7 Things No One Tells You About GLP-1s For Weight Loss!

The Untold Realities and Personal Experiences of GLP-1 Medications

In this episode of The Downsized, hosts Christopher and Lorine Durham share their journey with GLP-1 medications such as Zepbound, Mounjaro, Ozempic, and Wegovy over 79 weeks, resulting in a collective weight loss of over 150 pounds. They delve into personal experiences, side effects, and life changes that come with taking these medications. Highlighting the differences in their weight loss results, Christopher and Lorine discuss overcoming side effects like constipation, diarrhea, and nausea, adapting their diets and dealing with the psychological aspect of food noise. They also touch on unexpected life changes such as better sleep, diminished knee pain, reduced snoring, and improved social interactions. The hosts also address body dysmorphia and the social implications of significant weight loss. Concluding the episode, they encourage viewers to share their own experiences, offer tips for those starting their GLP-1 journey, and promote an upcoming cruise event for GLP-1 users to connect and share their experiences in person.

BOOK THE DOWNSIZED AT SEA CRUISE: https://thedownsized.org/downsized-at…

DOWNSIZED WEBSITE: https://thedownsized.org/

DOWNSIZED GLP-1 COMPANION PRODUCT STORE: https://thedownsized.org/downsized-store

JOIN CLUB DOWNSIZED: / @thedownsized

FOR SPONSORSHIPS, BRAND DEALS & COLLABS: https://thedownsized.org/contact/

00:00 Introduction to GLP-1s
00:28 Our Weight Loss Journey
01:33 Unexpected Side Effects
03:48 Changes in Eating Habits
06:22 Dealing with Food Noise
10:11 Physical and Medical Improvements
14:06 Compliments and Social Reactions
18:30 Clothing Challenges
20:22 Clothing Challenges After Weight Loss
22:06 Shopping Struggles and Solutions
25:51 Social Life Adjustments
30:56 Body Dysmorphia and Self-Perception
34:45 Sleep and Health Improvements
36:38 The Impact of GLP-1 Medications
38:51 Join Us on the Downsized at Sea Cruise