Thank you. As a nurse, I am concerned with how a prescription drug becomes so popular. I'm glad it works for some people... But it's a DRUG, and it will not work universally for all people. You also talked a lot about how you continued to communicate with, and work with your doctor. People need to hear that. I'm sorry it was so awful for you.
So sorry ozempic didn't work for you. I have been on it for almost 2 yrs I think with a 70 lb weight loss !! Normal BS, A1C normal, off insulin. Have had gastric issues off and on but not quite bad enough to go off ozempic ! My neighbor also has has good success but her sister was on it and , like you, saw no benefit of weight loss. I do think of it as an amazing drug and again, so sorry for your experience 😬
No one knows what the long term effects are going to be . I practiced pharmacy for 43yrs . There were many drugs removed from the market after being used for many years because deadly of side effects discovered later .
I'm so sorry. My husband was on it for about 2 years. It has DESTROYED his stomach and intestines. He took it for pre diabetes. He lost weight yes, but it was not worth it. As soon as he stopped, which everyone eventually has to, he gained it all back then some. He has horrible spastic colon and paralyzed stomach. Pain almost every day. It was and is horrible. Cannot leave for anywhere without knowing where a bathroom is. Doctors are prescribing this to everyone. Think twice people.
My husband was on Ozempic for two years for type 2 diabetes. He slowly turned into a sad, anxious little man. A couple of months ago, there was an Ozempic shortage so the doctor switched him to Rybelsus. It has the same main ingredient as Ozempic which is semaglutide. Within a couple of weeks, my poor husband was so panicky he could barely function. I told him my findings about semaglutide and mood changes and he quit cold turkey. Four weeks later he's feeling much better but isn't completely out of the woods yet. I hope and pray he will make a full recovery and that those drugs haven't made permanent changes to his brain.
When you don’t eat super healthy AND workout, you don’t get all that you need. You will become anxious and sad and other things when you are being malnourished It’s sucks because I’ve been on all the sides of this medication and It’s very delicate It’s a balance If you aren’t all in and keeping up with water in take, same routine and same simple foods everyday This is where troubles begin I am all over the place, the first time I took it I was doing SO GOOD my husband got laid off so I wasn’t able to eat like I was before and it was making me so sad I didn’t go workout I started again and I didn’t Have the tools(food) I needed, we were so broke! It messed me up so bad!!!! Either you’re ready and all in or don’t do it , it’s seriously our life change and it’s not a miracle drug you have to put in the work and you have to be consistent day and day out for as long as it takes It’s hard to explain to everyone, but I’ve been on all sides of Ozempic before I started, after I started, I was successful, and I had the worst experience, because I am so inconsistent. Moneywise I Olympic is not for me Sometime in the future, when I am able to get food that I need to be successful
Just pay attention to what's normal for you to feel and whether or not difficult life circumstances could be the cause of any new depression or anxiety. If the ozempic is the only link, then you know it's time to try something else. I hope it works out for you. @collettewhosthatgirl1330
@collettewhosthatgirl1330 I've been on it since Nov 2022 for diabetes. It's lowered my A1c to 5.3 and I've lost 60 pounds. I have no symptoms at all. At first I would get a bit of nausea, but I don't even get that anymore.
“I knew I’d have it harder because of my thyroid problems, PCOS, and daddy issues” she was so real for that one 😩💀💀 clinically depressed, autoimmune disorder gang RISE UP ☝️💯🥲
My aunt took this and had pretty much the same symptoms. Her doctor was thrilled that she "lost" 25 pounds, but then she responded with, "I can't eat anything because I'm afraid to sh*t myself!" She no longer taking it.
@@JamieLBW Recently got health insurance again after years without. I've been to 8 different doctors in the last 3 months and none of them have mentioned my weight, not even my PCP. I'm the one that does in order to control the conversation, and I just say "I'm not interested in talking about my weight". When I was younger, it was forcibly talked about every visit. More and more modern doctors do not hound as much. They just want to make sure the weight isn't new. And to be fair.. if you have a doctor that makes you feel bad, say something. I straight up say "I have a lot of anxiety about going to doctors because I have been unfairly judged in the past." You are their customer essentially. Idk why people continue to put up with being treated like a second class citizen by doctors. As someone who has worked with doctors and grew up meeting lots of doctors as a patient, YOU have all the power. If you don't like the way you are being treated, tell them that and report them to patient advocacy. Review their ass on Google and any other site that their name pops up. Also remember that doctors need to be reminded that we are humans first and patients second.
Thank you for sharing your story. Five weeks ago, my endocrinologist put me on the drug to lose weight and control my blood sugar. I too have thyroid issues and type 2 diabetes and other medical issues. Day 2 after taking the injection I started with the severe nausea, every single day with feelings of being unwell all of the time. Called the office and was assured that the nausea would go away by week four. Not! Vomiting started along with the nausea. My appetite was gone, and my morning blood sugars was in the 50's and 60's. I could only eat very small meals. I lost only 8 pounds in 5 weeks. I did not take the 5th week dose of the increase to 0.5mg. I see the doctor next month and will tell him then that I will not be taking any more of that drug. I may be fat, but I've lived this long, I'm 67, so I'll die fat with no nausea and vomiting. For those that take it without problems and lose weight, good for you. For those who have problems, I really feel for you.
Jaime I am seeing you for the first time!!! Nice to meet you. I am a registered nurse and so many coworkers are taking Ozempic. I had to try it and had negative effects. I do not have any of the conditions you have but had tremendous gastric and gut pain. Like you, I continued to talk myself into believing it was my fault, my diet, my body, until one day my pain felt like pancreatitis, pain, so intense, went around to my back; I called in sick to work and I finally went off of it. I did lose 25 lbs, but gained 10 back as soon as I went off. After a couple months Ozempic free and am now on Mounjaro day 3. So far so good and no gastric upset. As far as the insomnia, I used to say I will never be able to sleep, but it will happen for you. Love yourself, be kind to yourself and slow down. I believe a lot of weight is stress related. I don't mean to preach and say all with love, but I am 60 and rest much better since I am older. I will pray you rest well and sleep. Much love and God Bless you sweetie. Love your open honest genuine freedom. What a gift.
Why don't doctors see the connection of gall bladder, thyroid, IBD, PCOS, high blood pressure, fibroids etc.? Women with these problems find losing weight nearly impossible with exercise and diet. This drug and these women do not do well, and suffer. Jaime thank you, sharing this is an example of being a brave woman.
if that were the case they would not loose weight on ozempic etc...but they do..because they eat less --- an amazing drug and far less dangerous than obesity which is the number 2 contributor to cancers behind smoking
O would wonder, u r carb/sugar sensitive, poison for u? Something Jas to work for you, lots of water, running, aerobics, 3-Xs A week, lift some min weights. So, something will work for UR weight lpss. Most, 99.99999999999% hate alr, she is a pathological liar, gas lighter, abusive to gf and their moms, out and out arrogant mean hateful girl.Character trait of a Blizzard in the middle of a highway.
From what Ive seen low carb or even no carb works really well due to the fact that we don't deal great with sugars due to insulin resistantce and carbs are just complex sugars that are harder to break down
@@downieduck2414 Did you watch the video? For some women it is a life saver, for others very detrimental to their lives. Jaimie did not lose an ounce, even with no appetite and debilitating diarrhea and neither do many women with these issues. That is the whole point of Jaimie's post, she tried as hard as she could. I know women who starved themselves and showed signs of malnutrition and still did not lose. Telling these women to just diet and exercise harder and the weight will come off is abusive.
My doctor is trying to convince me to go on Ozempic. It's been 40 years of eating disorders, dieting and recovery. Know why I want to lose weight? I've looked deeply into this since I stopped obsessing over my body. It's not because I think fat people are less attractive, it's not because I hate my body. I dealt with any fatphobia in my head a loooooong time ago. It's not even for health reasons - my numbers (save for BMI) are perfect. I live a healthy and active life. It's only and entirely because when you're fat, a majority of people treat you like absolute, literal, worthless dogsh*t. There's no escape. It's all the time. I'll take your experience into consideration, because most reviews just seemed too... positive. I'll admit I don't have digestive issues and might not be as likely to have trouble, but it's worth paying attention to how I feel if I do try it out. Much later. After the shortage is dealt with.
It's surprising to me how little compassion people have for overweight people. They'll say, "just stop eating so much!" As though it's always that simple. It makes me wanna say, "oh, is that what YOU did to get so fit?" Because I can tell from that lack of empathy that they've never been obese before.
@@totesmcgoats435 or people in general. I know people might roll their eyes at me saying this, but I'm thin (skinny) and have had someone roll their car window down and throw fast food garbage at me yelling to "eat a burger!!" People suck!!!
Yes these shots are very dangerous side affects and when u stop them u gain triple the weight back it’s a temporary fix not permanent all of these are no good it’s a money making scam and their are law suits going on with all these meds !
Long time viewer! I wanted to add something I think would be important. I work in clinical research and was working on a study for this specific drug. The one thing that was repeated over and over at the conferences, meetings, study guides, etc. was that it causes GI issues for most users. In order to maintain the best possible results for the drug, we had to coach our participants on diet, exercise, and *honesty*. We encouraged (not forced, but it was HIGHLY encouraged) our subjects to avoid spicy foods and follow a healthy diet. We offered “goodie bags” with materials that helped them as their trial progressed. It was VERY important that we took time to explain the GI side effects and they gave us every measure on how to reduce them if a participant began having them. I do not think it should be so widely available because it is a longterm and sometimes lifelong commitment. A lot of people gain weight back after stopping. It’s hard seeing everyone receive this drug so casually when in reality it should be handled with great care. Thank you for being so transparent!! All that glitters is not gold!
How long did the trial last? I was on it due to what my dr said..which was inaccurate, insulin resistance.. I never suffered from uti or thyroid pain until I was 3 months into the treatment. My sister began having thyroid pain and she had some growth on it, now she has to take euterox. I questioned it and stopped the second I started literally peeing blood. It is a serious drug and has serious side effects. I am beyond shocked at how this is easily purchased and self diagnosed by people for weightloss (and I see even family members taking this just to lose 20lbs) this is dangerous and needs to be controlled for only people who are candidates for it.
Imagine what the medical community will reveal after a few years of observing people using these meds for the weight loss and not as a diabetic. Not throwing shade but phen phen was just this back in the day and doctors were encouraging all of us to use this miracle weight drug. Turned out to cause heart problems.
My Mom literally had to go to the emergency room. She was short of breath. They found that her kidney function was 10-15%. This morning the doctors said it was caused by the ozempic
Really her kidneys are failing from ozempic? I’m so sorry. I have been short of breath then almost pass out or do pass out when I stand up. It is completely nuts
Yeah, Dr. Attia's video said the inhibitors in the drug could also affect kidney function because those receptors are also located in the kidney. Basically this is a study that everyone has become a lab rat to see long-term results. Hope your mom is going to get better, how awful for her.
This happened to my 35 year old cousin about 3 months ago. Used it for 4 weeks. She was in kidney failure and ended up in ICU. Her doctor had never heard such a thing caused by Ozempic. It was a freak incident but it does happen on the rare occasion. Now she’s on another injection and does well.
Wegovy almost killed my sister. Shes 35. She was in the hospital for an entire month and almost died from dehydration and starvation because her stomach lost the ability to digest entirely. She had her gallbladder removed and its caused long term liver damage.
So sorry your sister has gone through so much. People don’t understand how horrible gastroparesis is & I don’t think believe it could happen to them. The reason there is a lack of appetite is because the food you ate just sits in your stomach. You will eventually have to throw it all up or it will move through the intestines very quickly & cause very watery diarrhea. That means no nutrients have time to be absorbed. Weight loss, loss of strength & electrolytes are messed up. Dangerous drug imo.
One thing I’ve learned with having medical problems is trust your body if you know something is wrong or you second guess yourself don’t. You are absolutely right.
@constancecondit4349 I also have constipation but stopped for over a month but, still have constipation. How long did it take you to resolve? Mine could be another med, trying to figure it out! Thanks you
Yes & it’s taking forever to figure it out, medication by medication. I was so excited about my results from Ozempic & I have been off of it for over 8 weeks yet still constipated! Your right it could be anything
@@lindaM82224 I stopped Ozempic in Oct 2023 and finally got fairly normal in middle Jan 2024. The brain is involved so it takes a bit. Still gassy and burping so still acting up. (New since Ozempic.) I think my age (78) is a big factor. Muscle mass loss and the intestines are a muscle.
I work in a Diabetes clinic, with people who have diabetes. Before this I worked for an Endocrinologist who worked with people with insulin resistance who did not have diabetes along with all the other disease states in the endocrine realm. Ozempic is the same drug as Wegovy, Wegovy is just a higher dosage specifically for weight loss. Rybelsus is the exact same drug as Ozempic, just in an oral form. Maunjaro is a slightly different molecule, with a slightly different acting mechanism but that produces similar results. As with any medication there will be people who have side effects, some mild, some major. There is no longer a supply shortage as Lilly opened a manufacturing plant here in the US specifically to produce Ozempic and the supply chain issues have also been sorted out. Maunjaro is currently undergoing trials to get put on the market as a weight loss medication as well. More and more the medical community is coming to see that being overweight is actually a disease state for many people that 'diet and exercise' just won't 'cure'. Many people that are helped with these medications to get to a 'healthy' weight (and I am putting these in quotations because to a certain extent weight is a societal issue that we absolutely need to work on but until then these medications can help those who don't want to deal with the stares and the judging, anymore.) will need to stay on these medications in a maintenance mode just like people with diabetes often have to take some form of medication for life. The same for high blood pressure, high cholesterol, chronic pain, arthritis, etc. Again. There will always be people these will not work for but we need to stop shaming people (and I am in no way intimating that you are) for choosing medication as a way to control and maintain weight because it absolutely is a disease state just as real as diabetes, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, lupus, etc. Also, it is important here to note that despite what her title says, she didn't take Ozempic. She was taking something from a compound pharmacy, and though the active ingredient is the same, those inactive ingredients do have an effect on the body and can also cause side effects. For her, though, I will say that she is probably one of the unfortunate people who just had a strong negative reaction to the medication. It can happen. In my clinic it's about 5% of our patients that we've tried it on who either can't take it at all or who are limited to the lowest dose. Thank you, Jaime for sharing your story and bringing awareness to yet another tool people can use if it works for them in our fight for physical and mental health, as well as the risks that all medications and treatments can have.
"...being overweight is actually a disease state for many people that 'diet and exercise' just won't 'cure'." Very well said! I had RnY gastric bypass and had to take a few weeks of classes prior to surgery. I was really surprised at the science behind CHRONIC obesity/over weight and all its links to other illnesses. Once I had surgery began shedding weight, all sorts of medical issues were resolved. When I reached a health set point weight, it became clear that my weight struggles were an outward expression of internal illnesses. After these illnesses were brought to light and properly treated, I've had no issue maintaining the most active, healthiest livestyle I've ever had.
Thank you for this comment! I've been taking Ozempic for months now, and I am diabetic. I have been on 1mg for a while to control sugars and got my A1C down to 5.8! My Dr has now increased me to 2mg to help with weight loss, and he said that is the dosage for the best results for losing weight. I haven't weighed yet, but I feel smaller already!
Apparently there’s still a shortage … I’m diabetic, and my doctor prescribed me this before my insurance was to be cancelled because I got laid off (this was at the beginning of April). They didn’t get any in until the beginning of May, so I couldn’t even get it. It’s really frustrating so many non-diabetics are using this instead of WeGovy, so us diabetics can’t even get it. 🤦♀️
No one could pay me enough to take this ever. Wow, thank you. All of this is horrific. I already struggle with rampant anxiety, insomnia, depression, stomach pain, autoimmune issues, and hormone problems. After watching this, I thank God I was warned, because I couldn't handle them being made worse. It's not worth it. I have dodged a bullet. Thank you for sparing me all this!
I justed watched her video this week! I think that by Celina opening up about their terrible experiences with this class of medication, more creators will as well. The severe adverse psychological side effects that they both spoke about are scary. Even with knowing everyone will have a different experience and that those are said to be treated side effects, I kinda want to see the clinical trial data.
I, too, just watched that video. I think the truth of side effects aren't being told as readily because of the user trying to justify them so they can finally find something that helps them to stop incessantly thinking about food.
I wondered if anyone else saw that. I mean, of course they did, but i wondered if there was crossover. ❤ Thanks for sharing, that had to suck big eggs. 😢
I just commented the same thing. Should have kept reading. 😂 My Dr suggested it after phentermine quit helping but I’m pretty sure I want nothing to do with this. I cannot spare the time or space for a mental health crisis. ETA not that anyone can, but I have a gaggle of kids and grad school and I’m barely surviving as is and am convinced I cannot take the risk to feel as poorly as Celina or Jaime did.
