger or built whatever way and still be healthy. really it's about the fact that generally speaking you cant determine someone's health status accurately from a simple look at their outward appearance. that said, it is objectively untrue that any size of human being can be healthy. it's like they have the right idea sort of but they're focusing on the wrong thing. that's the problem with a lot of body positivity too. the solution is not "everyone is pretty" it's "everyone is worthy of respect and compassion no matter what size they are". even if i agree that people can be pretty/attractive in an infinite amount of ways, i think the focus is misplaced. ok rant over lol @@rosurin3646
Love your consideration and support for her journey and med. wonderful advice!!! ❤❤
Any updates on Ginger? It's been a couple months since we last saw how she is doing.
Unsure if it's the lighting or your tee complementing your colouring but you're looking really fresh & well!
My son has lost 250 pounds on Ozempic- June was 1 year. It has saved his life. It was used specifically for weight loss. Now the time has come for him to maintain the weight loss.
I so enjoy this series, thank you
Hair loss due to inadequate protein! Thank you for mentioning this. Over the years I have had hair loss off and on, sometimes so severe I wore hairpieces. Tried many things, some a bit successful. No doctor mentioned to increase my protein for this. I learned that to avoid post-menopausal sarcopenia, I should increase my protein to about a gram per pound a day. Bam!! My hair started growing like gangbusters and is fuller than even as a teenager. I make a raw organic plain whey, eggs and mct oil vanilla or chocolate ice cream sweetened only with monk fruit liquid that I process in the ninja creami to get 66gm a pint. Such a treat and an easy lunch. Add a half pound of ground beef or venison with veggies for dinner to get the rest. I prefer two meals a day, and still manage to get enough protein now, with this strategy.
I'm eating 150gr per day. A huge go to for me is Greek yogurt (145gr) with a tablespoon of no sugar added jam, a tablespoon of Chia seeds, and enough Splenda. About 17-18gr of protein, lots of other good nutrients, and it tastes like dessert with low calories. Top their snack or dessert. I also use Greek yogurt as a replacement for sour cream.
@@CorwinFoundany one without sugar as l look ingredients and l see sugar
Hi abbey! You mentioned in passing your hairloss from adhd meds. I’m so curious about this because I’ve also noticed hairloss since starting adhd meds but it’s not technically a side effect.. what’s your experience?
Thank you for this helpful video Abbey! ❤
I gained my weight back. The cravings of food are uncontrollable 😊
Ginger and Abbey -- thank you so much. Your videos together helped me think through my doc's suggestion I start OZ and now help me check my food intake and know where I need to adjust (more protein, more! though I just found a tasty greek yogurt protein shake with fiber and 20g protein that is really helping!) 11 weeks in, 17 lbs down, blood pressure staring to look better, side effects galore but I can ride them out -- thank you two for being such a great support in your honesty, openness and solid information! ❤
Would you be able to talk about the side effects? It’s just a big part of the experience so I’m curious. If not, that’s totally fine.
Abbey! You are radiating in this video. Whatever it is, keep doing it❤
So happy for you!
1100 Calories?!! What? Seems to go against what Abby has always said about not enough Calories for a full grown adult. Her dose is too high.
For most people that's too low but since she's losing weight at a reasonable rate, Abbey is not as concerned
This surprised me too. 1000-1200 calories is basically the magic number for smaller women to lose weight. But Abby (and others) rail against this all the time as not enough calories for a toddler. Not it's OK as long as you lose at a sustainable weight but flat just not enough calories. I am having a tough time reconciling how she's ok with it for ginger since that's all she's hungry for. 7 months isn't a short amount of time either. Just hard to reconcile against all prior content.
Its definitely not enough i was eating 1300 before ozempic and told basically i have a ed and have trashed my metabolism
This series is so helpful. I really appreciate the candor
Go Ginger!!! So much of what you said resonates with me. We got this!!!
I LOVE U ABBYYYX I watch u for advice and keeping my body healthy as. Possible 🙇🏽♂️💗💯
I love this series and seriously check for a new video every month
Hey Abbey, thanks for the good content! Could you do a video about Bile Acid Malabsoprtion? Might have been the cause for my IBS for all those years. Never picked up on it through years of trying stuff and FODMAP mental breakdowns..
