You can't just eyeball this—you need actual lab work, specifically insulin levels, glucose, and the rest of the panel. Oh, because Google is such a reliable medical authority.
Insulin resistance shows up in blood work—not just the standard stuff you get at a routine physical, but specific markers my insurance didn't cover this time around. I’ve had it diagnosed before, but doctors seem split on it; some see it as a legitimate issue, while others act like it's nothing. That’s why I want to visit the Mayo Clinic—I need to hear what actual specialists think about my situation.
I'm not exactly thrilled about needles, but if an expert tells me it's necessary given my diagnosis, I'll consider it. If they tell me it's no big deal, then I'll take their word for it. To be honest, a nutritionist told me recently that losing weight on my own would be an uphill battle because of these specific parameters. So... I'm still weighing my options since I haven't quite made up my mind yet.
How did you all find the motivation to finally pull the trigger?
Your diet looks incredible 🙂 With a menu like that, you’d expect faster progress—but insulin resistance usually has other plans... honestly, kudos to you. Much respect.
I won't bore you with my own food logs; there isn't much to brag about :-) I have a daily sweet tooth, so I'll spare you the details... though things will change once I start Ozempic!
On another note, I just had my physical. All the standard results came back fine—blood sugar, cholesterol, the usual suspects. They didn't run an insulin resistance test since it wasn't covered by my insurance. I think I’m going to ask for a referral to the Mayo Clinic so we can figure out if I actually have a diagnosis or not. I need to know if I should be genuinely worried about diabetes or if I can stop stressing. Let's settle that once and for all. 🙂
Anyway, George, tell us—how many meals are you having a day? What’s the diet looking like? Are you doing any snacks too?
I’ve got my checkup tomorrow; I honestly can’t wait to get this over with. I’m definitely going to ask for a referral to the Mayo Clinic—if they tell me I showed up for nothing, so be it.
Thanks, Elizabeth—you’ve been a huge help. I have my checkup this Saturday, and according to the instructions, I’m supposed to avoid anything that causes bloating because of the ultrasound. Honestly? I’ve been eating like a teenager today—just grazing constantly. It’s a personal flaw: whenever someone tells me not to eat something, I end up craving it twice as much. 🙂
I can't wait to get this checkup over with so I can finally relax. 🙂
I don't know if anyone else has noticed, but there is food on screen every single second lately. Whether it’s a commercial or a movie, everyone is always eating, cooking, or snacking. Is there anything on TV that doesn't revolve around food? Even those reality shows where people just sit around eating desserts—it's constant. At this rate, the only thing left that isn't about eating is the weather report, though I'm sure they'll find a way to work a snack into the forecast soon.
Hi Isabella! Which clinic did you visit for your consultation? I’m gearing up for my first appointment, so I’m soaking up all the advice I can get. 🙂 Can you actually book an appointment through email?
Did they handle all those blood tests right there on-site? Nice—they don't cut corners.
Look, just take it easy. It’ll all work out. If you could manage the wait this long, you can handle one more week. No need to panic; just stay calm.
Man, I’ve lost track of how many of these new medications have been hitting the market lately—there's Ozempic, Wegovy, and whatever else is out there.
You probably just had a momentary panic when you realized it was out of stock, but nothing just vanishes from your system overnight. Even with harder stuff—like narcotics—they say it takes about two weeks for the body to fully clear out, so I suspect this is mostly just subconscious anxiety.
Personally, work and life obligations have me stressed, so I tend to turn to food for comfort. It’s fine for now since my weight stays relatively stable—which, honestly, I consider a win. I didn't even pack on the pounds during the lockdowns, which was a genuine success. Some of my coworkers came back to the office looking twice their size. 🙂 I walk a lot, so I think that helps keep things in check. Still, I’m starting to worry about diabetes; what I’m doing isn't exactly "healthy." 🙂 I'll keep you posted.
That sounds like a solid result to me—not sure how you feel about it though? How are you feeling right now, in this moment?
I can't believe you ran out of medication—will you have enough to last until your next refill?
I have my physical this Saturday, so I'm eating nothing but junk just to make sure my bloodwork is actually realistic 🙂 I even realized I might be overdoing it, but I’ve decided to just let loose until Easter. After that, we go hard—doctors be damned!
I've noticed I always get anxious leading up to Easter, so I start some diet, then inevitably blow it during the holiday—it's been the same cycle for twenty years 🙂 Well, this time we're starting after Easter. And I've decided to get serious and see an endocrinologist if necessary.
Terry Ross3 said:Once I finally decided to kick the coffee habit... honestly, the withdrawal process felt way more brutal and dragged on much longer than when I quit smoking or drinking.. Coffee is just straight-up a drug, I guess; it’s tough, maybe even incredibly difficult, to break the cycle and actually feel healthy again while dealing with those headaches and everything else... but that's just my experience, and I don't miss it one bit today. I usually just stick to some water first thing in the morning or maybe a cup of tea.. as long as I'm getting enough fluids, I don't have any issues with digestion, and I've pretty much forgotten what a headache even feels like. Good luck to anyone else trying to quit.