Jaime, there's a saying in Ireland. "Hindsight is foresight for a gobshite" . If you knew then what you know now, you would never had gone through it. I've watched your confidence grow over the last few years but you still don't see yourself as most of your followers do. A beautiful person both inside and out who entertains and genuinely makes me belly laugh at your content. No meds needed, you're great just as you are ❤
She might need medication for PCOS weight management. I had a friend with PCOS (who sadly passed away very young in an unrelated accident) and I remember she was always on diets and exercising, and trying so hard to stay in shape, but the PCOS made it incredibly hard for her to stay at a healthy weight, no matter how diligent she was. Jaime pretty much said the same thing in the video. It’s one thing to have self-love and acceptance, but it’s another to want to manage a health condition and be at the weight you want to be. Chronic illness is incredibly hard, especially with comorbitity. That said, medical professionals, friends, and family memeber really need to listen to the feelings of the chronically i’ll and not dismiss them or talk them into a medication that is obviously doing them harm or has awful side effects.
@@aWomanFreed it’s not about beauty, it’s about health. I feel more beautiful when I’m overweight, but I’m less healthy. Sorry to break it to you, blood pressure and hearts and joints don’t care about beauty.
I'm so sorry you went through this terrible experience. Thank you for sharing this. You are absolutely beautiful. Please don't think you ever need to change.
My mom was on Mounjaro and lost so much weight but had to get emergency gallbladder removal surgery while on it, despite never having gallbladder issues before. Doctors told her it’s unrelated, but I think it is.
I lost weight very fast by dieting and indeed it caused gallbladder issues - tons of stones. Edit: Forgot to mention, this was according to the surgeon.
I think misery loves company. When someone gets upset your trying to lose weight for yourself and they take it personally it’s because they are jealous you are doing something they can’t or won’t. I would bet that if most of the people crying fatphobic had a fairy godmother tell them they could make them skinny in that moment they would do it in a heartbeat.
I don't think improving your health is fatphobic. Being so insistent on the possibilty of not being fat anymore, that you are willing to live in constant pain, damaging your organs, and no longer living your life, is fat phobic. Skinny=/=healthy. Fat=/=unhealthy. I'm not saying Jaime is fatphobic. I don't know her personally and I appreciate her candor, but I think this situation is worth unpacking with a ED specialist.
@@daniellerichardson5900 I disagree. And with all due respect, it sounds like that's exactly what you're saying. Being phobic means your scared of something, I truly believe that Jaime just wanted badly for this medicine to work. I mean heck, you see everyone around you getting results, I would keep trying as well. Not wanting to admit that this medicine was causing her issues, is waaaayyyyyy different than being fat phobic. And when did this word salad "fat phobic" become so prevalent? I feel like I'm taking crazy pills sometimes with the stuff that comes out of the internet.
I dunno, y'all... I AM FAT-PHOBIC for myself, in my OWN body, because it's self centered fear only. I was born in '85, 6'1", and had to sew her own clothes because XL wasn't large enough. Kate Moss was the icon then. I know it's not my fault and I know it's unhealthy to fear your body, but I think a "phobia" is a new Vocab term for me, for myself at least. I don't give 2 💩 about OTHER peoples' bodies TBH. I actually get triggered by people trying to lose body fat because they often don't need to, but I have to be delicate about if I'll be authentic with them or not. Anywho... Fat-phobia... If that's part of my disordered ideas about food: I'm afraid of fat because of what the world says ABOUT fat people. Cool, next therapy topic 😂 I love the comments section!
@Leigh Ann McDowell Does homophobic mean scared of gay folx? Or general disgust and rejection? What would you call going to any and all lengths to distance yourself from "fatness" out of disgust and rejection?
You are very entertaining, I even listened to the ads! I always normally skip them. Good on you for being so down to earth, informative, and entertaining all wrapped up in the one package.
I am like you a high functioning depressive and anxious person. I am so glad I never tried this drug. I would have probably had a very similar reaction to what you did with anxiety. Thank you so much for sharing your story and glad I found your channel. :) Also there is a lot of bad things coming out about this drug that just breaks me heart for the people it affected long term after they stopped the drug.
The issue that isn’t being discussed: your digestion is directly related to your mental health, hormones , and so many other things: on one hand we have “gut health” as a huge trend and on the other hand we have a drug that makes people constipated as the miracle drug.
The gut/mind connection is REAL. I'm on the other side of the spectrum, so to speak. My BMI is just below healthy at 17.7. I've had severe anxiety and panic disorders since childhood, but they've worsened as I've gotten older. I'm on meds and therapy to manage my symptoms, and well! But the only problem left is my inability to eat. So many people make assumptions about why I'm as slender as I am, and they *really* hurt. I worry if I'll ever be able to enjoy food again. This eating thing started almost right when lockdown happened. I try so hard to eat the food and consume the calories I need, but it's damn-near impossible when your guts are doubled-over with anxiety. Being a human with a body is hard.
@Dunika No. Although, Ozempic can do either. It slows down digestion and lowers blood sugar. The unintended consequence being, it helps you lose weight. Weight loss is the side effect. Some people should not take it. Ever.
@@starryeyedtarot8876 hey I just wanted to say that you’re not alone!! I also feel unable to eat when stressed and the pandemic caused me to become underweight. Thankfully I’m a healthy weight again at the moment but it’s still hard to make sure I stay here. And I’m a lot weaker than I was before because I haven’t gained a lot of the muscle I lost back yet. I understand what you mean about how it’s hurtful that people will accuse us of not eating on purpose or having disorders we don’t have :/ I think people need to understand that disordered eating is not always one of the named eating disorders. Sometimes disordered eating has a cause that has nothing to do with body dysmorphia or wanting to lose weight.
I was on Ozempic and lost some weight. I stopped because it made my internal organs feel uncomfortable. I think it’s even weird to be aware of one’s internal organs.
some people simply just are more aware of their specific body parts and organs. ive always been aware of my veins and my organs and it saved my life when i got sepsis lol
I happened upon your video. I watched it all the way through and I'm glad I did! Now I'm thankful for my stage 3B kidney failure, which prevented me from trying Ozempic!
I had to drop ANOTHER COMMENT BECAUSE YOUR MONOTONE COMICAL TRANSPARENCY IS DEFINITELY A MOOD LIFTER, THAT I DIDN'T KNOW THAT I NEEDED!!! SO THANK YOU ❤❤❤❤
Jaime, I kno u r a low thyroid girlie. I want to let you know you’re not alone. I recently gained 30lbs on the scale in three weeks with no diet change. Thyroid weight is so weird and it feels like someone else’s body most of the time. It’s kinda traumatic having this swollen tissue that’s not really fat but it’s not really water either just engulfing you in rapid gains then basically refusing to leave. Don’t lose hope. I never will!
You might want to look into sites like stop the thyroid madness. Issues like this are often due to improper medications and dosages, and the insane amount of poor endocrinologists around. There are options to get better, but you have to do a lot of research to get there.
I relate too! I do have Hashimoto's and endometriosis but also insulin resistance. When I got my gallbladder removed the weight shot up exponentially. It sucks.
Jamie I literally am so glad you uploaded this!!! No one believes me when I say I felt like literal shit taking this medicine (and mounjaro)!! And I didn’t lose a POUND. I couldn’t even get out of bed to go to the gym. Another weird symptom I had was joint pain! No where listed in the side affects!! But anyway I am so thankful you uploaded this.
Isn’t it funny when a weight loss strategy doesn’t work it’s because we are “lying” or “doing it wrong?” Why isn’t the strategy ever to blame? Maybe it’s not healthy or truly doesn’t work for everyone because bodies are complicated 🤷🏻♀️
Exactly the same here. I talked to three different doctors over 3 years now about my involuntary weight gain and all of them were absolutely sure I needed ozempic/Saxenda. I tried it twice within half a year and stopped both times after one pen, because I felt as if my intestines were imploding, I didn’t lose any weight, I felt sick and literally masochistic, even with the whole needle-thing. It’s painful and it made me feel as if I am more sick than I actually am. Anyway, my point is that the third doctor that suggested it to me was „really surprised“ that I had such a bad experience. And I honestly feel as if the docs receive wrong information on ozempic and it’s actual side-effects. O, I forgot to mention, I had heart-palpitations as well… that was seriously scary.
Of course you didn’t lose any weight; you stopped after one week. I’m down 60 pounds. Dude effects were terrible at first but now are not bad a year in. It’s changed by life.
I'm so glad you posted this. I've been a follower for a while, but I was just now recommended this - and I have a doctor's appointment this week to discuss weight loss medications. I've lost 55 pounds on my own, but I also have PCOS and I'm plateauing and can't get any farther, even exercising intensely and eating healthy every day. So it seems like a good thing...but I'm so nervous about it. I feel like all I hear is bad things. I have a history of suicidal ideation (a long time ago), and I saw another CZcamsr talking about how much Ozempic put them in a suicidal/depressive episode. I really don't want to do weight loss medications, but I don't know what else to do.
I don’t know if this will help but I talked with my doctor about two months ago about struggling to lose weight. I’ve never had a problem losing weight before and couldn’t figure out what my problem is. I’m on Prednisone which does increase appetite. I will be 60 this year and have arthritis, moderate asthma, fibromyalgia, neuropathy and am immunocompromised. He put me on Phentermine. I take it once a day (It’s a pill.) and it helps with appetite. I do still get hungry but not like before taking it. I’ve lost 24 pounds in about two months, but I am also doing Weight Watchers and sticking to it religiously. I’m also trying to be more active when I’m feeling up to it. I hope this helps.
@@bellah8393 thank you!! One of my friends is on Phentermine as well, and she loves It. Her doctor told her she shouldn't be on it longer than 3 months since it's a controlled substance, but my doctor says I would need to be on it for the rest of my life if I start. What did your doctor tell you about going off of it?
I'm 65 and diabetic. Thank you for being open and honest and sharing this valuable information.Very sorry to hear about all the health issues you have had to go through. Don't let anyone pressure you into anything. Just do what's right for you. Only recently discovered your channel. Your videos have been a real bright spot for me. Laughter is very important.
I’m sorry it didn’t work for you. Mounjaro has literally saved my life but after 6 months, I stopped losing weight and I had to get out of the rabbit hole because I was comparing myself to others and felt so sad that I didn’t reach my ultimate weight loss goal. However, I’m no longer diabetic and I’m down 50 lbs and the quiet mind is huge for me. Good luck on your journey - whatever your goal!
I just switched to maunjaro this week from semeglutide… definitely less nausea and headache… my sugars are much better and down 25 pounds. I’m glad Jamie shared as it’s definitely not for everyone but can help people. Glad to hear about maunjaro from you all!
Thank you for this video ❤ I am so sorry that you have to deal with all these health issues. Thank you for your honesty. You are incredible at telling it as it is, with humour even, but without bitterness or self-pity. I just think you are really really cool!
@jaimiefrench I got a small bowel obstruction from Semaglutide. It hurt so bad and ended up in the hospital for a week. It caused me anxiety and depression too. So, I hear you and thank you for sharing your story. ❤😊
As someone with pcos who is currently up 15lbs for literally no reason I appreciate you sharing because it’s not just the weight it’s so many other things, mental health, lack of sleep, the anxiety & depression. Being pre-diabetic that comes up with just that 1 diagnosis, + any other diagnosis that you have. It’s exhausting sometimes to just exist & find the will power to push through. So I can’t stress it enough, THANK YOU! For sharing such a vulnerable experience.
I have pcos but I gained weight from oral steroids bc I have lung issues rn . The stretch marks are what’s getting to me… they’re borderline taking up my entire upper thighs and on my lower back they’re super dark and deep :(
I hope you get to a healthy weight. Please read the first law of thermodynamics. You are not gaining 15 lbs for no reason. You are consuming enough calories to gain those 15 lbs. PCOS makes it a harder to lose weight, I’m sure. I have hypothyroidism and I have lost 92lbs since the pandemic began. Take accountability for your actions, take responsibility and take action. I lost the weight when I stopped using my hypothyroidism as an excuse
@@priscillaflores7656 I'm glad that this is your story, but you can't use that to beat it over people's heads. While being in a calorie deficit or surplus determines whether you'll lose or gain weight and the law of thermodynamics explains this, it doesn't account for the things that affect whether someone can get into a deficit/surplus. Having PCOS can reduce your metabolic rate by up to 700 calories. And this may take time, there are countless stories of young women who were thin but hairy as teenagers when they first got their diagnoses, but as they got older and the metabolic symptoms of PCOS kicked in like increased insulin resistance and decreased metabolic rate, they packed on the weight. One of the things that helps doctors diagnose the condition is significant weight gain. On the other hand, I have experience with a mild form of hyperthyroidism that really won't give me other symptoms except heat sensitivity and dropping 30+ lbs in six months without changing my intake. And I understand that to be because my metabolic rate increased because of this condition. So it's not all about behaviours. You can even see Jaime here talking about being on a 300-400 calorie deficit from her usual intake on this drug, but still losing very little after several weeks. It isn't about "excuses".
@@priscillaflores7656 good for u. But hyperthyroidism isn’t the same as PCOS or Cushing’s or Prader Willi’s syndrome, etc. Instead of assuming people aren’t taking accountability ask yourself what makes you feel comfortable enough to tell another person on the internet what they’re doing wrong without knowing their medical history? Some people DO gain weight for no reason and end up having to see a professional after trying counting calories and learning about nutrition. It’s how many people end up getting tests and later a diagnosis.
I'm on ozempic for my type 2 diabetes, but with this rise of those using it for weight loss purposes, the company had a shortage for a few months. Unfortunately, I was off my medication and had trouble managing my blood sugar. Luckily, people who were using it for weightloss are now coming to the conclusion that it is not for them, allowing those of us who really need it to have it. Thanks for letting people know, Jaime.
Omg, thank you!! I am diabetic and needed to get my prescription filled before my insurance was cancelled due to a lay off. They didn’t get any in until the beginning of this month, so now I can’t get it until I can get insurance again. It’s so frustrating so many people are getting this med who are not diabetic. 😑
@@Krissybug123 Hi yep, the company, Nordisk, is now kept up with the demand. During the shortage, my doctor had thought to put me on Wegovy, but we realized that the same company creates and were on a shortage for both.. lol. Thank God I'm back to getting my regular supply. Hope you can get back to your blood sugar management 🙂
Nordic announced it was due to the pens, not the drug itself. I buy from a peptide lab, they buy from China like the compounding pharmacies. Most insurance plans don't cover Ozempic or Wegovy, and it's around 1200 out of pocket. Anyone can buy from the peptide labs, it's around $90/month. You're using regular insulin needles so no problems with shortages. Semaglutide usage is exploding, it is far higher than it was when the shortage began. Doctors are building weight loss programs into their businesses where for $299 - $499 per month you can visit their office weekly for an injection of generic compounded semaglutide or tirzepatide. This craze is not going away any time soon.
Thank You for being so vulnerable and honest. My Dr has been encouraging me to get on Weigovy or Zepbound. I have been doing research about them since. There is NO WAY I will go on any of those drugs. I’ll just continue to be, the way I am. Thank You, thank you and I wish you better health. You are beautiful.
It’s amazing to me that during Covid it was almost illegal to prescribe Plaquenil off label for illness, and it’s been around for 40 years, but you can take Ozempic off label for weight loss.
My mom started ozempic and she was having daily panic attacks and crying all the time. It was awful but she was happy to be losing weight…. Then her insurance stopped paying for it and she started begging my brother/her son for HIS ozempic despite the fact that he is diabetic and ozempic is the first drug he’s taken that has made an impact. I just want people to understand how toxic our culture is with fatness and accept the fact that bodies come in all shapes and sizes.
But not all health. Obesity is unhealthy on pretty much all levels. It's not just about appearance. Your mother exhibited addictive behavior, that's not "the culture's fault." Upsetting stuff to have experienced in your family, I'm sure, but don't blame society.
@@SRPDunn Wow omg so edgy, Carl. You should really stop cosplaying as a doctor online especially when you have entirely no idea what you're talking about. If you're gonna troll at least be good at it.
@@SRPDunn it’s proven that yo yoing with your weight (which is also proven to happen to those who diet) puts you at higher risk of developing health conditions than staying consistently fat does.