I wanted to mention that Ensure Max Protein has 30gs of protein. It is what I use to make sure I get in all of my protein. It uses milk protein, so it isn't vegan. I use it in my coffee, and cooking. I will say that it doesn't microwave well. I do love using it when making french toast though! I just thought I would mention. It could help!
It’s good to get the protein but Ensure also has a lot of questionable ingredients like chemicals that you don’t need in a protein. Maybe check around for a cleaner source. A plain high quality whey protein would be better.
Equate also has a high protein and low carb shake. It’s $21 for 12. It’s been such an easy way to get some protein.
If you lose a lot of weight it is known to cause hair loss. It's quite a normal thing to happen.
Thank you so much for these videos! I am struggling with food and ozempic right now. I am worried about getting enough food right now. So this been super helpful for me.
i loved watching you in real-time RD mode. it made me excited about my own path as an aspiring RD. your knowledge and the way you are always speaking on facts, but never being harsh is so admirable. thank you for this video!! ❤
I’m on Wegovy and I’m having massive hair loss! I think my weight is finally balancing and I have noticed less hair loss.
I find your pod cast is very informative
Thank you for this positive video!
You’re looking super glowy and healthy Abbey! Would love to know what you’re doing/what’s changed.
I’d love to hear your thoughts on the new Netflix doc you are what you eat!
ngl, from the stories people have told me about their ozempic journeys, I'm happy she's even eating as much as she is. I hope she takes this advice and uses it well!
I've been watching your channel for a while (year, year and a half give or take) and I absolutely love everything you are doing. The science, the measured delivery, the video editing....so great. BUT, this video, the message has me in tears of compassion and thankfulness. Can we all please, please stop shaming others for their personal journey, personal medical condition. Thank you for consistently pointing out that weight gain, struggle, body image/issues, whatever is a medical condition that we are only just finding actual solutions for and for those that can access and use these nascent solutions are not to be shamed or judged! So sick of the judgement and meanness our society puts on others. You are an Angel....Thank you!
Thanks for the love!!❤
I've been following this journey the entire time! Love the transformation. Was wondering what is your opinion on the skinny fat people who take It for vanity weight? It makes me upset I have a couple of friends who instead of learning how to eat right and exercise want a shortcut so they use ozempic. Why????
I started tracking fiber- and it works like ozempic for regulating blood sugars, appetite and fullness for me. the way I am full and satisfied- I actually under eat starchy carbs and sugars and have zero desire or craving for them.
I track to make sure I’m eating 1400 cals and even with exercise struggle to hit that.
I can’t imagine that ppl would be able to have an appetite for anything if they meet the fiber goals and take ozempic.
How do you get more fibre in? I can't eat much fruit due to GI issues.
@@lynncrfI would recommend a fibre supplement because I have similar issues. The brand I use is unflavored so I add it to coffee or tea in the morning. It is made for IBS struggles and is low FODMAP so it's good for my temperamental GI system (it's from Webber Naturals)
What types of food for fiber?
Adding in a protein shake that i drink throughout the day has been a game changer. Adds 20-40 grams of protein easy depending on thr shake. Evolve has 20g protein and 10g fiber. Some Fairlife ones have 42g protein.
I think it's great and wish her the best of luck. I take Phentermine, which works great for me. Hopefully there will no longer be shortages of Ozempic soon so all who want and need it can get it.
What is 2 mg..are you still on the 2.5 start doses? Thank you for sharing information is much needed to help others with this journey..
I was prescribed Ozempic for type II diabetes: A1c 11. After 6mns, blood sugar didn't come down at all & I only lost 10 lbs. I feared gastroparesis because my stomach was like a rock. Hair loss, vomiting, and horrific constipation were completely intolerable. Nutritionalist dietary guidelines: low glycemic veggies, lean proteins, limit starchy carbs, exercise, water intake. I still had cravings for sweets and salty foods. (I'm 58yrs, 180 lbs @5'1", and menopausal with diabetes.)
I stopped Ozempic because I became homebound with constipation and nausea.
