I just finished all my lab work and I'm currently waiting on the results. Honestly, right now? I feel like I’m in peak physical condition! :-) It turns out that insulin resistance they were so convinced I had during my checkup might not even be an issue. Looks like it's back to focusing on my diet! 🙂
Thanks for understanding, yeah, it really feels like those kinds of days just happen sometimes I honestly can't wrap my head around why they hit or how they pass by so fast🙂 but man, they can be brutal😢(
I think you made the right call—injections are a much better route than surgery. Surgery is permanent and comes with its own set of downsides, plus the results don't always stick long-term. I've known people who went that route, and there were plenty of discussions about it online back in the day; I could always find the info if I needed it.
It sounds like you're on the right track, and I love how determined you are! Whether it takes a little more time or less, you'll get to your goal, and that’s the only thing that matters!🙂 Now it's all about staying steady and keeping that focus!🙂))
When you mentioned wanting those injections, did he just give you the green light immediately, or was there actually a whole debate about it?
I’ve been seeing this doctor who doesn't exactly strike me as the "let's prescribe medication" type. 🙂 Honestly, I'll be perfectly fine just sticking with Metformin.
Lately, I feel like I'm hungry again all the time. Like, CONSTANTLY. It doesn't matter what I eat or how much I eat, I'm already thinking about my next meal. I have no idea why this keeps happening to me every once in a while.
When you told him you wanted to start those injections, did he just give you the green light, or was there actually a debate about it?
I talked to my doctor, and I honestly don't get the feeling he's going to be thrilled about prescribing them to me. 🙂 Honestly, I'll be perfectly fine just sticking with Metformin.
Megan Anderson5, welcome! So glad to hear your surgery went smoothly! I'm guessing you're still on some kind of medical leave or working from home? Hang in there and just take it one day at a time! Honestly, seeing how you're handling this is such an inspiration—because when I see those 17 people passing out, I just feel like 😁
I actually started tracking my calories recently, and once I did the math, it turns out I'm basically doubling my daily limit. At this rate, I'm not even sure if injections will be able to save me 😁
I’m heading to the lab this Monday to get my glucose tolerance test done. If everything comes back normal—which, let's face it, looks likely—then I'll have to admit I'm just overeating. 😁 Unless there's some weird underlying condition 😁 😁
Then, of course, comes the real challenge: figuring out how to talk my endocrinologist into actually writing that prescription.
So, I just wrapped up my appointment with the specialist—he’s a bit of a character! :-) Basically, he handed me a list of blood tests to get done, so we'll see where things stand once those results are in. I haven't even officially asked my main question yet! :-)
During my physical, the doctor there told me I have insulin resistance. But this specialist was saying it’s basically a non-issue since anything under an index of 2 doesn't count, and since I'm at 1.7, I'm fine. He even claimed insulin resistance isn't a disease and doesn't need treatment. On the flip side, the doctor at the physical insisted that if you aren't at a perfect 1, you've already got a problem. 🙂 Well... here we are.
I honestly don't know what to make of it. :-) It might not be diabetes in its current state, but if it's a stepping stone toward diabetes or fertility issues, then I can't say I agree with him brushing it off. Who knows? We'll see.
Part of me loves the idea that everything is perfectly fine, but I'm also low-key worried they won't approve me for Victoza or Ozempic. I mean, what's the point of getting a prescription if I'm considered "healthy"?
I’ve noticed that if I skip breakfast, I end up eating twice as much at dinner. To stay on track, I make it a point never to miss my morning meal—I’ll plan ahead or even pack something to take to work, like a couple of small graham crackers and a yogurt. If I wait until lunch to eat, I find myself starving by the time evening rolls around.
I’m really looking forward to my first appointment with the endocrinologist. I’m going to try to bypass the nutritionist if I can; I already have all the calorie counts memorized and just don't have the patience for hand-holding. If that ends up being a requirement, though, it's going to be a real pain.
Hey, thanks for the long reply 👍 And yeah, I totally get you—once you start overthinking something, you just end up spiraling. It’s like that old psychological trick where if someone tells you not to think about a cheesecake, all you can think about is cheesecake! That's me in a nutshell—if you tell me not to eat something, I'll end up devouring twice as much. So, I hear you!
Those stones definitely didn't just show up in three months; they likely built up over several years. It often happens from weight fluctuations, going on a keto diet, gaining it back, and so on. I'm actually prepping for gallbladder surgery myself, so where are you headed? You've certainly got a major health topic on your hands, haha
Did the pain suddenly spike, and is that why you made such a quick decision?
Personally, I think it's better not to take anything regarding obesity meds because of the risk of hypoglycemia. You don't want anything messing with your system when you're under anesthesia; that's the priority right now. Once you've recovered, you can pick things back up.
I don't quite follow what you said about potatoes and dough; I think you might have misunderstood how that gallbladder diet works. You shouldn't go heavy on fats, but chicken, fish, turkey, boiled veggies, and even boiled fruit like compote (without the skin) should be fine. Honestly, I eat pretty much everything and handle it well, though I do get hit by discomfort occasionally. I've noticed fresh white bread and greasy pastries give me trouble, but other than that... 🙂
If you load up on potatoes and carbs, it won't go well because those cause huge insulin spikes. Maybe do a little more Googling on that gallbladder diet 🙂
And come on, ice cream? You aren't seriously thinking about buying that right now, are you? That’s probably just some clearance sale for stuff that hasn't sold in a year! Don't eat that! It's best not to even start, because once you begin, it's hard to stop. Besides, that isn't even real ice cream anymore; at this point, it's basically just frozen water! Gross!