@@Lady.Fern. I assume you meant to say that yo-yoing weight happens to SOME people who diet? Because it certainly doesn’t happen to everyone who diets…many people diet very successfully and maintain a healthy weight long term And just because something else has a larger negative impact on your health (if that is in fact correct, I have never heard that personally and will need to research it for myself) that doesn’t undo the negative impact of obesity. Unfortunately obesity is harmful to long term health prospects, there’s no way around that 🤷♀️
I am a type 2 diabetic and started on ozempic a few weeks ago. I started to see weight loss almost immediately. The side effects have been mild so far with the exception of always feeling nauseous when I’m eating. I get that it is an appetite suppressant, but it has made it difficult to enjoy food. But my blood sugar has almost instantly regulated itself.
I am a type two diabetic and I’ve been on it for a year and a half. I have lost that one 50 pounds so far it’s kind of at a standstill right now but that’s fine with me. I went through the nausea and throwing up a little bit, but eventually it quit And I have a 5.3 a 1C so I’m very happy with that.
I’m really glad you did this video. I had the same problems you did. The gallbladder, diarrhea, constipation, anxiety, etc. I lost a little weight at the beginning, but then stopped losing. So, after many years of dieting, I continue to count calories! God bless you!
Love that you mentioned your weight loss was more likely from cutting out dairy. I’ve been on the elimination diet since January. After cutting out dairy, process foods & gluten I’ve lost about 20 pounds. It looks like I’ve lost 40 though because all my inflammation is gone! Not to mention my brain fog is gone, sleeping better, higher metabolism & less food anxiety. I wish doctors would look more at food intolerance instead of going off the idea people are overweight because they’re constantly eating & they just need an appetite suppressant.
Holy hell honey you are sooooo strong, dealing with all you’ve been through. I’m 47 years old and I spent almost my entire adult life trying to control my weight. So many long years in pain, disappointment, and restriction. I finally just had to eat things that didn’t hurt, didn’t matter what it was, with no regard for calorie count. Life is short. You’re awesome and deserve a life as free of pain as possible. Hugs.
Sorry, I had to peek at your pic upon reading the comments. You are very pretty, and look much younger than 40's. I'm sorry you've had to deal with yo-yo weight...I deal with it too. It sucks. Hugs & Love ❤❤❤
I mean it’s not new. Diabetics have been using it since 2012. It’s only newly been exploited for weight loss in the last couple years making it more difficult for diabetics to obtain it and making it more expensive.
Thank you for having the courage to speak out on this!! We need people like you Explaining what could really happen. I sent this to my spouse, who I know is reluctant to talk About this stuff THANK YOU!
I’m sorry you struggled. That really sucks. I’m not sure why this video was recommended to me but I did watch and it was interesting to hear. My husband is a diabetic and keeping his blood sugar balanced is stressful and sadly he’s had to deal with some medication side effects along the way that are scary. Insulin amounts have to be based on what he’s eaten, if he’s had diarrhea, if he has exercised, if he’s got a cold, and so on. I say that only to say that I really empathize with wanting a medication to work and dealing with interactions so much that you will grasp any straw. I hope you feel better soon and find something that quiets your too busy mind. Best of luck.
Now I know what those awful stomach pains still are… been off Ozempic 4 weeks now. But, the migraine headaches are gone, as well as the no energy, 2 naps a day, and am sleeping so much better. I put up with so much, and rationalized all my symptoms away. Gee, no more vomiting and diarrhea! Imagine that, I now have a life!
I’m 71. My local pharmacy is compounding a generic version in a nasal spray. I’ve been on it for 2 months and have lost 23 pounds. I’m mobility limited, so I can’t work out, but I’ve still lost. No side effects so far. I’m sorry it didn’t work for you. Thanks for posting this video.
It’s the appetite that is the issue. If you are hungry you want to eat. This medication is made to address that as well as balance sugars. As well as feeling exhausted…and wanting to eat…not able to exercise. It’s a tool, just like any other medication.
@@Nonybusinessxxxxxx it's reaaaaally difficult to lose weight if you can't move a lot, I didn't lose a single gram (swedish) whilst trying that this winter, forcing my body on walks helps but hurts so much and for weeks afterwards and makes me fall asleep (from exhaustion, shortly after a walk) but I eat in a calorie deficit and super healthy and still I am almost stuck at this weight 10-15 kilos above my normal weight that I had for years. I even weighed 20 kilos lower than now when I ate as healthy as I do now but also moved a lot and only gained weight during winter when it's too cold to move a lot here. Sorry for the super long personal story but I just wanted to add a different perspective. I've never been a big fan of medicine but I have to take stomach medicine to even 💩, which hurts and which should be made easier with my diet but there's a lot of ways your body can stop functioning properly and make it much, much more difficult to lose weight despite one's best efforts!
Thank you for sharing the raw details! Seriously people need to hear this!! So sorry it didn’t work for you. Hope you’re feeling better & on a safer more effective track ❤
I'm a medication technician at an assisted living home, and after a week of administering this medication (Ozempic) to one of my residents, they became so sick. Their nausea and stomach issuea was uncontrollable and they were soon taken off of it; their symptoms went away almost immediately. This person has taken other forms of anti diabetic medication their whole lives- This stuff is something else.
@@turquoiseroomGod Bless Fellow caregiver. Not an easy job. It's not the butt wiping that gets me. It the incapacity to sincerely communicate with the dementia patients. Some talk all the time about nothing and get mad you don't have answers they want to hear for them.
I am thankful to hear someone speak out about this. Thank you. I know from personal experience that there is real pain behind the humor. ❤ it’s time we go easy on ourselves.
Thanks Jaime for your personal insights regarding your experiences with this drug. I appreciate your clear explanations of what happened and the timeline of all of it. That you are able to sort it all out and present it this way is really helpful. You have a wonderful sense of humor and a wonderful expressive delivery. I'm really glad to have stumbled onto your channel. Thank you!
You don't come across "anti-Ozempib" You come across highly intelligent and with a great ability to describe an adverse set of reactions. I"m always nervous of pharmaceuticals.There are ALWAYS side effects.I hope you can regain health and whatever weight you desire using the healthiest methods for you.
Thank you so much for this video. 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽 My bff is going through these same issues. And now I really understand how she feels even more. 😢 It’s such a struggle.
I’m happy to meet you. I’ve been considering taking this medication, I would like to o loose 30 pounds that I put on when Covid came in March 2020, you telling your story has jammed in the braked for me. I have low thyroid, heart issues, have had issues with dizziness since I was a child. Thank you for sharing this wild adventure you had. I’ll stay away from this medication, I thank you for this. ❤
I needed this message. I've been working with a nutritionist for close to a year now and started Ozempic 8 months ago? I feel so seen by your experience... I've been justifying staying on a semaglutide because of the desperate want that it would be the 'miracle' for me that it is for so many others. While I love the appetite repression (not thinking about food is amazing) I have so many negative side effects including the stomach ones. I have been avoiding activities in case there's an 'urgency' to get to a toilet. My emotions have been unpredictable. I've honestly never felt worse if I am actually being honest with myself and I've lost nothing but my personal peace and comfort. It's a really hard pill to swallow and it's made me... angry with myself because there are so many success stories and I was the one failing. The amount of shame I've dumped on myself has pushed me backwards on my mental health journey. I've not been transparent with my nutritionist or therapist because I kept justifying reasons to not tell them and your video today.... it just cut through my bullsh*t. I could say so much more because you spoke so many of my own truths - but I will leave it with just, Thank you, Jaime. The transparency of what you were willing to share has at minimum helped me and I am grateful. I know there is a solution for us and I know that it won't take breaking our bodies physically and mentally and emotionally to get there. Thank you for checking my reality and bringing me back to center.
Tiffany, I'm so sad you experienced this. You are stunning and I hope you find something that helps you see that as well--whether it be wt loss or a change of heart or whatever the eff
I had severe anorexia as a teenager, and then serious addiction issues in my early twenties. Both of these things caused permanent damage to my gut, and I am VERY familiar with how feeling sick and in pain (and pooping one's pants) makes everything else go to hell. I'm off drugs that were killing me, you're off the drug that was killing you, and we are groovy now. All my well wishes, Ms. French
This is the first time of ever seen/heard you and I enjoyed this video so much. The short video inserts were spot on, so kudos to whoever is in charge of that. I can see why you have such a large following. You’re hilarious and charming.
Thank you for your transparency and honesty. I don't blame you at all for missing the "quietness" around thinking about food. It's something I deeply want as well. And I'm so sorry about the gallbladder pain. When you mentioned it, I immediately had flashbacks to when I was having my gallbladder attacks and when I say I would rather give birth then deal with gallbladder pain, I mean it.
I work in pharmacy, and I'm genuinely concerned that no one knew about the digestive/gastrointestinal/gallbladder/shitting side effects. After feedback from our first few patients about it, and a staff member being on a different semaglutide product, it's the first thing that our pharmacists warn people about when they start the therapy. Doctors need to know better about what they prescribe. If they are going to keep refusing to listen to pharmacists, then they need to become more well-versed themselves Edit: I do want to clarify, for most (from what I've seen) those side effects do go away over time. But any medication like this is bound to have at least one negative side effect, but with everything our sweet gal has dealt with in her health, I am unfortunately not surprised that it was not a good fit :(
i trust my pharmacist before i trust my doctor, and a surgeon told me to always check w my pharmacist on any rx. far too many updates & changes for md's to remember.
Eat differently! Bratt diet! Bananas Rice Applesauce Toast Tea All unsweetened... I've taken the "O" RX for my Diabetes for iver 2 years. Maintaining my weight-loss, A1C is 6.1, passed EKG, off all other RX meds! This girl is going for drama! And, selling something I'm passing on! Find a real health CZcams entertainer! 😅
@@Dontstop822 If your life is to the point of worrying about sh*tting yourself on the daily, just stop injecting this crap. Eat a healthy diet, exercise, and get a real physician to help you control your insulin.
My husband had the same experience. I appreciate someone being honest. A friend of ours went off of it and almost died. So, you can call her a drama queen but she speaks truth. Not sure about you.
I appreciate the honesty from your experience! I have a lot of the identical health issues that you have and I also gain and can’t loose , period ! Had thought about ozempic but now I see that it isn’t for me !!! Glad you are feeling better !!!
When you mentioned "quieting the voice" I felt like you were the only person I have ever heard that understands that voice like someone telling you to "eat it" over and over until you finally give in and then I feel like crap after I do. It's so hard and most people don't understand that at all when I say it's like someone in my head telling me to do it, crazy as that sounds. It would be amazing to shut that voice up for good. Thank you for understanding that and letting me realize there are others who feel the same way. It helps more than you could ever know.
I have the same thing. It’s a part of Binge Eating Disorder. It sucks. For me, I am at the point where just not gaining weight each week is progress. But, I really need to lose weight to be healthier. I need to not only be there for my small kids, but I need to interact and get in the floor and play with them, too. Which is hard right now. Once I hit 200 I REALLY felt it. Energy decreased (even more than it already was) walking harder, and even just the way my arms rested away from my body. I also have a bad back and heart disease and I know this is just further straining it. It’s hard, but it is important to do everything we can to be better and be healthier. Stay strong! ❤
The New York Times recently had a big article about how Ozempic and its similar drugs quiet the food mental chatter. Apparently that's not only common but embraced by Ozempic users.
I tried the hormone suppressing drug Lupron as a last step before getting a hysterectomy because of gnarly endometriosis. That was the first time since I was a kid that I didn't hear that little voice saying "eat it!". Being on Lupron was so scary because of the hideous side effects and how it takes over your whole body, but it was neat seeing how other people live. Nothing bothered me or made me worry, I had a neutral measured response to everything, my energy levels were constant, and I only ate for practical reasons. I was like "ooohhh now I understand how my husband and dad and brothers move through life..." We are not weak or strong, we are what our hormones tell us to be!
@@dellfeld4everthat voice is hard… and then having other health issues which I have that make life seem sometimes impossible. Thank goodness for therapy, and a loving partner.
A lot of creators coming out about this drug. I just watched Celina Spooky Boo and she had horrible side effects. Honestly Im glad that people are giving their honest experiences. Your experience with food sounds so much like what I deal with. Its a toxic relationship.
Thank you for sharing this video. I am currently taking this medication but I was concerned about different people’s experiences. So far it’s been a good experience for me but I appreciate you sharing yours! Thank you.
It's good for people to know what the subject matter is if they need to avoid that, but no one should have to justify even talking about it. Right now I have a health issue that is very much made worse by my weight, and I should be allowed to work on that and allowed to talk about it. I guess I wouldn't talk about it to a friend who has an e.d.
trigger warning's aren't about you needing to justify talking about something. it is purely to warn someone you will be talking about it. in this case, its good for someone like me to be prepared. i am eating disordered. there were some triggering things here for sure - but, because i was mentally prepared to face those subjects, i was able to take part in a discussion about a subject that relates to me and my struggles. and that's good for everyone.
It sounds like the anxiety was your body's way of telling you to stop taking this.. a built-in warning system of sorts. Thank you for sharing and we're all behind you no matter what
Not true. Semaglutide is an awesome drug for type 2 diabetics and for obese + type 2 diabetics it is achieving wonders but obviously it has very severe side effects, so much so that it even grows your existing thyroid nodules so we don't prescribe it to patients that have thyroid cancer in their families. Actual diabetics that need this drug will also experience anxiety so this has nothing to do with gut feeling. The key line is don't take a drug that is meant for type 2 diabetics when you are not even close to that.
@SunnyinNV pork is very inflammatory. I would see if you can introduce beef, grass fed. And be careful with too much fish because of heavy metals. I really love Dr. Paul Saladinos research if you’re interested. But so glad to hear that eliminating things have helped!
when you get anxiety it is it's own thing and you have to learn not to trust it. an anxiety attack puts you in full fight or fight mode, as if your life is in danger, and you are laying in bed watching cute animal videos. if you regularly get anxiety, you can't trust it anymore so it can't be used as an alert system. getting out of bed can cause you anxiety - should i listen to it? hell no
I’m so sad for you, but your attitude is so upbeat!! I had a Dr. a few years ago who is retired now but she said she would NEVER give a patient a drug, any drug that had been on the market for 7 years preferably 10 years and had been tested a lot! My friend is taking this drug 24:16 ozempic injections but has not worked as she thought it would. I’m worried that it will make things worse in her health issues . I hope someone gets your health issues straightened out, so sorry you’re going thru this. It is my first time seeing your show . Ps you are a very pretty young woman! And you have a great personality!! Gave me a few laughs thru all your trouble!
I can't thank you enough for posting this! I also have PCOS and losing weight has always been almost impossible. I have been trying to get semiglutide but Tricare doesn't cover it for insulin resistance at this point. I think this is a sign to just keep on improving my fitness level and working on my relationship with food, and accept where my body size ends up.
My ob/gyn recommended I go to a compound pharmacy so I only pay about $160 every 3 months for my injections. I have PCOS and weight loss is literally impossible because I'm insulin resistant. I'm down 25 pounds in 3 months and it's the first time I've felt like myself. I do get some side effects like headache and nausea.
I was just finally approved to get this medication thru insurance. I am a diabetic, and the insurance company wanted me to try jardiance first. So I've been on that for 6 months and it's not super helpful, but now I can get ozempic. Good luck. 😊
@@oisforolivia7971 do you mind sharing what compounding pharmacy you use? I get semaglutide for a similar price but they have so many new customers that can't keep up and it's delaying my prescription by 4 weeks.
Improving fitness and relationship with food will get you there. Michelle McDaniel is a youtuber who had PCOS and Endometriosis and she went from obese to buff fitness trainer just with calorietracking and working out
A couple of years ago, my former gynecologist tried to put me on Wegovy for weight loss. I came to her with some issues I was concerned about. She told me it was all because I had gained weight. Me being a nurse and professor, I knew the weight gain was only a symptom of an underlying illness. I refused to take it and have since found out that I was right.
That info you gave was very enlightening. I’m type 2 and been on ozempic for 11 months. Each time I had to increase dosage I’d have violent vomiting the next day followed by nausea for rest of week. I finally decided to change dosage by very small increments instead by manufacturer recommendated dosage. Constipation was problem more than diarrhea but had both. Also “sulphuric burping”. Because food was stuck in stomach the gas builds up and horrible smelling/tasting burps. I’ve learned to not eat much at all the day or two following shot. I’ve lost 30 lbs but not an easy way. I did give myself week long drug vacation when constipation got to be 4-5 days. That helps and my controlling dosage.