Off Ozempic, I follow the dietary & exercise guidelines without the hard stomach, vomiting, & constipation. Blood sugar is down to under 190mg/dL after meals and 80-150mg/dL fasting. I take metformin and my insulin dose is stepping down. Weight loss is stubborn because I cave to cravings for salty snacks and no desire for protein foods. Maybe Ozempic made me accept a healthy diet.
How does diet with exercise play into weight loss and diabetes management with & without Ozempic?
Do others on Ozempic not have the traumatizing constipation and nausea?
Couldn’t do ozempic. I have gastroparesis but I could do Zepbound which is odd. Metformin is such a great affordable drug!!
@@meganprotasio4563 So much power to you and @roxanner.1014. I had medication-induced gastroparesis at 24/25 (and I couldn't take Reglan...) and I wouldn't wish it on anyone. Terrible condition. I feared food for so long afterwards. The uphill battle to get my stomach used to food volume again was one of the hardest things I'd ever done. You all are champions!
Just found your channel, love it! Can you tell me how much protein you recommend for a 174 lb woman taking mounjouro?
I super appreciate how you have incorporated HEALTHY discussions on weight loss recently as that is a goal for so many people. I have recently found success in quitting alcohol, starting a powerlifting program, aiming for 120g of protein a day, and eating as much fiber as possible. I stopped calorie counting! In 4 months I am down 27lbs and find my weigh obsession shifting to pride in the strength I have gained & how my clothes are looking and feeling. If anyone finds this useful, some of the products that help me meet these goals are: Isopure fruity protein powder (I dislike all the chocolate/peanut butter/vanilla options), Fiber Gourmet pasta-- it's a miracle product, and Joseph's lavash wraps (other brands are fine too, those are just my favorite). Love to all
Did you get some new lights for the set or are you just looking that radiant these days? You are beautiful. So beautiful.
Thank you for continuing to follow Ginger! I am at a miserable point with side effects right now on .5 so its great to see that I will get over it and there is a light on the other side! Just need the diarrhea to stoooooooopppppppp!!!!!!
That is what I'm afraid of. I here so much about anxiety, depression, and running to bathroom, I hope you start feeling better ❤
Just a suggestion: if Ginger lives in an area where Better Bagels are available, they're high protein and high fiber. I like half of one as a bedtime snack (with some vegan chocolate hazelnut spread) and it's pretty easy to fit into my macros even while on a cut (under the supervision of an RD who plans my macros out for me). Also, crunchy edamame bean snacks are high protein and super yummy! I get my favorite ones on Amazon and pick them as snacks on days when my meals aren't getting me close enough to my protein goal.
Thanks for vouching for these. I've wanted to try them, but they are expensive. I don't mind paying if they are good.
I was going to suggest the better bagel too! 25 g of protein and 33 g of fiber. They're obviously not a NY style bagel but they're good.
Can’t say I agree with using this particular medication for weight loss in those without diabetes (as in those who actually don’t need it). I had a diabetic coworker who struggled getting his prescription filled for Ozempic because of the shortage the weight loss craze caused.
This is interesting to me but I caution Americans who do not have a diabetes diagnosis that once BMI is in range you will not have insurance authorization so you will pay out of pocket. I work in primary care and we have to fight for coverage of these meds and many people can't afford to pay understandably. In America our insurances vary so much and I wish everyone had equal access to life enhancing meds
I have been Ozempic for eight months and I am officially down 75 pounds. This has been life changing for me. I have yo
Yo’ed my whole life with my weight. And for anyone thinking that this is the easy way out let me tell you it’s it’s not.
I’m reading through the comments during the sponsor and if it’s true that abbey doesn’t STRONGLY denounce 1100 calories in a day I will be incredibly disappointed. Thats an appropriate diet for a TODDLER not a grown ass woman.
yeah, I'm unfollowing due to the hypocrisy. I hope now that ozempic is the popular thing, Abby won't abandon all of her other points and teachings to jump on the trend. We've seen countless videos (Kelly Ripa, Victoria Beckham, ballerinas, influencers Hadids) where she was "concerned" that caloric intake was too low but now suddenly it's fine? Make it make sense.