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Reading this gives me hope that I might actually be able to quit coffee one day! Did you go cold turkey, or did you scale back gradually?
I think I'll try limiting myself to just one cup a day—morning only, with milk or cream. If I can stick to just one, I'll consider it a win!
In the meantime, I picked up some chicory—it comes in a blue box—and it does the trick as a coffee substitute during the afternoon. It’s actually not bad at all.
stormyfalcon4, I’m glad you’re seeing results—it sounds like you've made the right call. There’s no point in overdoing it; just adjust the dosage when the effects start to taper off. Smart move.
George, hang in there. How are you actually feeling? Are you sleeping okay? Keeping busy? Managing to cook for yourself or packing lunches for work?
A little healthy debate never hurt anyone.
I finally scheduled my annual physical for the end of the month—that’s step one. Honestly, I’ve spent my whole life dodging doctors (no idea why), to the point where I officially have "white coat syndrome"—you know, when your blood pressure and pulse spike the second you walk into a clinic 🙂, even though everything is perfectly fine once you get home. I’m convinced I was a surgeon in a past life and accidentally killed someone 😁😁😁😁
So, consider me booking this checkup a massive win. If my labs come back clean, I might just celebrate by running to the Mayo Clinic.
I've also stepped up my activity levels—hitting the gym three times a week now. It isn't groundbreaking, but it’s progress.
I actually found quite a bit of motivation from those step-counting apps. At one point, I got a little too obsessed—started tracking every single movement 🙂—so I eventually had to just delete them. But if you give it a shot, you’ll find yourself naturally pushing for more after a few days. 🙂
I was a bit sloppy tonight, but I'm choosing to ignore it; tomorrow I'm back on track as if nothing happened. Ignore 🙂
I think you write very clearly and expressively—your honesty about your experience is incredibly helpful, thank you! 🙂
Look, from where we're sitting, losing 7 lbs is actually great. I know it might not feel like much to you, but take it easy—you're just getting started. Plan for at least a year to lose the weight and then stabilize so you can find a steady rhythm in life without everything creeping back. It depends on how much you need to lose, of course, but one doctor told me that for every month spent losing weight, you need another month just to let your body stabilize. Keep that in mind!
Keep going—I'll be following your progress. Personally, I've upped my activity levels and cut back on the snacking; I even ditched sweets for Christmas, so we'll see how that goes. It’s not a massive overhaul, but it's a start. I haven't made it to the doctor yet—I need to build up some momentum first!
As for surgery, you made the right call. I know several women who have gone through it, and there have been all sorts of complications. There are even forums dedicated to women who've had the procedure if you're really interested in reading up on it—I'll dig something up for you!
Those surgeries are basically shrinking your body FOREVER, and some people still end up gaining weight afterward. So... there are no guarantees with any method, but at least here, you won't be cutting yourself open. Just hang in there and keep pushing forward!
I have to say, I didn't deal with much nausea from the Belmonte—which is made by General Mills—but for some reason, it just vanished from pharmacy shelves for a while. You’re absolutely right, though; there's no reason to give up. Thanks for sharing your experience and for the encouragement! 🙂🙂🙂
Megan Anderson5, losing those 13 pounds feels like a massive win to me—honestly, I’d say it’s the perfect psychological boost to keep you moving forward. Now that you've started, just focus on incrementally bumping up your activity or finding small ways to cut calories where you can. Don't rush it, though; this is a marathon, not a sprint. Don't let yourself get swept up in the frantic pace or the hype.
I'm speaking from experience here—mostly for my own sake, really:-)
And please, just ignore the trolls.🙂)
What’s your daily Metformin dosage? And how long have you been on it?
Nausea is a huge issue for me—I actually quit Metformin because of it—but I can see things getting worse over time, so I’ll eventually have to face reality. You're right, though; you need to get your labs done first to see if there's actually anything to worry about.
Did you run any blood work regarding your sugar levels before starting the medication—and if so, what did the results look like? I mean, things like glucose, insulin resistance, HbA1c, or whatever the specific markers are. Did they actually perform those tests before prescribing the therapy?
Thanks for posting—I’m actually quite interested in this. Definitely keep us posted on any updates, including side effects like nausea or any actual results you see.
I’ve got my own set of issues to deal with, and now that I’m hitting a certain age, I’m seriously considering finally heading over to Varaždin Hospital for a proper endocrine workup just to see where things stand.
If this helps with the weight loss—specifically by killing off that constant hunger—then great. If not, there's really no point. Obviously, diet and exercise matter, but I have these phases where I'm working out like a maniac and eating strictly, yet the scale still refuses to budge.
Even the doctor I saw for acupuncture mentioned that I find it harder to lose weight than the average person—which is living proof enough for me—but I didn't feel like getting into a whole debate about it with him. 🙂
Did you go to V. Vrhovac or a different hospital? I assume the basic process would be visiting a weight loss clinic for blood work and whatever else they deem necessary before deciding on next steps.