I'm not on this one but I'm on wegovy. I was diagnosed with pre diabetes meaning if I didn't get my blood sugar and weight and control I would get type 2. Since starting Ive had no symptoms and im down 60 lbs. Only about 50-60 more before im no longer considered obese. And my sugars have been fantastic . I'm not saying it's for everyone because I do know some people on my reddit that had awful experiences but for me personally I love it and it is saving my life
same for me 10 months in and still just on 1 mg not 2 and amazing side effect NO interest in alcohol and shopping --- I had no intention of not drinking wine 4-5 times a week, but now very occasional and to be social with others a dinner
@@chelelee6321 All medications that are in the same family can have different effects. It's usually because they have different fillers due to drug patent laws. Jamie was on a compound pharmacy version that includes B12 as the filler to avoid a patent lawsuit. I know this would not work for those like myself who cannot tolerate side effects of cyanocobalamin. Cyanocobalamin is a manufactured man-made version of vitamin B12. I know of one female who tried the same compound as Jamie that reported she could not tolerate the injections only after 3 months. Her physician took her off the medication for 3 months. She has since been taking Wegovy injections at home under constant monitoring by her physician for 5 months with no side-effects. Not to say this would work for everyone but her story and weight loss is amazing.
This reminds me of Fen-Phen back in the 90s, people were losing weight like crazy on it. I tried to talk a co-worker out of taking it, I had a sense that it was NOT GOOD. Then it came out that it was causing heart damage. Thanks for sharing your experience. I have that same sense about this drug causing serious damage to the body on some level, we will see what happens in the future. I'm sure you will be okay because you didn't take it for very long. Your body was speaking to you with the painful symptoms. You have a great sense of humor and you are beautiful! Being human we never seem to be happy with the body we are given, that's a real struggle.
I'm sorry, but a prescription medication that has gone through many safety and efficacy trials is not the same as an over the counter supplement that was available b/c the FDA does not regulate any supplements. Btw, having side effects are not the same as causing actual organ damage. The body can acclimate to a medication and thus side effects can go away. Sometimes not. All of our bodies have different chemistries and that effects how people react to the same medication. For example, Ms. French mentioned that she already had colitis. If I were her doctor, I would not advise anyone with any type of colitis to take a medication that is known to cause abdominal side effects. Frankly, after hearing about Ms. French's colitis, I was not shocked at all that this didn't work for her. Lastly, I also wonder whether Ms. French took Ozempic b/c she has diabetes or just wanted to lose weight. As someone who has extreme diabetes, I know that there is a difference between the two. I am insulin dependent and have to take massive amounts of long term and short term insulin, plus 3 oral medications. Plus I have to be on a very low carb diet. Yet I am still fat. But b/c I am very sick, I am focused on how the medication might help my illness. The weight loss would only be a bonus. I know that when I started taking Janumet I was very sick for weeks. Constant nausea and abdominal pain. It was really bad, but if I could get used to it, I knew it would help. Thankfully, the side effects went away and it helped a lot. I wanted to clarify that there is a big difference between taking this to lose weight and taking this to treat a deadly disease.
@@gracieb.3054 to clarify, fen-phen was a drug, not a supplement, it was actually a combination of two drugs, both approved by the FDA, but never approved to be used in conjunction for safe use, and doctors were prescribing it, as in the case of my co-worker. It was being prescribed as an off-label drug, exactly what is being done with Ozempic. Prescribing it for weight loss is considered off label, but apparently is legal at the doctor’s discretion.
@@gracieb.3054 safety trials...doesnt mean too much long term because a decade or two later its hard to isolate. There are still effects people wont know if its because of ozempic or other things. Just like ssri's you will report it but they will just list it as a rare side effect and pass. The motivation is money. There are countless class actions against big popular drugs; what works amazingly for 10 million people will injure 2 million pple etc. Benzo's are drugs too. So is phentanyl. Only people who need it should use it otherwise nothing will replace exercise and decent diet. Playing with insulin will come at a cost. I think people should try it but do tests on your blood sugar and balance it out with workout and diet instead of high doses.
@@gracieb.3054you keep telling yourself this. I took the Fen-Phen myself back in the day also a popular weight loss drug. I had open heart surgery as a result and won a lawsuit. ITS NOT WORTH IT…
I agree. I took it for 3 months and felt like I was dying. I lost my appetite..but also, for everything, not just food. I was a zombie on this awful awful drug.
I'm so happy you posted about this. My husband has been dealing with weight problems for years now and has been thinking about trying this. But he also has a long list of stomach problems. I want him to make an informed decision and I think your experience with this medication is something he needs to know about.
I stopped 3 weeks ago after finally realizing that the anxiety and depression I’d been feeling over the last 12 weeks was from the Ozempic. After one week off of it I was like “holy crap, I haven’t been ME for like three months”. Literately unable to experience true joy, anxious allllll the time, crying a lot, zero energy. Thank you for making this. This is not the miracle drug we were hoping for.
I’m glad you’re feeling back to your normal self. Depression is not a good exchange for weight loss. I’m sure the person asking about gaining weight back is coming from a place of true curiosity not being vicious. It’s a human thing to be curious. This drug has come on the scene so fast and there’s not a lot of info about it besides people are taking it.
Biggest reason I'll never consider it. I'll pay for a personal fitness/nutrition trainer before trying Ozempic. I'm already on anti-depressants/anxiety and still struggle most days. I take lots of meds in general for various medical issues. I'm not about to introduce what seemingly sounds like a nuke to my system.
Omg YES when i was 16, i was with someone who was 28. I never realized how disgusting that was until i turned 28 and realized i was the same age he was🤢🤢 idk why it took me so long, i always knew the relationship was abusive af, but i never realized how gross the age thing was until i myself was his age and the thought of looking at a 16yr old like that legitimately makes me nauseous and soooo grossed out. Its so weird how we arent able to see things for what they are while we are in it
Yor letter touches me, Brigida907, when you state that you had a boyfriend, when you were 16, that was 28 years old, and that you realize, now that you are grown up, that this wasn't right.-you are correct, except for the idea, which you appear to express in your writing, that the grossness and disgust was YOUR FAULT-this was NOT your FAULT, IMO, and as a woman who is advanced in years, I should mention.- You should have been PROTECTED from this 28 year old abusive man, from your parent(s).-You could have been seriously hurt, or even killed!!It is a PARENT'S JOB to protect and guide their children!!-that is why they are called, " CHILDREN "!-They are not old enough to have wisdom, and reasoning skills, to make sound decisions!-Those qualities take years to develop!-It is just good that you were able to get away from this man when you did!-I am happy for you that you did!!-Bless you & yours -**
Same! Except the guy I was messing with was my neighbor! My mom caught him in a grocery store and went OFF. At the time I was embarrassed but looking back on it, I was with a predator and so were you. It's a scary, sick world we live in. And people will say we knew better. No, we didn't. We were 16. I thought I was special getting that attention from an older male. At 16, I also had a 30 year old, social worker at that who lived in another state, sending me money and gifts. Looking back, im glad nothing bad happened.
@@tinafoos8018 Here here! Yes, parents should protect but let me tell you, I had a friend when I was 15 that did all kinds of horrible things (including allowing grown men to treat her like a blow up doll) and her parents had absolutely no idea. She had them completely snowed. This happens more than you would think.
Girl as a fellow depressive thyroid patient with lupus and no gallbladder, I feel you. You have really been through it and it will always be so much harder with so many hormonal issues and it’s hard for people to understand. There’s no pain like gallbladder issues, it’s like giving birth. If it didn’t work for you, something else will. X
I had my son ALL natural. Not a single pain IV or epidural. Nothing. That wasn't ANYTHING compared to the pain of gallstones. I'd give birth again 100% natural over that anytime. 😅
As someone who works in this kind of industry, If you ever have side effects from taking medication to contact the company directly on their customer service/compliance line. Most of these companies have email, phone number or contact that collects reports of side effects and such. This can help with bringing awareness to better inform patients of side effects not observed in clinical trials, which inturn help better inform doctors about all the potential side effects within their own patients and also in instances where medicine batches can be contaminated and need to be recalled. Thank you for sharing your story Jaime and if you have not yet or your doctors have not yet, please reach out to the drug manufacture and inform them of your experiance taking the drug; it can help a lot of people down the line.
She was taking a compounded version of semaglutide so this would not apply to her. But I agree, anytime there is a reaction to a prescription medication it should be reported to VAERS.
I used mounjaro for about 3 months and would swear to you that I almost died twice. O. M. G. I was constantly nauseated (which should’ve been my first sign but I’m pretty much ALWAYS nauseated anyway) and I never was hungry. The pain and nausea and inability to get any relief whatsoever was terrifying. Just shittin and puking all over the place. Each incident lasted EXACTLY 12 hrs and made me pray for death or relief! I lost like 15 lbs and have kept it off but that shit is for the birds!!!
I was given MJ also. My first week I was so sick I could t leave my house. I had diarrhea about 100 times. Stomach cramps were the worst I’ve had in my life. Plus I could have still eaten a pizza. 😂. The cramps and diarrhea were the worst. I would never take it again.
Jaime, thank you for sharing & detailing your experiences while taking this drug. Much needed to be aired to help educate others so that in their desperate attempt to fight their obesity with this drug, that they don’t ignore these & other symptoms. So wanting it to work for them that they deny what their body is telling them! Thank you.
I'll also say that a ton of my family had taken it and lost a ton of weight and haven't had bad reactions, but that wasn't my experience. It was incredibly awful, and I spent a week in enormous pain! I've had stomach issues my entire life, but my doctors haven't figured it out yet. Maybe I'll have to look into colitis. Thank you for being honest so people like me who had a terrible experience don't feel like we're just being babies.
I’ve had stomach issues my whole life too. I recently started the low FODMAP diet to figure out what’s triggering my issues. It’s helped! So far it’s dairy, wheat and apples.
Hey!! I’m on Ozempic… for diabetes, with very minimal issues… and I’m thankful! I’ve seen the gradual weight loss since going up to 2 mg. Sadly, I am one of those who had a big gap in taking my meds because of the increased use of the drug for weight loss… that seems to have resolved, thankfully! I have always had issues losing weight. Only two things have worked for me: intermittent fasting (I currently do this) and seeing a nutritionist who gave me instructions to eat 6 mini meals daily… drink my water… and gave me fat and calorie boundaries… She told me to eat my first mini meal no later than 30 minutes after getting up with at least 8 oz of water….and to eat no sooner than two and a half, but no longer than three hours apart. Nothing after 7pm. I lost 15 pounds the first month. She told me my metabolism was lazy (😂🤣) and I had to eat to get it going again. It worked… but it took a ton of meal prep… I ate a lot of fresh veggies, nuts and proteins. No caloric drinks between meals. Love your channel!! You will find what works for you! 🎉
I appreciate this heads up! My Dr. has suggested Ozempic to get me through the BMI hoop for knee replacement and labral tear surgery. I have IBS and food sensitivities, so I already poop my pants spontaneously, but it's good to know to take extra precautions (ie. changes of clothes). I also appreciate knowing you didn't lose much weight. I am notoriously resistant to weight loss meds so knowing I need to manage expectations is super helpful. I also have an eating disorder that's being triggered by this whole process. I hope you are healed from your ordeal quickly.
Who cares
You watched it.
I care! You PoS!
Thanks for pinning this, made my day. What a jackass 😁
that statement only reflects on u; shame on u.
I care too. Love Jaime
We appreciate your honesty and transparency on this channel. We will support you no matter what.
❤💯!
Same
Well, not no matter what. I'm sorry Jamie but if you start Anakin Skywalker killing children I'm not gonna support u anymore 😅
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@miuleauna that’s fair 😂
Thank you. As a nurse, I am concerned with how a prescription drug becomes so popular. I'm glad it works for some people... But it's a DRUG, and it will not work universally for all people. You also talked a lot about how you continued to communicate with, and work with your doctor. People need to hear that. I'm sorry it was so awful for you.
Because of the amount of titration that takes place… most people continue communication with their doctors.
Your inability to sleep may be affected by your apple watch. Don't sleep with it on!
Lol just like the COVID Jab huh
So sorry ozempic didn't work for you. I have been on it for almost 2 yrs I think with a 70 lb weight loss !! Normal BS, A1C normal, off insulin. Have had gastric issues off and on but not quite bad enough to go off ozempic ! My neighbor also has has good success but her sister was on it and , like you, saw no benefit of weight loss. I do think of it as an amazing drug and again, so sorry for your experience 😬
No one knows what the long term effects are going to be . I practiced pharmacy for 43yrs . There were many drugs removed from the market after being used for many years because deadly of side effects discovered later .
I'm so sorry. My husband was on it for about 2 years. It has DESTROYED his stomach and intestines. He took it for pre diabetes. He lost weight yes, but it was not worth it. As soon as he stopped, which everyone eventually has to, he gained it all back then some. He has horrible spastic colon and paralyzed stomach. Pain almost every day. It was and is horrible. Cannot leave for anywhere without knowing where a bathroom is. Doctors are prescribing this to everyone. Think twice people.
My husband was on Ozempic for two years for type 2 diabetes. He slowly turned into a sad, anxious little man.
A couple of months ago, there was an Ozempic shortage so the doctor switched him to Rybelsus. It has the same main ingredient as Ozempic which is semaglutide. Within a couple of weeks, my poor husband was so panicky he could barely function. I told him my findings about semaglutide and mood changes and he quit cold turkey. Four weeks later he's feeling much better but isn't completely out of the woods yet. I hope and pray he will make a full recovery and that those drugs haven't made permanent changes to his brain.
When you don’t eat super healthy AND workout, you don’t get all that you need.
You will become anxious and sad and other things when you are being malnourished
It’s sucks because I’ve been on all the sides of this medication and
It’s very delicate
It’s a balance
If you aren’t all in and keeping up with water in take, same routine and same simple foods everyday
This is where troubles begin
I am all over the place, the first time I took it I was doing SO GOOD
my husband got laid off so I wasn’t able to eat like I was before and it was making me so sad I didn’t go workout
I started again and I didn’t
Have the tools(food) I needed, we were so broke!
It messed me up so bad!!!!
Either you’re ready and all in or don’t do it , it’s seriously our life change and it’s not a miracle drug you have to put in the work and you have to be consistent day and day out for as long as it takes
It’s hard to explain to everyone, but I’ve been on all sides of Ozempic before I started, after I started, I was successful, and I had the worst experience, because I am so inconsistent. Moneywise I Olympic is not for me
Sometime in the future, when I am able to get food that I need to be successful
Now I'm offically scared... as I start this tomorrow 😮😮😮
Just pay attention to what's normal for you to feel and whether or not difficult life circumstances could be the cause of any new depression or anxiety. If the ozempic is the only link, then you know it's time to try something else.
I hope it works out for you. @collettewhosthatgirl1330
@collettewhosthatgirl1330 I've been on it since Nov 2022 for diabetes. It's lowered my A1c to 5.3 and I've lost 60 pounds. I have no symptoms at all. At first I would get a bit of nausea, but I don't even get that anymore.
Could it also be his unhealthy diet that’s causing this imbalance
“I knew I’d have it harder because of my thyroid problems, PCOS, and daddy issues” she was so real for that one 😩💀💀 clinically depressed, autoimmune disorder gang RISE UP ☝️💯🥲
Hypothyroid, pcos and ed 🎉🎉yayyyyyyy
Depression and lupus 🎉🎉
Luckily both (the latter more than the former) are pretty much gone after starting keto and banning processed food.
Same here, RA & AS, Endometriosis & Hashimotos here the autoimmune depression and fatigue struggle is real! 💯🫶🏻🤟🏻
I appreciate seeing this. Depressive disorder and hashimotos thyroiditis here. I think I'll avoid this drug that I was tempted to ask about
I *had* hyperthyroidism and an ED, but both are cleared up and I feel so much better, not 100% though ;) still struggle with viatmins and iron :'3
My aunt took this and had pretty much the same symptoms. Her doctor was thrilled that she "lost" 25 pounds, but then she responded with, "I can't eat anything because I'm afraid to sh*t myself!" She no longer taking it.
😮😮omg 😢
So many doctors literally only care about the scale over actual health and well-being ☹️
😢 that's not a quality of life
@@JamieLBW this. It’s terrible
@@JamieLBW Recently got health insurance again after years without. I've been to 8 different doctors in the last 3 months and none of them have mentioned my weight, not even my PCP. I'm the one that does in order to control the conversation, and I just say "I'm not interested in talking about my weight". When I was younger, it was forcibly talked about every visit. More and more modern doctors do not hound as much. They just want to make sure the weight isn't new.