@@anikaclay5100My guess is that Ozempic is a popular topic right now and Abbey wants her slice of the pie, whatever happened to “health at every size” that she used to preach? 🤔
I’m also confused
Abbeys also on adhd meds which causes weight loss …I’d like to see how she eats ,not on the meds …
The reason 1200kcal/day is appropriate for a toddler is because a toddler is supposed to DOUBLE in size, thereafter continuing to grow rapidly. A toddlers intake is not supposed by any means meant to maintain their tiny size...a toddler needs to eat at a surplus to grow. An adult who also consistently eats double calories they need to maintain a healthy size will also eventually double in size. An adult has completed their growth cycle and an unhealthy surplus will yield unhealthy long-term results. The two situations are not same; this oft repeated bit of information is disingenuous. Now. Whatever an individuals maintenence may be, 1200 is the reccomended *minimum* for a woman in a deficit to get the essential nutrients she needs while losing weight. Below that it becomes difficult to get the appropriate amount, again, *while* safely losing, which I do believe Abby said. Multiple times, just kindly. The reccomended amount to safely lose starts at 500 below your current maintenance; for most, that is well above 1200kcal, especially if your starting point is overweight. I believe what this exchange was trying to put out, again so compassionately that some of us almost miss it, is that it is impossible *not* to lose weight in a deficit, which Ginger is certainly in, and there is NO NEED to have such an agressive one in the high of ones weight loss finally being sucessful. Have a bit more protein and healthy fiber to keep healthy in body AND in mind while you continue your journey. That was my read at least. And I (hope?) it was Gingers - I'm wishing her all the best.
Great video as always Abbey! But can you please adjust the intro volume I just blew out my eardrums on my AirPods lol it is sooooo much louder than the rest of the audio in your video 😂
Thank you for this video. I’m on Wegovy and struggling with getting enough protein because I’m not hungry and feel grossed out by many foods. While watching I had some Greek yogurt and peanut butter
There has been a study with identical twins where one ate the standard American diet and the other twin ate more fiber. The one who ate more fiber was the thinner one. So anyone who is on a diet, add more fiber.
With any weight loss pill or surgery, you have to CHANGE YOUR EATING HABITS,. PERIOD. People need to face that fact. Plus Ozempic is out of reach for most people because of the cost. And you GOT TO EXERCISE or keep physically active.
Love your tips abby
I think that "I like to see result right away" is the key to all diet "failures". Chnging lifestyle is slow but safe
I want to start by saying - people can do whatever they want with their own bodies and this has helped her reach her goals, she seems happy, great.
30 lbs in 30 weeks is about what is possible on your own by cutting calories and moving a bit more, for most people. So it doesn’t seem faster than normal weight loss strategies. I’m also hearing that results may not sustain after coming off the drug, just like normal weight loss. So while ozempic may help because it’s kind of guaranteeing you won’t quit, it isn’t doing anything that revolutionary, it’s not a magic bullet for weight loss. I also am surprised at how little this woman is eating. Under 1000 calories a day? Someone of her size should be able to eat more than that and still lose a lb a week with a little movement. Part of me wonders if she’s not losing more weight because she’s not eating ENOUGH, and there must be side effects to not getting proper nutrition, protein, etc as a result.
That's because semaglutide works by addressing insulin resistance (which makes it easier to accomplish the things that *do* cause fat loss), not by burning extra fat in and of itself.
I get the desire to stop yo yo dieting, I get the idea of addiction and needing the food noise to stop for some people, but yeah, wow this is just such a complicated topic. I don’t think this drug is for everyone who struggles with their weight, and I’m not sure we know enough about the long term impacts.
@@mynameiskeely Yes, I understand the mechanism. I’m just saying this is being used by a lot of people for weight loss and toted as a weight loss drug, when it’s really not working that revolutionarily. Perhaps it would be better to call it a food addiction therapy or a mental health drug for food noise.
For people who don’t struggle with metabolic disease it’s impossible to understand how someone can eat 1000 calories and not drop a considerable amount of weight rapidly, but it’s also the same reason why people struggle to lose weight “just eating less and moving more” like everyone else seems to think is so easy.
Maybe reserve judgement if you haven’t walked in another persons shoes.