Just keep walking and staying active; you don't need to do intense workouts. If you can clear an hour of walking every day, that's plenty. Apparently, even extreme exercise isn't great, and I've noticed that it makes me so hungry that I just end up eating back all the calories. And what did I gain from that? Nothing!
Anyway, looks like our little battle and exchange of messages is going to last a while 😁😁👍
Yeah, New York City. V. Vrhovac, so we'll see.
Tomorrow is a total day off, yay!
I can hear the birds chirping through my window. It's so lovely, such a blessing
Gorge, you're doing pretty well! How are you feeling? Are you feeling optimistic about everything, or do you still have those moments of doubt? I'm also curious if you've noticed any shifts in your mood. What would you say is your biggest hurdle in this whole process?
Looking back through your posts, you seem really disciplined, which is awesome.
What’s your take on the medication now? Do you think you could manage without it, or do you feel like it's a necessary tool for long-term success?
I finally landed a second appointment with my endocrinologist, so we'll see how it goes. I was given an A-level referral for the initial visit, though I'm a little worried they might not be able to run certain tests because I don't have a D-level referral yet. But hey, whatever—I just want to get the ball rolling...
You mentioned protein powder before—which one was it? Was it that Yosemite brand in the cup? I saw some soy options at Target recently and gave them a try; they actually tasted pretty good...
I saw Noom listed as an option, but honestly, I’m mostly interested in the support system—the community and having a coach. Let me know how much of that one-on-one interaction actually happens. I have a feeling you'll just be chatting with a chatbot instead.🙂
Personally, I’m even considering starting out with some Ozempic, though I’ll wait to see what my endocrinologist recommends first. It's like the old saying: why drive a beat-up old sedan when you could be behind the wheel of a Mercedes? I think I might even have a bit of fear of success; if I actually manage to lose the weight, I might just panic immediately.🙂 No more excuses for failing! :-)
I honestly think you just need to give it some time. I know all too well how stress and food can become a toxic duo. There were so many times where, the second I hung up the phone after a stressful call, I’d find myself mindlessly heading straight for the fridge.
But once I actually managed to stick to 3 or 4 planned meals a day—meals that were already prepped or at least healthy—that urge really faded. For me, organization and meal prepping were the absolute game changangers! Once I had a plan, if I did end up raiding the fridge, I’d just grab a carrot, an apple, or some salad and call it a day:-)
The other thing is not letting anyone—whether it's a coworker, your kids, or anyone else—get under your skin. You can handle anything if you decide to. Keeping that mental boundary really helped me pull myself together.
For example, last night a friend of mine was spiraling and started blowing up my phone with questions on iMessage at 10 PM. I was still awake and totally could have replied, but I realized I’d just be getting sucked into her drama, and there was no way I’d be able to sleep with all that frantic energy flying around. So, what did I do? I chose my own health. I stayed in my peaceful bubble, got my sleep, and didn't reply until I finished work today. By then, she had already calmed down.
You have to start looking out for yourself the same way everyone else looks out for their own interests. That friend was only thinking about how to dump her frustration onto me; she didn't care that it was late or if I was sleeping. She was being selfish. Well, this time, I wasn't going to let someone else's ego get in the way of my peace and a good night's rest.
You feel me? There are definitely things you can control for your own sake. Airplane mode? Set it so only your kids' numbers can get through to you. Stuff like that.
Personally, I’ve turned off all my notifications. I check my email when it suits *me*, rather than letting my phone drive me crazy with constant pings.
I’ve got an appointment with my endocrinologist in ten days, so we’ll see what happens. I keep falling back into that trap of thinking, "Oh, I don't really need this," but I am living proof that I absolutely do. Should I even be dreaming about losing this extra weight, or is it just going to get harder as I get older? Honestly, I can't wait for this appointment just to get the conversation moving and see where things land.
Can anyone who has tried Metformin compare it to the effects and side effects of Ozempic? Aside from the fact that Ozempic is way more expensive 🙂, it feels much more effective to me.
Has anyone actually seen real results using just the pills?
I actually had someone in my own family going through chemo, and they usually wouldn't touch antibiotics unless a fever stuck around for several days. It was more about waiting to see if things cleared up naturally—if it didn't pass in two or three days, then they'd step in. So, it would be silly of me to say I know exactly what you're going through, because I don't. But I truly do hear you, and I’m sending you all the strength in the world to get through this. Just stay tough—I really believe the brave ones come out on top. Hang in there!
Unfortunately, I can't give you a definitive answer, but I know that frequent viral infections are pretty common for people undergoing chemo—it’s likely just because their immune system takes a hit. If that offers any comfort... definitely check in with your doctors about what to expect, though. This will probably happen again, especially if you run a fever that sticks around for more than a day or two.
On a different note, I have a quick technical question: I had some blood work done this morning at a lab in Chicago, and they mentioned the results would be available on my MyChart portal. So far, there's absolutely nothing there. Does anyone know how many days it usually takes for those results to pop up, assuming they actually upload them?
Huge congrats on dropping 17 lbs—that is seriously impressive! You earned every bit of it. I saw someone else mention how her sister dropped a massive amount of weight almost overnight after just three months; it seems like there might be some kind of pattern to how this works!
What’s the actual big difference between Victoza and Ozempic? Is it just a matter of different manufacturers?
I’m heading out tomorrow to pick up my referral for an endocrinologist. Seeing all of your results lately has given me such a huge boost of motivation. I’m fully ready to dial in my diet and get moving with some exercise, too.
It’s awesome that you’re sticking to your diet—that really is the most important part. Someone else mentioned above that her sister didn't see a major breakthrough until she hit the three-month mark, so the key here is just staying consistent!