And to be fair.. if you have a doctor that makes you feel bad, say something. I straight up say "I have a lot of anxiety about going to doctors because I have been unfairly judged in the past." You are their customer essentially. Idk why people continue to put up with being treated like a second class citizen by doctors. As someone who has worked with doctors and grew up meeting lots of doctors as a patient, YOU have all the power. If you don't like the way you are being treated, tell them that and report them to patient advocacy. Review their ass on Google and any other site that their name pops up. Also remember that doctors need to be reminded that we are humans first and patients second.
Thank you for sharing your story. Five weeks ago, my endocrinologist put me on the drug to lose weight and control my blood sugar. I too have thyroid issues and type 2 diabetes and other medical issues. Day 2 after taking the injection I started with the severe nausea, every single day with feelings of being unwell all of the time. Called the office and was assured that the nausea would go away by week four. Not! Vomiting started along with the nausea. My appetite was gone, and my morning blood sugars was in the 50's and 60's. I could only eat very small meals. I lost only 8 pounds in 5 weeks. I did not take the 5th week dose of the increase to 0.5mg. I see the doctor next month and will tell him then that I will not be taking any more of that drug. I may be fat, but I've lived this long, I'm 67, so I'll die fat with no nausea and vomiting. For those that take it without problems and lose weight, good for you. For those who have problems, I really feel for you.
Or you could request an anti nausea medication, and stick it out until you’re pleased with the results. Good luck
I’m 30 pounds overweight and more than happy to stay this way! Ozempic is a HARD pass for me.
Jaime I am seeing you for the first time!!! Nice to meet you. I am a registered nurse and so many coworkers are taking Ozempic. I had to try it and had negative effects. I do not have any of the conditions you have but had tremendous gastric and gut pain. Like you, I continued to talk myself into believing it was my fault, my diet, my body, until one day my pain felt like pancreatitis, pain, so intense, went around to my back; I called in sick to work and I finally went off of it. I did lose 25 lbs, but gained 10 back as soon as I went off. After a couple months Ozempic free and am now on Mounjaro day 3. So far so good and no gastric upset. As far as the insomnia, I used to say I will never be able to sleep, but it will happen for you. Love yourself, be kind to yourself and slow down. I believe a lot of weight is stress related. I don't mean to preach and say all with love, but I am 60 and rest much better since I am older. I will pray you rest well and sleep. Much love and God Bless you sweetie. Love your open honest genuine freedom. What a gift.
Why don't doctors see the connection of gall bladder, thyroid, IBD, PCOS, high blood pressure, fibroids etc.? Women with these problems find losing weight nearly impossible with exercise and diet. This drug and these women do not do well, and suffer. Jaime thank you, sharing this is an example of being a brave woman.
if that were the case they would not loose weight on ozempic etc...but they do..because they eat less --- an amazing drug and far less dangerous than obesity which is the number 2 contributor to cancers behind smoking
O would wonder, u r carb/sugar sensitive, poison for u? Something Jas to work for you, lots of water, running, aerobics, 3-Xs A week, lift some min weights.
So, something will work for UR weight lpss.
Most, 99.99999999999% hate alr, she is a pathological liar, gas lighter, abusive to gf and their moms, out and out arrogant mean hateful girl.Character trait of a Blizzard in the middle of a highway.
From what Ive seen low carb or even no carb works really well due to the fact that we don't deal great with sugars due to insulin resistantce and carbs are just complex sugars that are harder to break down
@@downieduck2414 Did you watch the video? For some women it is a life saver, for others very detrimental to their lives. Jaimie did not lose an ounce, even with no appetite and debilitating diarrhea and neither do many women with these issues. That is the whole point of Jaimie's post, she tried as hard as she could. I know women who starved themselves and showed signs of malnutrition and still did not lose. Telling these women to just diet and exercise harder and the weight will come off is abusive.
@@deboranontell9711true…I can’t lose one damn pound no matter what I do!
My doctor is trying to convince me to go on Ozempic. It's been 40 years of eating disorders, dieting and recovery. Know why I want to lose weight? I've looked deeply into this since I stopped obsessing over my body. It's not because I think fat people are less attractive, it's not because I hate my body. I dealt with any fatphobia in my head a loooooong time ago. It's not even for health reasons - my numbers (save for BMI) are perfect. I live a healthy and active life. It's only and entirely because when you're fat, a majority of people treat you like absolute, literal, worthless dogsh*t. There's no escape. It's all the time.
I'll take your experience into consideration, because most reviews just seemed too... positive. I'll admit I don't have digestive issues and might not be as likely to have trouble, but it's worth paying attention to how I feel if I do try it out. Much later. After the shortage is dealt with.
It's surprising to me how little compassion people have for overweight people. They'll say, "just stop eating so much!" As though it's always that simple. It makes me wanna say, "oh, is that what YOU did to get so fit?" Because I can tell from that lack of empathy that they've never been obese before.
Fatphobic is such a joke. Absolutely NO ONE enjoys being fat.
@@totesmcgoats435 or people in general. I know people might roll their eyes at me saying this, but I'm thin (skinny) and have had someone roll their car window down and throw fast food garbage at me yelling to "eat a burger!!" People suck!!!
@@totesmcgoats435 Even other fat people treat you like shit.
@@heatheraggus7501 going from skinny girl being told to eat more to a fat girl being told to eat less... Both fucking suck....
My daughter took Ozempic, got super constipated and spent 18 straight days in the hospital with complications from bowel obstruction. So scary...
I think that’s how elvis daughter Priscilla presley passed away
I got sooooo CONSTIPATED AND WAS PROJECTILE VOMITING , I think I was on the cusp of having a bowel blockage
Yes these shots are very dangerous side affects and when u stop them u gain triple the weight back it’s a temporary fix not permanent all of these are no good it’s a money making scam and their are law suits going on with all these meds !
you are supposed to drink LOTS of water, both with Ozempic and Wegovy.
Take stool softeners too
You’re not fatphobic, that’s just ridiculous. You are concerned about your health. That should always be supported. ❤
Long time viewer! I wanted to add something I think would be important.
I work in clinical research and was working on a study for this specific drug. The one thing that was repeated over and over at the conferences, meetings, study guides, etc. was that it causes GI issues for most users. In order to maintain the best possible results for the drug, we had to coach our participants on diet, exercise, and *honesty*. We encouraged (not forced, but it was HIGHLY encouraged) our subjects to avoid spicy foods and follow a healthy diet. We offered “goodie bags” with materials that helped them as their trial progressed. It was VERY important that we took time to explain the GI side effects and they gave us every measure on how to reduce them if a participant began having them. I do not think it should be so widely available because it is a longterm and sometimes lifelong commitment. A lot of people gain weight back after stopping. It’s hard seeing everyone receive this drug so casually when in reality it should be handled with great care. Thank you for being so transparent!! All that glitters is not gold!
Megan, I also work in Clinical Research and was wondering what the study was like for this drug. Your comment was so helpful for me. Thank you!!
Thank you for great feedback on the reality, really interesting to read.
Thanks for spreading the accurate information about this product
How long did the trial last? I was on it due to what my dr said..which was inaccurate, insulin resistance.. I never suffered from uti or thyroid pain until I was 3 months into the treatment. My sister began having thyroid pain and she had some growth on it, now she has to take euterox. I questioned it and stopped the second I started literally peeing blood. It is a serious drug and has serious side effects. I am beyond shocked at how this is easily purchased and self diagnosed by people for weightloss (and I see even family members taking this just to lose 20lbs) this is dangerous and needs to be controlled for only people who are candidates for it.
Imagine what the medical community will reveal after a few years of observing people using these meds for the weight loss and not as a diabetic. Not throwing shade but phen phen was just this back in the day and doctors were encouraging all of us to use this miracle weight drug. Turned out to cause heart problems.
My Mom literally had to go to the emergency room. She was short of breath. They found that her kidney function was 10-15%.
This morning the doctors said it was caused by the ozempic
Really her kidneys are failing from ozempic? I’m so sorry. I have been short of breath then almost pass out or do pass out when I stand up. It is completely nuts
I doy know if it matters or not but from my close ones I have 3 people that developed kidney problems after COVID and or vaccines.
@@elenabob4953are they taking ozempic too?
Yeah, Dr. Attia's video said the inhibitors in the drug could also affect kidney function because those receptors are also located in the kidney. Basically this is a study that everyone has become a lab rat to see long-term results. Hope your mom is going to get better, how awful for her.
This happened to my 35 year old cousin about 3 months ago. Used it for 4 weeks. She was in kidney failure and ended up in ICU. Her doctor had never heard such a thing caused by Ozempic. It was a freak incident but it does happen on the rare occasion. Now she’s on another injection and does well.
Wegovy almost killed my sister. Shes 35. She was in the hospital for an entire month and almost died from dehydration and starvation because her stomach lost the ability to digest entirely. She had her gallbladder removed and its caused long term liver damage.
Yes, can cause even pancreatitis!
I’m so sorry your sister had to go through that. God bless you and your family, as well as her recovery🩷
I was on it for 6 weeks and got pancreatitis and had my gallbladder removed also. This stuff is poison.
@@maryparsons3748
Great to know you survived the pancreatitis!
So sorry your sister has gone through so much. People don’t understand how horrible gastroparesis is & I don’t think believe it could happen to them. The reason there is a lack of appetite is because the food you ate just sits in your stomach. You will eventually have to throw it all up or it will move through the intestines very quickly & cause very watery diarrhea. That means no nutrients have time to be absorbed. Weight loss, loss of strength & electrolytes are messed up. Dangerous drug imo.
One thing I’ve learned with having medical problems is trust your body if you know something is wrong or you second guess yourself don’t. You are absolutely right.
I am 78 and Ozempic caused such severe constipation I had to stop. Loss weight, but it was muscle mass, not fat. My intestines are still in recovery.
Carnivore needs no drugs
@constancecondit4349 I also have constipation but stopped for over a month but, still have constipation. How long did it take you to resolve? Mine could be another med, trying to figure it out! Thanks you
So many things cancause constipation but so many dont know enough to figure out the triggers unfortunately
Yes & it’s taking forever to figure it out, medication by medication. I was so excited about my results from Ozempic & I have been off of it for over 8 weeks yet still constipated! Your right it could be anything
@@lindaM82224 I stopped Ozempic in Oct 2023 and finally got fairly normal in middle Jan 2024. The brain is involved so it takes a bit.
Still gassy and burping so still acting up. (New since Ozempic.) I think my age (78) is a big factor. Muscle mass loss and the intestines are a muscle.
I work in a Diabetes clinic, with people who have diabetes. Before this I worked for an Endocrinologist who worked with people with insulin resistance who did not have diabetes along with all the other disease states in the endocrine realm.
Ozempic is the same drug as Wegovy, Wegovy is just a higher dosage specifically for weight loss. Rybelsus is the exact same drug as Ozempic, just in an oral form.
Maunjaro is a slightly different molecule, with a slightly different acting mechanism but that produces similar results.
As with any medication there will be people who have side effects, some mild, some major.
There is no longer a supply shortage as Lilly opened a manufacturing plant here in the US specifically to produce Ozempic and the supply chain issues have also been sorted out.
Maunjaro is currently undergoing trials to get put on the market as a weight loss medication as well.
More and more the medical community is coming to see that being overweight is actually a disease state for many people that 'diet and exercise' just won't 'cure'.
Many people that are helped with these medications to get to a 'healthy' weight (and I am putting these in quotations because to a certain extent weight is a societal issue that we absolutely need to work on but until then these medications can help those who don't want to deal with the stares and the judging, anymore.) will need to stay on these medications in a maintenance mode just like people with diabetes often have to take some form of medication for life. The same for high blood pressure, high cholesterol, chronic pain, arthritis, etc.
Again.
There will always be people these will not work for but we need to stop shaming people (and I am in no way intimating that you are) for choosing medication as a way to control and maintain weight because it absolutely is a disease state just as real as diabetes, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, lupus, etc.
Also, it is important here to note that despite what her title says, she didn't take Ozempic. She was taking something from a compound pharmacy, and though the active ingredient is the same, those inactive ingredients do have an effect on the body and can also cause side effects. For her, though, I will say that she is probably one of the unfortunate people who just had a strong negative reaction to the medication. It can happen. In my clinic it's about 5% of our patients that we've tried it on who either can't take it at all or who are limited to the lowest dose.
Thank you, Jaime for sharing your story and bringing awareness to yet another tool people can use if it works for them in our fight for physical and mental health, as well as the risks that all medications and treatments can have.
Thank you for this wonderful comment! People spread so much misinformation and it's frustrating.
"...being overweight is actually a disease state for many people that 'diet and exercise' just won't 'cure'."
Very well said! I had RnY gastric bypass and had to take a few weeks of classes prior to surgery. I was really surprised at the science behind CHRONIC obesity/over weight and all its links to other illnesses. Once I had surgery began shedding weight, all sorts of medical issues were resolved.
When I reached a health set point weight, it became clear that my weight struggles were an outward expression of internal illnesses. After these illnesses were brought to light and properly treated, I've had no issue maintaining the most active, healthiest livestyle I've ever had.
Thank you for this comment! I've been taking Ozempic for months now, and I am diabetic. I have been on 1mg for a while to control sugars and got my A1C down to 5.8! My Dr has now increased me to 2mg to help with weight loss, and he said that is the dosage for the best results for losing weight. I haven't weighed yet, but I feel smaller already!
Apparently there’s still a shortage … I’m diabetic, and my doctor prescribed me this before my insurance was to be cancelled because I got laid off (this was at the beginning of April). They didn’t get any in until the beginning of May, so I couldn’t even get it. It’s really frustrating so many non-diabetics are using this instead of WeGovy, so us diabetics can’t even get it. 🤦♀️
Thank you Chrysallis for a very thoughtful response.
I’m so sorry you went through all of that. I’m sure your perspective will help a lot of people, so thank you for being vulnerable about it.
No one could pay me enough to take this ever. Wow, thank you. All of this is horrific. I already struggle with rampant anxiety, insomnia, depression, stomach pain, autoimmune issues, and hormone problems. After watching this, I thank God I was warned, because I couldn't handle them being made worse. It's not worth it. I have dodged a bullet. Thank you for sparing me all this!
What do you take for stomach pain? Mine hurts so bad I can't even lay down. I sleep sitting down.
Celina spooky boo just did a video about her terrible experience with Ozempic. I'm SO glad you guys are speaking out about your experiences.
I justed watched her video this week! I think that by Celina opening up about their terrible experiences with this class of medication, more creators will as well. The severe adverse psychological side effects that they both spoke about are scary. Even with knowing everyone will have a different experience and that those are said to be treated side effects, I kinda want to see the clinical trial data.
I, too, just watched that video. I think the truth of side effects aren't being told as readily because of the user trying to justify them so they can finally find something that helps them to stop incessantly thinking about food.
I wondered if anyone else saw that. I mean, of course they did, but i wondered if there was crossover. ❤ Thanks for sharing, that had to suck big eggs. 😢
Just watched this week too. I work in pharmacy, the amount of people trying to get these meds and how much they’re paying is nuts.
I just commented the same thing. Should have kept reading. 😂 My Dr suggested it after phentermine quit helping but I’m pretty sure I want nothing to do with this. I cannot spare the time or space for a mental health crisis.
ETA not that anyone can, but I have a gaggle of kids and grad school and I’m barely surviving as is and am convinced I cannot take the risk to feel as poorly as Celina or Jaime did.
Jaime, there's a saying in Ireland. "Hindsight is foresight for a gobshite" . If you knew then what you know now, you would never had gone through it. I've watched your confidence grow over the last few years but you still don't see yourself as most of your followers do. A beautiful person both inside and out who entertains and genuinely makes me belly laugh at your content. No meds needed, you're great just as you are ❤
She’s beautiful. It’s the beauty standards of this CULTure that are the problem.
She might need medication for PCOS weight management. I had a friend with PCOS (who sadly passed away very young in an unrelated accident) and I remember she was always on diets and exercising, and trying so hard to stay in shape, but the PCOS made it incredibly hard for her to stay at a healthy weight, no matter how diligent she was. Jaime pretty much said the same thing in the video. It’s one thing to have self-love and acceptance, but it’s another to want to manage a health condition and be at the weight you want to be. Chronic illness is incredibly hard, especially with comorbitity. That said, medical professionals, friends, and family memeber really need to listen to the feelings of the chronically i’ll and not dismiss them or talk them into a medication that is obviously doing them harm or has awful side effects.
I couldn't of said that better myself, well said Niamh Brennan. I would love Jaime to see herself through our eyes she's amazing.
@@aWomanFreed it’s not about beauty, it’s about health. I feel more beautiful when I’m overweight, but I’m less healthy. Sorry to break it to you, blood pressure and hearts and joints don’t care about beauty.