@BoringTroublermaker - I couldn't agree more. As an obese person, I eat better and less than many friends and co-workers. I exercise more than most of them too. I could never understand why I was the fattest, even my brother said, "I don't know how you're as fat as you are!".
…i normally have a very short attention span, but i was fully focused on this- such a wonderful and informative video- ive been on ozempic for 4 weeks and have lost 20lbs- i still have a long way to go- ozempic really has helped my dependency on food almost non existent- and when i do crave a no-no, the stomach quickly fills you AND reminds you why you stopped going that route- your stomach becomes so sick- I know we shouldn’t need the reminders, but i admit that I’ve needed them, due to previous stress eating- for me ozempic slaps you on the back and says, nope… we’re not doing this again- i am so extremely grateful- so far i have no symptoms, except the very few times I’ve tried a no-no (soda/burger/fry, etc)- idk, it just guides me- takes my hand and keeps me focused- this video tremendously helped me in regards to remembering protein and adding colors to my diet- i definitely want to keep the weight off, but in doing so i must continue to learn a positive relationship with food- and ozempic has become that blessing for me- phenomenal video ladies. thank you!
I took Ozempic, but decided to stop taking it after only 8 weeks, because I had so many side effects.
I felt light headed and was extremely tired all the time which impacted my life very much in a negative way.
I wasn’t as productive at work, couldn’t be bothered to play with my kid, had to take naps in the afternoon to get through the day and stopped working out completely because I didn’t have the energy for it.
This is of course the opposite of what you want on a weight loss journey and it slowed down my weight loss significantly. I was already thinking of stopping Ozempic when I got a cholecystitis (inflammation of the gall bladder), which is a known/possible side effect of this medication. I stopped immediately because I got so bad that I was at risk of loosing my gall bladder. I’m glad Ozempic works so well for some people, but it definitely can have severe side effects.
Ive had gastric bypass (my hubby is on Wegory) and hair loss due to metabolic shock from losing weight is probably the #2 most common side effect (with constipation clearly taking first place) for both. Unfortunately, there is no pill, potion or shampoo that will stop your hair from falling out or slow it from happening. Eating your protein, as you mentioned, and taking good quality vitamins will make your hair grow back in more quickly WHEN YOUR BODY IS READY to grow the hair back. It's usually a 2-4 month transition. It clearly sounds like you need to be your friends dietitian! If she has one, they are not doing her justice and you could just hear how much she was learning in just one phone call with you! Are you a registered dietitian or just a nutritionist? Im just curious, because you are very knowledgeable and passionate about career.
She is an RD... I agree with you about Ginger needing to hire her. I was taken aback by her what I eat in a day and knew Abbey was going to say something about it.
Abby you sound like my nutritionist with all your tips!
Well, she is a dietician...lol
I had a lot of hair loss on ozempic and so did a lot of the people I know. My hair dresser said she saw it in almost all her clients who were on a glp-1.
Abbey, please can you review Zoe? I'd love to hear your thoughts!
There's a shortage of rybelsus in Scotland I'm on it for diabetes. Interested to know how ginger got on with the rybelsus
I appreciate your suggestions for swaps to add protein, fiber, and eating 3 colors.
Had a friend who tried it but gained. Not for everybody, though when it works, it can be really great. Wishing Ginger the best with her efforts and thanks for sharing IRL experience
Ive been on it for 11 weeks and lost 21 pounds so far. I have also been drinking a lot water, eating healthier overall, being more active, and practicing portion control. My bmi was 34 and now its 31. My back issues have completely went away and I feel less weighed down and better physically than I have in years. I do still need to be a little more active but im working on it. My goal is to lose 13 to 33 more pounds which will put me at 170 to 190. I used to take other otc diet mecicine many many years ago and was able to keep the weight off when stopping. Im hoping I have the same outcome with this drug. 😊
Can you do a video on monjaro, I’ve. Been on it for the last few months and have lost 60ish pounds, I’m a type 2 diabetic and have been able to get my A1C down to 5.2
Should ask her doc about bariatric induced telegen effluvium (common in vsg and bypass surgery and maybe adding a little topical rogaine) as a stylist I saw this a lot even with phentermine users
Abbey, do you still live in Canada? seems like Hungry Root does not ship to Canada : (