@@cringeproof100 that’s a ridiculous comment. U are dividing health and beauty, I did not do that.
This ozempic epidemic is scary. Thank you for sharing your story and I’m sorry to hear it was a bad experience. Good luck on your health journey! ❤
I'm so sorry you went through this terrible experience. Thank you for sharing this. You are absolutely beautiful. Please don't think you ever need to change.
My mom was on Mounjaro and lost so much weight but had to get emergency gallbladder removal surgery while on it, despite never having gallbladder issues before. Doctors told her it’s unrelated, but I think it is.
Any rapid weight loss will cause gallbladder issues
I’ve heard others mention gallbladder issues related to ozempic!
I lost weight very fast by dieting and indeed it caused gallbladder issues - tons of stones. Edit: Forgot to mention, this was according to the surgeon.
My mom’s doctor put her right back on it after her gallbladder removal which I think is insane
I am on mounjaro but i had my gallbladder removed years ago so I could not tell you whether that is true or not.
I cant deal with those "fatphobic" labels. I cant believe wanting to be healthy is a negative thing. We all love you Jaime, thick or skinny!
I think misery loves company. When someone gets upset your trying to lose weight for yourself and they take it personally it’s because they are jealous you are doing something they can’t or won’t. I would bet that if most of the people crying fatphobic had a fairy godmother tell them they could make them skinny in that moment they would do it in a heartbeat.
I don't think improving your health is fatphobic. Being so insistent on the possibilty of not being fat anymore, that you are willing to live in constant pain, damaging your organs, and no longer living your life, is fat phobic. Skinny=/=healthy. Fat=/=unhealthy.
I'm not saying Jaime is fatphobic. I don't know her personally and I appreciate her candor, but I think this situation is worth unpacking with a ED specialist.
@@daniellerichardson5900 I disagree. And with all due respect, it sounds like that's exactly what you're saying. Being phobic means your scared of something, I truly believe that Jaime just wanted badly for this medicine to work. I mean heck, you see everyone around you getting results, I would keep trying as well. Not wanting to admit that this medicine was causing her issues, is waaaayyyyyy different than being fat phobic. And when did this word salad "fat phobic" become so prevalent? I feel like I'm taking crazy pills sometimes with the stuff that comes out of the internet.
I dunno, y'all... I AM FAT-PHOBIC for myself, in my OWN body, because it's self centered fear only. I was born in '85, 6'1", and had to sew her own clothes because XL wasn't large enough. Kate Moss was the icon then. I know it's not my fault and I know it's unhealthy to fear your body, but I think a "phobia" is a new Vocab term for me, for myself at least.
I don't give 2 💩 about OTHER peoples' bodies TBH. I actually get triggered by people trying to lose body fat because they often don't need to, but I have to be delicate about if I'll be authentic with them or not.
Anywho... Fat-phobia... If that's part of my disordered ideas about food: I'm afraid of fat because of what the world says ABOUT fat people. Cool, next therapy topic 😂
I love the comments section!
@Leigh Ann McDowell Does homophobic mean scared of gay folx? Or general disgust and rejection? What would you call going to any and all lengths to distance yourself from "fatness" out of disgust and rejection?
You are very entertaining, I even listened to the ads! I always normally skip them. Good on you for being so down to earth, informative, and entertaining all wrapped up in the one package.
I am like you a high functioning depressive and anxious person. I am so glad I never tried this drug. I would have probably had a very similar reaction to what you did with anxiety. Thank you so much for sharing your story and glad I found your channel. :) Also there is a lot of bad things coming out about this drug that just breaks me heart for the people it affected long term after they stopped the drug.
I have severe depression and anxiety and it's helped make them less. Also less inflammation
The issue that isn’t being discussed: your digestion is directly related to your mental health, hormones , and so many other things: on one hand we have “gut health” as a huge trend and on the other hand we have a drug that makes people constipated as the miracle drug.
The gut/mind connection is REAL. I'm on the other side of the spectrum, so to speak. My BMI is just below healthy at 17.7. I've had severe anxiety and panic disorders since childhood, but they've worsened as I've gotten older. I'm on meds and therapy to manage my symptoms, and well! But the only problem left is my inability to eat. So many people make assumptions about why I'm as slender as I am, and they *really* hurt. I worry if I'll ever be able to enjoy food again. This eating thing started almost right when lockdown happened. I try so hard to eat the food and consume the calories I need, but it's damn-near impossible when your guts are doubled-over with anxiety. Being a human with a body is hard.
I thought constipated was exactly the opposite of what this drug does?
@Dunika No. Although, Ozempic can do either. It slows down digestion and lowers blood sugar. The unintended consequence being, it helps you lose weight. Weight loss is the side effect. Some people should not take it. Ever.
@@starryeyedtarot8876 hey I just wanted to say that you’re not alone!! I also feel unable to eat when stressed and the pandemic caused me to become underweight. Thankfully I’m a healthy weight again at the moment but it’s still hard to make sure I stay here. And I’m a lot weaker than I was before because I haven’t gained a lot of the muscle I lost back yet. I understand what you mean about how it’s hurtful that people will accuse us of not eating on purpose or having disorders we don’t have :/ I think people need to understand that disordered eating is not always one of the named eating disorders. Sometimes disordered eating has a cause that has nothing to do with body dysmorphia or wanting to lose weight.
I TOTALLY agree!
I was on Ozempic and lost some weight. I stopped because it made my internal organs feel uncomfortable. I think it’s even weird to be aware of one’s internal organs.
No nothing is bad about being aware of them
some people simply just are more aware of their specific body parts and organs. ive always been aware of my veins and my organs and it saved my life when i got sepsis lol
@@ruby_josie So delighted to hear you survived Sepsis. Such an insideous killer.
@@ruby_josie i lost my mom to sepsis, she was only 60. It was traumatic. Such a killer😞
@@sandralison7584 Well I guess it's just not usual. Most people walk around all day having no idea of what their liver or pancreas are up to.
I happened upon your video. I watched it all the way through and I'm glad I did! Now I'm thankful for my stage 3B kidney failure, which prevented me from trying Ozempic!
I had to drop ANOTHER COMMENT BECAUSE YOUR MONOTONE COMICAL TRANSPARENCY IS DEFINITELY A MOOD LIFTER, THAT I DIDN'T KNOW THAT I NEEDED!!! SO THANK YOU ❤❤❤❤
Jaime, I kno u r a low thyroid girlie. I want to let you know you’re not alone. I recently gained 30lbs on the scale in three weeks with no diet change. Thyroid weight is so weird and it feels like someone else’s body most of the time. It’s kinda traumatic having this swollen tissue that’s not really fat but it’s not really water either just engulfing you in rapid gains then basically refusing to leave.
Don’t lose hope. I never will!
I relate so much! ☹️
Love your positivity ❤
You might want to look into sites like stop the thyroid madness. Issues like this are often due to improper medications and dosages, and the insane amount of poor endocrinologists around. There are options to get better, but you have to do a lot of research to get there.
I relate too! I do have Hashimoto's and endometriosis but also insulin resistance. When I got my gallbladder removed the weight shot up exponentially. It sucks.
Damn that’s exactly what I feel, thank you for putting into words that I haven’t been able to
Jamie I literally am so glad you uploaded this!!! No one believes me when I say I felt like literal shit taking this medicine (and mounjaro)!! And I didn’t lose a POUND. I couldn’t even get out of bed to go to the gym. Another weird symptom I had was joint pain! No where listed in the side affects!! But anyway I am so thankful you uploaded this.
Isn’t it funny when a weight loss strategy doesn’t work it’s because we are “lying” or “doing it wrong?” Why isn’t the strategy ever to blame? Maybe it’s not healthy or truly doesn’t work for everyone because bodies are complicated 🤷🏻♀️
The same symptoms happened to me. No thank you. 😵💫
@@rachelmiller4949
Because "wamyn be crazy!!!".
I like your profile picture.
Exactly the same here. I talked to three different doctors over 3 years now about my involuntary weight gain and all of them were absolutely sure I needed ozempic/Saxenda. I tried it twice within half a year and stopped both times after one pen, because I felt as if my intestines were imploding, I didn’t lose any weight, I felt sick and literally masochistic, even with the whole needle-thing. It’s painful and it made me feel as if I am more sick than I actually am. Anyway, my point is that the third doctor that suggested it to me was „really surprised“ that I had such a bad experience. And I honestly feel as if the docs receive wrong information on ozempic and it’s actual side-effects. O, I forgot to mention, I had heart-palpitations as well… that was seriously scary.
Of course you didn’t lose any weight; you stopped after one week. I’m down 60 pounds. Dude effects were terrible at first but now are not bad a year in. It’s changed by life.
Thank you! This was so informative on so many levels. Your voice is so soothing.
I'm so glad you posted this. I've been a follower for a while, but I was just now recommended this - and I have a doctor's appointment this week to discuss weight loss medications. I've lost 55 pounds on my own, but I also have PCOS and I'm plateauing and can't get any farther, even exercising intensely and eating healthy every day. So it seems like a good thing...but I'm so nervous about it. I feel like all I hear is bad things. I have a history of suicidal ideation (a long time ago), and I saw another CZcamsr talking about how much Ozempic put them in a suicidal/depressive episode. I really don't want to do weight loss medications, but I don't know what else to do.
I don’t know if this will help but I talked with my doctor about two months ago about struggling to lose weight. I’ve never had a problem losing weight before and couldn’t figure out what my problem is. I’m on Prednisone which does increase appetite. I will be 60 this year and have arthritis, moderate asthma, fibromyalgia, neuropathy and am immunocompromised. He put me on Phentermine. I take it once a day (It’s a pill.) and it helps with appetite. I do still get hungry but not like before taking it. I’ve lost 24 pounds in about two months, but I am also doing Weight Watchers and sticking to it religiously. I’m also trying to be more active when I’m feeling up to it. I hope this helps.
@@bellah8393 thank you!! One of my friends is on Phentermine as well, and she loves It. Her doctor told her she shouldn't be on it longer than 3 months since it's a controlled substance, but my doctor says I would need to be on it for the rest of my life if I start. What did your doctor tell you about going off of it?
I'm 65 and diabetic. Thank you for being open and honest and sharing this valuable information.Very sorry to hear about all the health issues you have had to go through. Don't let anyone pressure you into anything. Just do what's right for you. Only recently discovered your channel. Your videos have been a real bright spot for me. Laughter is very important.
thank you Frank 🥰
I’m sorry it didn’t work for you. Mounjaro has literally saved my life but after 6 months, I stopped losing weight and I had to get out of the rabbit hole because I was comparing myself to others and felt so sad that I didn’t reach my ultimate weight loss goal. However, I’m no longer diabetic and I’m down 50 lbs and the quiet mind is huge for me. Good luck on your journey - whatever your goal!
Same. Mounjaro has been amazing for me.
Mounjaro is amazing! It really works. But Ozempic did nothing for me. The only problem with mounjaro is that it’s soooo expensive 😢
Semiglutide didn't work for me either. Horror side effects. The Tirzepitide is working great.
Ummm there is no cure for diabetes. Once u got it, you got it.
I just switched to maunjaro this week from semeglutide… definitely less nausea and headache… my sugars are much better and down 25 pounds. I’m glad Jamie shared as it’s definitely not for everyone but can help people. Glad to hear about maunjaro from you all!
Thank you for this video ❤ I am so sorry that you have to deal with all these health issues. Thank you for your honesty. You are incredible at telling it as it is, with humour even, but without bitterness or self-pity. I just think you are really really cool!
@jaimiefrench I got a small bowel obstruction from Semaglutide. It hurt so bad and ended up in the hospital for a week. It caused me anxiety and depression too. So, I hear you and thank you for sharing your story. ❤😊
As someone with pcos who is currently up 15lbs for literally no reason I appreciate you sharing because it’s not just the weight it’s so many other things, mental health, lack of sleep, the anxiety & depression. Being pre-diabetic that comes up with just that 1 diagnosis, + any other diagnosis that you have. It’s exhausting sometimes to just exist & find the will power to push through. So I can’t stress it enough, THANK YOU! For sharing such a vulnerable experience.
I have pcos but I gained weight from oral steroids bc I have lung issues rn . The stretch marks are what’s getting to me… they’re borderline taking up my entire upper thighs and on my lower back they’re super dark and deep :(
I hope you get to a healthy weight. Please read the first law of thermodynamics. You are not gaining 15 lbs for no reason. You are consuming enough calories to gain those 15 lbs. PCOS makes it a harder to lose weight, I’m sure. I have hypothyroidism and I have lost 92lbs since the pandemic began. Take accountability for your actions, take responsibility and take action. I lost the weight when I stopped using my hypothyroidism as an excuse
@@priscillaflores7656 I'm glad that this is your story, but you can't use that to beat it over people's heads. While being in a calorie deficit or surplus determines whether you'll lose or gain weight and the law of thermodynamics explains this, it doesn't account for the things that affect whether someone can get into a deficit/surplus. Having PCOS can reduce your metabolic rate by up to 700 calories. And this may take time, there are countless stories of young women who were thin but hairy as teenagers when they first got their diagnoses, but as they got older and the metabolic symptoms of PCOS kicked in like increased insulin resistance and decreased metabolic rate, they packed on the weight. One of the things that helps doctors diagnose the condition is significant weight gain.
On the other hand, I have experience with a mild form of hyperthyroidism that really won't give me other symptoms except heat sensitivity and dropping 30+ lbs in six months without changing my intake. And I understand that to be because my metabolic rate increased because of this condition. So it's not all about behaviours. You can even see Jaime here talking about being on a 300-400 calorie deficit from her usual intake on this drug, but still losing very little after several weeks. It isn't about "excuses".
@@priscillaflores7656 good for u. But hyperthyroidism isn’t the same as PCOS or Cushing’s or Prader Willi’s syndrome, etc. Instead of assuming people aren’t taking accountability ask yourself what makes you feel comfortable enough to tell another person on the internet what they’re doing wrong without knowing their medical history? Some people DO gain weight for no reason and end up having to see a professional after trying counting calories and learning about nutrition. It’s how many people end up getting tests and later a diagnosis.
People need more hobbies, and participate in community service, to keep their brains busy. Otherwise "just existing" becomes difficult.
I'm on ozempic for my type 2 diabetes, but with this rise of those using it for weight loss purposes, the company had a shortage for a few months. Unfortunately, I was off my medication and had trouble managing my blood sugar. Luckily, people who were using it for weightloss are now coming to the conclusion that it is not for them, allowing those of us who really need it to have it. Thanks for letting people know, Jaime.
Omg, thank you!! I am diabetic and needed to get my prescription filled before my insurance was cancelled due to a lay off. They didn’t get any in until the beginning of this month, so now I can’t get it until I can get insurance again. It’s so frustrating so many people are getting this med who are not diabetic. 😑
@@Krissybug123 Hi yep, the company, Nordisk, is now kept up with the demand. During the shortage, my doctor had thought to put me on Wegovy, but we realized that the same company creates and were on a shortage for both.. lol. Thank God I'm back to getting my regular supply. Hope you can get back to your blood sugar management 🙂
I'm not diabetic, but I do think it's selfish for people to use this for weight loss when diabetic patients can't get it because of shortages.
And then, the people using it for minor weight loss bragged about it on social media and spread the word for clout. Just asinine.
Nordic announced it was due to the pens, not the drug itself. I buy from a peptide lab, they buy from China like the compounding pharmacies. Most insurance plans don't cover Ozempic or Wegovy, and it's around 1200 out of pocket. Anyone can buy from the peptide labs, it's around $90/month. You're using regular insulin needles so no problems with shortages. Semaglutide usage is exploding, it is far higher than it was when the shortage began. Doctors are building weight loss programs into their businesses where for $299 - $499 per month you can visit their office weekly for an injection of generic compounded semaglutide or tirzepatide. This craze is not going away any time soon.
Thank You for being so vulnerable and honest. My Dr has been encouraging me to get on Weigovy or Zepbound. I have been doing research about them since. There is NO WAY I will go on any of those drugs. I’ll just continue to be, the way I am.
Thank You, thank you and I wish you better health. You are beautiful.
Get rid of that doctor. He's nothing more than a drug pusher. I bet he makes some great kickbacks on all the drugs he pushes.
It’s amazing to me that during Covid it was almost illegal to prescribe Plaquenil off label for illness, and it’s been around for 40 years, but you can take Ozempic off label for weight loss.
My mom started ozempic and she was having daily panic attacks and crying all the time. It was awful but she was happy to be losing weight…. Then her insurance stopped paying for it and she started begging my brother/her son for HIS ozempic despite the fact that he is diabetic and ozempic is the first drug he’s taken that has made an impact.
I just want people to understand how toxic our culture is with fatness and accept the fact that bodies come in all shapes and sizes.
But not all health. Obesity is unhealthy on pretty much all levels. It's not just about appearance. Your mother exhibited addictive behavior, that's not "the culture's fault." Upsetting stuff to have experienced in your family, I'm sure, but don't blame society.
@@SRPDunn Wow omg so edgy, Carl. You should really stop cosplaying as a doctor online especially when you have entirely no idea what you're talking about. If you're gonna troll at least be good at it.
@@SRPDunn it’s proven that yo yoing with your weight (which is also proven to happen to those who diet) puts you at higher risk of developing health conditions than staying consistently fat does.
@@Lady.Fern. I assume you meant to say that yo-yoing weight happens to SOME people who diet? Because it certainly doesn’t happen to everyone who diets…many people diet very successfully and maintain a healthy weight long term
And just because something else has a larger negative impact on your health (if that is in fact correct, I have never heard that personally and will need to research it for myself) that doesn’t undo the negative impact of obesity. Unfortunately obesity is harmful to long term health prospects, there’s no way around that 🤷♀️
@@SRPDunn Yep! That sure as hell sounds like an addiction issue more than a "fatness" issue.
I am a type 2 diabetic and started on ozempic a few weeks ago. I started to see weight loss almost immediately. The side effects have been mild so far with the exception of always feeling nauseous when I’m eating. I get that it is an appetite suppressant, but it has made it difficult to enjoy food. But my blood sugar has almost instantly regulated itself.
I am type 2 and I appreciate that you shared your experience. I haven't tried it yet, but I think I will try it.
I’m type 2 diabetic getting ready to start it. This comment is reassuring
I am a type two diabetic and I’ve been on it for a year and a half. I have lost that one 50 pounds so far it’s kind of at a standstill right now but that’s fine with me. I went through the nausea and throwing up a little bit, but eventually it quit And I have a 5.3 a 1C so I’m very happy with that.
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Congratulations. 😊 Sadly It isn’t working for me. The struggle continues.
I’m really glad you did this video. I had the same problems you did. The gallbladder, diarrhea, constipation, anxiety, etc. I lost a little weight at the beginning, but then stopped losing. So, after many years of dieting, I continue to count calories! God bless you!
Jaime should do audiobooks, her voice is so soothing.
Love that you mentioned your weight loss was more likely from cutting out dairy. I’ve been on the elimination diet since January. After cutting out dairy, process foods & gluten I’ve lost about 20 pounds. It looks like I’ve lost 40 though because all my inflammation is gone! Not to mention my brain fog is gone, sleeping better, higher metabolism & less food anxiety. I wish doctors would look more at food intolerance instead of going off the idea people are overweight because they’re constantly eating & they just need an appetite suppressant.
Processed food is like drugs. All that sugar and salt makes your brain light up as if you're taking heavy illegal drugs.
So if you cut food, are you eating the same amount? Or are you also eating less?
THIS!! People are so focused on the amount their eating but not focused on how WHAT they’re eating is affecting their bodies.
The carnivore elimination diet helped me lost 60 lbs from my initial weight of 220 lbs
I couldn't lose weight until i stopped gluten. Slow but down 50 lbs and kept it off for more than a decade.
Holy hell honey you are sooooo strong, dealing with all you’ve been through. I’m 47 years old and I spent almost my entire adult life trying to control my weight. So many long years in pain, disappointment, and restriction. I finally just had to eat things that didn’t hurt, didn’t matter what it was, with no regard for calorie count. Life is short. You’re awesome and deserve a life as free of pain as possible. Hugs.
Youre so pretty❤
I must concur with the comment before mine. You are, indeed, so beautiful! 🤍
Sorry, I had to peek at your pic upon reading the comments. You are very pretty, and look much younger than 40's. I'm sorry you've had to deal with yo-yo weight...I deal with it too. It sucks. Hugs & Love ❤❤❤
I mean it’s not new. Diabetics have been using it since 2012. It’s only newly been exploited for weight loss in the last couple years making it more difficult for diabetics to obtain it and making it more expensive.
@@ItsLys0620 They weren't able to keep up with the pen production.
Thank you for having the courage to speak out on this!!
We need people like you
Explaining what could really happen.
I sent this to my spouse, who I know is reluctant to talk
About this stuff
THANK YOU!
I’m sorry you struggled. That really sucks. I’m not sure why this video was recommended to me but I did watch and it was interesting to hear. My husband is a diabetic and keeping his blood sugar balanced is stressful and sadly he’s had to deal with some medication side effects along the way that are scary. Insulin amounts have to be based on what he’s eaten, if he’s had diarrhea, if he has exercised, if he’s got a cold, and so on. I say that only to say that I really empathize with wanting a medication to work and dealing with interactions so much that you will grasp any straw. I hope you feel better soon and find something that quiets your too busy mind. Best of luck.
Now I know what those awful stomach pains still are… been off Ozempic 4 weeks now. But, the migraine headaches are gone, as well as the no energy, 2 naps a day, and am sleeping so much better. I put up with so much, and rationalized all my symptoms away. Gee, no more vomiting and diarrhea! Imagine that, I now have a life!
Yes, it does that, it seems to me you can do one thing...or the other, either eat....or take ozempic.
I’m 71. My local pharmacy is compounding a generic version in a nasal spray. I’ve been on it for 2 months and have lost 23 pounds. I’m mobility limited, so I can’t work out, but I’ve still lost. No side effects so far. I’m sorry it didn’t work for you. Thanks for posting this video.
What’s the name of the nasal spray?
It’s the appetite that is the issue. If you are hungry you want to eat. This medication is made to address that as well as balance sugars. As well as feeling exhausted…and wanting to eat…not able to exercise. It’s a tool, just like any other medication.
@@Nonybusinessxxxxxx rude.
@@Nonybusinessxxxxxx it's reaaaaally difficult to lose weight if you can't move a lot, I didn't lose a single gram (swedish) whilst trying that this winter, forcing my body on walks helps but hurts so much and for weeks afterwards and makes me fall asleep (from exhaustion, shortly after a walk) but I eat in a calorie deficit and super healthy and still I am almost stuck at this weight 10-15 kilos above my normal weight that I had for years. I even weighed 20 kilos lower than now when I ate as healthy as I do now but also moved a lot and only gained weight during winter when it's too cold to move a lot here. Sorry for the super long personal story but I just wanted to add a different perspective. I've never been a big fan of medicine but I have to take stomach medicine to even 💩, which hurts and which should be made easier with my diet but there's a lot of ways your body can stop functioning properly and make it much, much more difficult to lose weight despite one's best efforts!
@@Nonybusinessxxxxxx would you shut tup my god
Thank you for sharing the raw details! Seriously people need to hear this!!
So sorry it didn’t work for you. Hope you’re feeling better & on a safer more effective track ❤
I'm so sorry that you had to go through all of that. I can only imagine the disappointment but I'm glad you are feeling better.
Jaime is sooo good at talking about something serious while also making you laugh the entire time.
I'm a medication technician at an assisted living home, and after a week of administering this medication (Ozempic) to one of my residents, they became so sick. Their nausea and stomach issuea was uncontrollable and they were soon taken off of it; their symptoms went away almost immediately.
This person has taken other forms of anti diabetic medication their whole lives-
This stuff is something else.
Hi sliger….omg it’s being used in a asst living community 😮
Medication technician..lol.
@@carollynt med tech? Ya know? Maybe you dont, thats fine. Im caring for our elders everyday which is more than most can say.
@@miketaylor7305 one of my residents was on it for good reason- but the side effects were awful. Poor guy was beyond nauseous for weeks.
@@turquoiseroomGod Bless Fellow caregiver. Not an easy job. It's not the butt wiping that gets me. It the incapacity to sincerely communicate with the dementia patients. Some talk all the time about nothing and get mad you don't have answers they want to hear for them.
I am thankful to hear someone speak out about this. Thank you. I know from personal experience that there is real pain behind the humor. ❤ it’s time we go easy on ourselves.
Thanks Jaime for your personal insights regarding your experiences with this drug. I appreciate your clear explanations of what happened and the timeline of all of it. That you are able to sort it all out and present it this way is really helpful. You have a wonderful sense of humor and a wonderful expressive delivery. I'm really glad to have stumbled onto your channel. Thank you!
You don't come across "anti-Ozempib" You come across highly intelligent and with a great ability to describe an adverse set of reactions. I"m always nervous of pharmaceuticals.There are ALWAYS side effects.I hope you can regain health and whatever weight you desire using the healthiest methods for you.
I've been hearing about this alot and I'm happy people are speaking out about it. This drug is only meant for certain people.
Thank you so much for this video. 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽 My bff is going through these same issues. And now I really understand how she feels even more. 😢 It’s such a struggle.
I’m happy to meet you. I’ve been considering taking this medication, I would like to o loose 30 pounds that I put on when Covid came in March 2020, you telling your story has jammed in the braked for me. I have low thyroid, heart issues, have had issues with dizziness since I was a child. Thank you for sharing this wild adventure you had. I’ll stay away from this medication, I thank you for this. ❤
I needed this message. I've been working with a nutritionist for close to a year now and started Ozempic 8 months ago? I feel so seen by your experience... I've been justifying staying on a semaglutide because of the desperate want that it would be the 'miracle' for me that it is for so many others. While I love the appetite repression (not thinking about food is amazing) I have so many negative side effects including the stomach ones. I have been avoiding activities in case there's an 'urgency' to get to a toilet. My emotions have been unpredictable. I've honestly never felt worse if I am actually being honest with myself and I've lost nothing but my personal peace and comfort. It's a really hard pill to swallow and it's made me... angry with myself because there are so many success stories and I was the one failing. The amount of shame I've dumped on myself has pushed me backwards on my mental health journey. I've not been transparent with my nutritionist or therapist because I kept justifying reasons to not tell them and your video today.... it just cut through my bullsh*t.
I could say so much more because you spoke so many of my own truths - but I will leave it with just, Thank you, Jaime. The transparency of what you were willing to share has at minimum helped me and I am grateful. I know there is a solution for us and I know that it won't take breaking our bodies physically and mentally and emotionally to get there. Thank you for checking my reality and bringing me back to center.
Tiffany, I'm so sad you experienced this.
You are stunning and I hope you find something that helps you see that as well--whether it be wt loss or a change of heart or whatever the eff
Thank you so much for sharing your story
Great expression of your thoughts and feelings, thanx for sharing them..
Thankyou so much for sharing. 🧡
U could research high fat carnivore. so many heal and lose weight rapidly in that community.. much love to you
I had severe anorexia as a teenager, and then serious addiction issues in my early twenties. Both of these things caused permanent damage to my gut, and I am VERY familiar with how feeling sick and in pain (and pooping one's pants) makes everything else go to hell. I'm off drugs that were killing me, you're off the drug that was killing you, and we are groovy now. All my well wishes, Ms. French
This is the first time of ever seen/heard you and I enjoyed this video so much. The short video inserts were spot on, so kudos to whoever is in charge of that. I can see why you have such a large following. You’re hilarious and charming.
Thank you for your transparency and honesty. I don't blame you at all for missing the "quietness" around thinking about food. It's something I deeply want as well. And I'm so sorry about the gallbladder pain. When you mentioned it, I immediately had flashbacks to when I was having my gallbladder attacks and when I say I would rather give birth then deal with gallbladder pain, I mean it.
I work in pharmacy, and I'm genuinely concerned that no one knew about the digestive/gastrointestinal/gallbladder/shitting side effects. After feedback from our first few patients about it, and a staff member being on a different semaglutide product, it's the first thing that our pharmacists warn people about when they start the therapy. Doctors need to know better about what they prescribe. If they are going to keep refusing to listen to pharmacists, then they need to become more well-versed themselves
Edit: I do want to clarify, for most (from what I've seen) those side effects do go away over time. But any medication like this is bound to have at least one negative side effect, but with everything our sweet gal has dealt with in her health, I am unfortunately not surprised that it was not a good fit :(
As a nurse I have seen most SE's being egg burps,n/v and just symptoms related to the delayed gastric emptying.
that is odd because if anything, i would be constipated cause no interest in eating enough...
i trust my pharmacist before i trust my doctor, and a surgeon told me to always check w my pharmacist on any rx. far too many updates & changes for md's to remember.
@@mjkay8660 I agree with you ! I trust my pharmacist any day before my Doc. Pharmacists know much more about drugs than the Doctors.
Had the same issues w/ diarrhea vomitibg and nausea and never went away nomater how long i took it
I’m so glad I watched this video. I started taking Semaglutide about a month ago and I am absolutely miserable. I feel like I’m dying of dysentery.
Get off that Oregon Trail
You need to discuss with your doctor. Diarrhea more than a few days is dangerous.
Eat differently! Bratt diet!
Bananas
Rice
Applesauce
Toast
Tea
All unsweetened...
I've taken the "O" RX for my Diabetes for iver 2 years. Maintaining my weight-loss, A1C is 6.1, passed EKG, off all other RX meds! This girl is going for drama! And, selling something I'm passing on!
Find a real health CZcams entertainer! 😅
@@Dontstop822 If your life is to the point of worrying about sh*tting yourself on the daily, just stop injecting this crap. Eat a healthy diet, exercise, and get a real physician to help you control your insulin.
My husband had the same experience. I appreciate someone being honest. A friend of ours went off of it and almost died. So, you can call her a drama queen but she speaks truth. Not sure about you.
I appreciate the honesty from your experience! I have a lot of the identical health issues that you have and I also gain and can’t loose , period ! Had thought about ozempic but now I see that it isn’t for me !!! Glad you are feeling better !!!
You are amazing! Thank you for sharing and your sense of humor is great!!
When you mentioned "quieting the voice" I felt like you were the only person I have ever heard that understands that voice like someone telling you to "eat it" over and over until you finally give in and then I feel like crap after I do. It's so hard and most people don't understand that at all when I say it's like someone in my head telling me to do it, crazy as that sounds. It would be amazing to shut that voice up for good. Thank you for understanding that and letting me realize there are others who feel the same way. It helps more than you could ever know.
When I have alcohol cravings, I get that same voice. I definitely believe you.
I have the same thing. It’s a part of Binge Eating Disorder. It sucks. For me, I am at the point where just not gaining weight each week is progress.
But, I really need to lose weight to be healthier. I need to not only be there for my small kids, but I need to interact and get in the floor and play with them, too. Which is hard right now.
Once I hit 200 I REALLY felt it. Energy decreased (even more than it already was) walking harder, and even just the way my arms rested away from my body. I also have a bad back and heart disease and I know this is just further straining it.
It’s hard, but it is important to do everything we can to be better and be healthier. Stay strong! ❤
The New York Times recently had a big article about how Ozempic and its similar drugs quiet the food mental chatter. Apparently that's not only common but embraced by Ozempic users.
I tried the hormone suppressing drug Lupron as a last step before getting a hysterectomy because of gnarly endometriosis. That was the first time since I was a kid that I didn't hear that little voice saying "eat it!". Being on Lupron was so scary because of the hideous side effects and how it takes over your whole body, but it was neat seeing how other people live. Nothing bothered me or made me worry, I had a neutral measured response to everything, my energy levels were constant, and I only ate for practical reasons. I was like "ooohhh now I understand how my husband and dad and brothers move through life..."
We are not weak or strong, we are what our hormones tell us to be!
@@dellfeld4everthat voice is hard… and then having other health issues which I have that make life seem sometimes impossible. Thank goodness for therapy, and a loving partner.
A lot of creators coming out about this drug. I just watched Celina Spooky Boo and she had horrible side effects. Honestly Im glad that people are giving their honest experiences.
Your experience with food sounds so much like what I deal with. Its a toxic relationship.
I watched hers too and I was wondering if that prompted Jamie to talk about it. But I guess a lot of people are talking about it now so maybe not
This is the comment I was looking for since I too watched Celina's video and it's sad knowing how this "drug" is really hurting people
Thank you for sharing this video. I am currently taking this medication but I was concerned about different people’s experiences. So far it’s been a good experience for me but I appreciate you sharing yours! Thank you.
Ugh I just want to give you a hug ❤ I'm so sorry you went through all that
I wish Intentional weight loss wasn't something that we needed a trigger warning for, but its good to see the truth about what ozempic can do.
Same
It's good for people to know what the subject matter is if they need to avoid that, but no one should have to justify even talking about it. Right now I have a health issue that is very much made worse by my weight, and I should be allowed to work on that and allowed to talk about it. I guess I wouldn't talk about it to a friend who has an e.d.
Right, that's why there's a warning because it's a public space and someone with an ED is likely to watch
It's for people who have EDs
trigger warning's aren't about you needing to justify talking about something. it is purely to warn someone you will be talking about it. in this case, its good for someone like me to be prepared. i am eating disordered. there were some triggering things here for sure - but, because i was mentally prepared to face those subjects, i was able to take part in a discussion about a subject that relates to me and my struggles. and that's good for everyone.
It sounds like the anxiety was your body's way of telling you to stop taking this.. a built-in warning system of sorts. Thank you for sharing and we're all behind you no matter what
Not true. Semaglutide is an awesome drug for type 2 diabetics and for obese + type 2 diabetics it is achieving wonders but obviously it has very severe side effects, so much so that it even grows your existing thyroid nodules so we don't prescribe it to patients that have thyroid cancer in their families. Actual diabetics that need this drug will also experience anxiety so this has nothing to do with gut feeling. The key line is don't take a drug that is meant for type 2 diabetics when you are not even close to that.
@SunnyinNV pork is very inflammatory. I would see if you can introduce beef, grass fed. And be careful with too much fish because of heavy metals. I really love Dr. Paul Saladinos research if you’re interested. But so glad to hear that eliminating things have helped!
when you get anxiety it is it's own thing and you have to learn not to trust it. an anxiety attack puts you in full fight or fight mode, as if your life is in danger, and you are laying in bed watching cute animal videos. if you regularly get anxiety, you can't trust it anymore so it can't be used as an alert system. getting out of bed can cause you anxiety - should i listen to it? hell no
I’m so sad for you, but your attitude is so upbeat!! I had a Dr. a few years ago who is retired now but she said she would NEVER give a patient a drug, any drug that had been on the market for 7 years preferably 10 years and had been tested a lot! My friend is taking this drug 24:16 ozempic injections but has not worked as she thought it would. I’m worried that it will make things worse in her health issues . I hope someone gets your health issues straightened out, so sorry you’re going thru this. It is my first time seeing your show . Ps you are a very pretty young woman! And you have a great personality!! Gave me a few laughs thru all your trouble!
It's not fatphobic to want to lose weight. You do what makes you happy, Jaime French, as long as you're being safe and healthy with your decisions.
I can't thank you enough for posting this! I also have PCOS and losing weight has always been almost impossible. I have been trying to get semiglutide but Tricare doesn't cover it for insulin resistance at this point. I think this is a sign to just keep on improving my fitness level and working on my relationship with food, and accept where my body size ends up.
you should follow the " glucose goddess" her advice has helped me a lot w insulin resistance has someone who also has pcos :(
My ob/gyn recommended I go to a compound pharmacy so I only pay about $160 every 3 months for my injections. I have PCOS and weight loss is literally impossible because I'm insulin resistant. I'm down 25 pounds in 3 months and it's the first time I've felt like myself. I do get some side effects like headache and nausea.
I was just finally approved to get this medication thru insurance. I am a diabetic, and the insurance company wanted me to try jardiance first. So I've been on that for 6 months and it's not super helpful, but now I can get ozempic. Good luck. 😊
@@oisforolivia7971 do you mind sharing what compounding pharmacy you use? I get semaglutide for a similar price but they have so many new customers that can't keep up and it's delaying my prescription by 4 weeks.
Improving fitness and relationship with food will get you there.
Michelle McDaniel is a youtuber who had PCOS and Endometriosis and she went from obese to buff fitness trainer just with calorietracking and working out
A couple of years ago, my former gynecologist tried to put me on Wegovy for weight loss. I came to her with some issues I was concerned about. She told me it was all because I had gained weight. Me being a nurse and professor, I knew the weight gain was only a symptom of an underlying illness. I refused to take it and have since found out that I was right.
You are so entertaining….thanks for you kooky honesty! 😊
That info you gave was very enlightening. I’m type 2 and been on ozempic for 11 months. Each time I had to increase dosage I’d have violent vomiting the next day followed by nausea for rest of week. I finally decided to change dosage by very small increments instead by manufacturer recommendated dosage. Constipation was problem more than diarrhea but had both. Also “sulphuric burping”. Because food was stuck in stomach the gas builds up and horrible smelling/tasting burps. I’ve learned to not eat much at all the day or two following shot. I’ve lost 30 lbs but not an easy way. I did give myself week long drug vacation when constipation got to be 4-5 days. That helps and my controlling dosage.
I'm not on this one but I'm on wegovy. I was diagnosed with pre diabetes meaning if I didn't get my blood sugar and weight and control I would get type 2. Since starting Ive had no symptoms and im down 60 lbs. Only about 50-60 more before im no longer considered obese. And my sugars have been fantastic . I'm not saying it's for everyone because I do know some people on my reddit that had awful experiences but for me personally I love it and it is saving my life
Wegovy is semaglutide, just like ozempic. Those are just brand names for the same medication.
same for me 10 months in and still just on 1 mg not 2 and amazing side effect NO interest in alcohol and shopping --- I had no intention of not drinking wine 4-5 times a week, but now very occasional and to be social with others a dinner
@@chelelee6321 All medications that are in the same family can have different effects. It's usually because they have different fillers due to drug patent laws. Jamie was on a compound pharmacy version that includes B12 as the filler to avoid a patent lawsuit. I know this would not work for those like myself who cannot tolerate side effects of cyanocobalamin. Cyanocobalamin is a manufactured man-made version of vitamin B12. I know of one female who tried the same compound as Jamie that reported she could not tolerate the injections only after 3 months. Her physician took her off the medication for 3 months. She has since been taking Wegovy injections at home under constant monitoring by her physician for 5 months with no side-effects. Not to say this would work for everyone but her story and weight loss is amazing.
@TS Now where did she say she's on wegovy?
@@HannahRose19960 her friend is on wegovy
This reminds me of Fen-Phen back in the 90s, people were losing weight like crazy on it. I tried to talk a co-worker out of taking it, I had a sense that it was NOT GOOD. Then it came out that it was causing heart damage. Thanks for sharing your experience. I have that same sense about this drug causing serious damage to the body on some level, we will see what happens in the future. I'm sure you will be okay because you didn't take it for very long. Your body was speaking to you with the painful symptoms. You have a great sense of humor and you are beautiful! Being human we never seem to be happy with the body we are given, that's a real struggle.
I'm sorry, but a prescription medication that has gone through many safety and efficacy trials is not the same as an over the counter supplement that was available b/c the FDA does not regulate any supplements.
Btw, having side effects are not the same as causing actual organ damage. The body can acclimate to a medication and thus side effects can go away. Sometimes not. All of our bodies have different chemistries and that effects how people react to the same medication. For example, Ms. French mentioned that she already had colitis. If I were her doctor, I would not advise anyone with any type of colitis to take a medication that is known to cause abdominal side effects. Frankly, after hearing about Ms. French's colitis, I was not shocked at all that this didn't work for her.
Lastly, I also wonder whether Ms. French took Ozempic b/c she has diabetes or just wanted to lose weight. As someone who has extreme diabetes, I know that there is a difference between the two. I am insulin dependent and have to take massive amounts of long term and short term insulin, plus 3 oral medications. Plus I have to be on a very low carb diet. Yet I am still fat. But b/c I am very sick, I am focused on how the medication might help my illness. The weight loss would only be a bonus. I know that when I started taking Janumet I was very sick for weeks. Constant nausea and abdominal pain. It was really bad, but if I could get used to it, I knew it would help. Thankfully, the side effects went away and it helped a lot. I wanted to clarify that there is a big difference between taking this to lose weight and taking this to treat a deadly disease.
@@gracieb.3054 to clarify, fen-phen was a drug, not a supplement, it was actually a combination of two drugs, both approved by the FDA, but never approved to be used in conjunction for safe use, and doctors were prescribing it, as in the case of my co-worker. It was being prescribed as an off-label drug, exactly what is being done with Ozempic. Prescribing it for weight loss is considered off label, but apparently is legal at the doctor’s discretion.
@@gracieb.3054 safety trials...doesnt mean too much long term because a decade or two later its hard to isolate. There are still effects people wont know if its because of ozempic or other things. Just like ssri's you will report it but they will just list it as a rare side effect and pass. The motivation is money. There are countless class actions against big popular drugs; what works amazingly for 10 million people will injure 2 million pple etc. Benzo's are drugs too. So is phentanyl. Only people who need it should use it otherwise nothing will replace exercise and decent diet. Playing with insulin will come at a cost. I think people should try it but do tests on your blood sugar and balance it out with workout and diet instead of high doses.
@@gracieb.3054you keep telling yourself this. I took the Fen-Phen myself back in the day also a popular weight loss drug. I had open heart surgery as a result and won a lawsuit. ITS NOT WORTH IT…
I agree. I took it for 3 months and felt like I was dying. I lost my appetite..but also, for everything, not just food. I was a zombie on this awful awful drug.
I'm so happy you posted about this. My husband has been dealing with weight problems for years now and has been thinking about trying this. But he also has a long list of stomach problems. I want him to make an informed decision and I think your experience with this medication is something he needs to know about.
Jaime I’m so glad to see you! I’ve missed you so much since your beauty products days! ❤
I stopped 3 weeks ago after finally realizing that the anxiety and depression I’d been feeling over the last 12 weeks was from the Ozempic.
After one week off of it I was like “holy crap, I haven’t been ME for like three months”. Literately unable to experience true joy, anxious allllll the time, crying a lot, zero energy.
Thank you for making this. This is not the miracle drug we were hoping for.
But are u gaining the weight back?
@@cathyhopkins2151who cares! She was miserable!!
@@cathyhopkins2151 Do you think being fat is worse than being severely depressed?
I’m glad you’re feeling back to your normal self. Depression is not a good exchange for weight loss. I’m sure the person asking about gaining weight back is coming from a place of true curiosity not being vicious. It’s a human thing to be curious. This drug has come on the scene so fast and there’s not a lot of info about it besides people are taking it.
Biggest reason I'll never consider it. I'll pay for a personal fitness/nutrition trainer before trying Ozempic. I'm already on anti-depressants/anxiety and still struggle most days. I take lots of meds in general for various medical issues. I'm not about to introduce what seemingly sounds like a nuke to my system.
Omg YES when i was 16, i was with someone who was 28. I never realized how disgusting that was until i turned 28 and realized i was the same age he was🤢🤢 idk why it took me so long, i always knew the relationship was abusive af, but i never realized how gross the age thing was until i myself was his age and the thought of looking at a 16yr old like that legitimately makes me nauseous and soooo grossed out. Its so weird how we arent able to see things for what they are while we are in it
Yor letter touches me, Brigida907, when you state that you had a boyfriend, when you were 16, that was 28 years old, and that you realize, now that you are grown up, that this wasn't right.-you are correct, except for the idea, which you appear to express in your writing, that the grossness and disgust was YOUR FAULT-this was NOT your FAULT, IMO, and as a woman who is advanced in years, I should mention.- You should have been PROTECTED from this 28 year old abusive man, from your parent(s).-You could have been seriously hurt, or even killed!!It is a PARENT'S JOB to protect and guide their children!!-that is why they are called, " CHILDREN "!-They are not old enough to have wisdom, and reasoning skills, to make sound decisions!-Those qualities take years to develop!-It is just good that you were able to get away from this man when you did!-I am happy for you that you did!!-Bless you & yours -**
Same! Except the guy I was messing with was my neighbor! My mom caught him in a grocery store and went OFF. At the time I was embarrassed but looking back on it, I was with a predator and so were you. It's a scary, sick world we live in. And people will say we knew better. No, we didn't. We were 16. I thought I was special getting that attention from an older male. At 16, I also had a 30 year old, social worker at that who lived in another state, sending me money and gifts. Looking back, im glad nothing bad happened.
Not YOUR fault. You were a literal child who was being groomed. Thank God you got out of there in one piece.
@@tinafoos8018 Here here! Yes, parents should protect but let me tell you, I had a friend when I was 15 that did all kinds of horrible things (including allowing grown men to treat her like a blow up doll) and her parents had absolutely no idea. She had them completely snowed. This happens more than you would think.
@@StEpHaNieS1987 Good for your mom! Thank God you got away from those creeps!
Thank you for sharing this important info. The video and comments are illuminating. Appreciate all the personal experiences.
Girl as a fellow depressive thyroid patient with lupus and no gallbladder, I feel you. You have really been through it and it will always be so much harder with so many hormonal issues and it’s hard for people to understand. There’s no pain like gallbladder issues, it’s like giving birth. If it didn’t work for you, something else will. X
I had my son ALL natural. Not a single pain IV or epidural. Nothing.
That wasn't ANYTHING compared to the pain of gallstones. I'd give birth again 100% natural over that anytime. 😅
As someone who works in this kind of industry, If you ever have side effects from taking medication to contact the company directly on their customer service/compliance line. Most of these companies have email, phone number or contact that collects reports of side effects and such. This can help with bringing awareness to better inform patients of side effects not observed in clinical trials, which inturn help better inform doctors about all the potential side effects within their own patients and also in instances where medicine batches can be contaminated and need to be recalled. Thank you for sharing your story Jaime and if you have not yet or your doctors have not yet, please reach out to the drug manufacture and inform them of your experiance taking the drug; it can help a lot of people down the line.
Oh good to know!
She was taking a compounded version of semaglutide so this would not apply to her. But I agree, anytime there is a reaction to a prescription medication it should be reported to VAERS.
I used mounjaro for about 3 months and would swear to you that I almost died twice. O. M. G. I was constantly nauseated (which should’ve been my first sign but I’m pretty much ALWAYS nauseated anyway) and I never was hungry. The pain and nausea and inability to get any relief whatsoever was terrifying. Just shittin and puking all over the place. Each incident lasted EXACTLY 12 hrs and made me pray for death or relief! I lost like 15 lbs and have kept it off but that shit is for the birds!!!
Do carnivore
I was given MJ also. My first week I was so sick I could t leave my house. I had diarrhea about 100 times. Stomach cramps were the worst I’ve had in my life. Plus I could have still eaten a pizza. 😂. The cramps and diarrhea were the worst. I would never take it again.
You are such a beautiful person and strong and brave THANK YOU for sharing your story !
Jaime, thank you for sharing & detailing your experiences while taking this drug. Much needed to be aired to help educate others so that in their desperate attempt to fight their obesity with this drug, that they don’t ignore these & other symptoms. So wanting it to work for them that they deny what their body is telling them! Thank you.
I'll also say that a ton of my family had taken it and lost a ton of weight and haven't had bad reactions, but that wasn't my experience. It was incredibly awful, and I spent a week in enormous pain! I've had stomach issues my entire life, but my doctors haven't figured it out yet. Maybe I'll have to look into colitis. Thank you for being honest so people like me who had a terrible experience don't feel like we're just being babies.
Oh, I have colitis. It's awful. I hope you figure out whats wrong and I hope you don't have colitis. I don't wish that on anyone.
I’ve had stomach issues my whole life too. I recently started the low FODMAP diet to figure out what’s triggering my issues. It’s helped! So far it’s dairy, wheat and apples.
I don't know about Ozempic, but the warnings with Monjauro specifically state not to use if you have any digestive issues.
Hey!! I’m on Ozempic… for diabetes, with very minimal issues… and I’m thankful! I’ve seen the gradual weight loss since going up to 2 mg. Sadly, I am one of those who had a big gap in taking my meds because of the increased use of the drug for weight loss… that seems to have resolved, thankfully!
I have always had issues losing weight. Only two things have worked for me: intermittent fasting (I currently do this) and seeing a nutritionist who gave me instructions to eat 6 mini meals daily… drink my water… and gave me fat and calorie boundaries… She told me to eat my first mini meal no later than 30 minutes after getting up with at least 8 oz of water….and to eat no sooner than two and a half, but no longer than three hours apart. Nothing after 7pm.
I lost 15 pounds the first month. She told me my metabolism was lazy (😂🤣) and I had to eat to get it going again. It worked… but it took a ton of meal prep… I ate a lot of fresh veggies, nuts and proteins. No caloric drinks between meals.
Love your channel!! You will find what works for you! 🎉
How quickly did they bring you up to 2mg? Did you not lose any weight on 1mg?
I appreciate this heads up! My Dr. has suggested Ozempic to get me through the BMI hoop for knee replacement and labral tear surgery. I have IBS and food sensitivities, so I already poop my pants spontaneously, but it's good to know to take extra precautions (ie. changes of clothes). I also appreciate knowing you didn't lose much weight. I am notoriously resistant to weight loss meds so knowing I need to manage expectations is super helpful. I also have an eating disorder that's being triggered by this whole process.
I hope you are healed from your ordeal quickly.