5 Things I Wish I Knew BEFORE Starting Mounjaro

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These are 5 things I wish I knew before starting Mounjaro. Some tips and tricks to help you get through the hard stuff when it comes to taking this kind of medication!
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[@BLWSquared]

My tips after being on Mounjaro for 4 months: -you need to always have something in your stomach. This helps avoid the nausea. -protein is your friend when it comes to the first suggestion. -the 2 most helpful items: Power Core shakes and Chobani Complete yogurt drinks (in the blue bottle, NOT the white bottle). Both of these have a good amount of protein, are lactose free so they won’t upset your tummy, don’t have added sugars, and fill you up. They also go down really easy if you are already nauseated and having trouble thinking about food. -if you’re dealing with nausea a lot of the time, ask your doctor about nausea meds. Reglan, Phenergan, Zofran are all options and they really do help! And 100% agree with don’t trust a fart. 1,000%.

[@Italia135]

The last one almost made me fart 😂😂 j/k

[@aleshiawatts397]

The last one though.. 😂 Hi, new subbie here. I'm so glad I found you. This is great information. I start my mounjaro tomorrow. This is definitely going to help me out.. looking forward to more of your content 😊

[@user-pd8pt8ly3n]

If you are hungry and you are making nasty farts you are eating nasty! You have so much waste in your guts that you needed clean out before doing these drugs.

[@user-yl5tn5xk4p]

@@aleshiawatts397 помог вам mounjaro?

[@CharmAndChameleon]

Chobani is not lactose free 😭😭

[@deena1075]

Thank you so much for this. I just took my first dose yesterday and I am so glad I found your advice. The world is a better place because people like you are in it. Thank you. 💕💕💕💕

[@braymax]

Thank you! My doc is putting me on Trulicity this week and your advice makes me feel better about that decision. Besides Type 2 Diabetes I also have PCOS, HypoThyroidism, Hypertension and I am dealing with Menopause weight gain. I need to lose 100 pounds and I'm the sole caregiver for my adult son who has autism so I'm motivated to heal and work on my health for a change. I've been ignoring my needs for 50 years, now it's time to care about me for a change. Thanks Lauren, you are so wonderful and I really appreciate all that you share.

[@axhzjs2964]

hello. I have also PCOS and have to start trulicity tomorrow.. can you please tell me if it helped you with weight loss?

[@teddietaz]

I must of missed a few vid’s I thought you had to stop taking it bc of cost…but I’m happy for you that your able to continue! ❤

[@ranaclarizio4696]

You are wonderful and I just loved your video and commentary, !!! I am a NP and a Diabetes specialist, I am going to refer my patients to your channel. Thank you so very much!

[@carriebowlen3785]

YOU GUYS ARE THE BEST! ❣❣GOD bless you all!! 💜💜I always pray for you all!

[@traviscole7559]

Thank you for this video, I really enjoyed it. It has helped me so much. Getting ready to go on this meditation in a couple weeks.

[@christinasanabria1734]

I just love you! You’re so real and your videos are real life! Thank you so much for your help

[@nikkilove7803]

I've been on for 5 months and raw veggies are my best friend. Everyone is so different ❤

[@b25mech]

Never thought about the fresh veggies. Thanks for the heads up.

[@suzyashby8777]

Thank you for the recommendations ❤

[@ginnyloohoo5932]

Interesting. I’m only 3 weeks in and have not had any of the symptoms you’ve described. Well- except the not wanting to eat thing.

[@lady_arachne0529]

Thank you so much for this video!! My endocrinologist put me on monjouro and now is ignoring my questions and requests for a call back but I want to stay on it so I'm doing my research and you were VERY helpful!

[@kam8852]

Proud of you. I have PCOS too 💪🏼

[@vickibradley3120]

Yesterday was my 4th week/shot on Mounjaro. Just found your channel. Thanks for all of the advice. Tolerate it very well. Ozempic was a no after 3 months. I have no appetite, I need to make myself eat. Therapist ✅

[@Sincerelywendyy]

I’m so nervous

[@aleshiawatts397]

Thanks for the great information!😊

[@Goldgirl9]

Awhhhhhh i adore you! You keep it real...starting my zepbound tomorrow...❤

[@summerads6725]

Thank you for sharing this invaluable information !!! I have acid reflux; but Due to this video, I ordered digestive enzymes. Game Changer!! God Bless you 🙏🏾

[@prettyinpink2102]

Thank you for this video!

[@mariadiaz9616]

Omg I love you so happy I found you. Thank you for walking us through your journey. I am starting next week phentermene and Munjaro. Starting at 204lbs goal 160-165… 😊

[@Happy2ndtimearound]

Phentermene and munjaro together? How’s that worked

[@soccerplayer1098]

Hey girl I love how you were saying that I need to advocate for myself an if my doc will not listen casue I had talked to my doc an she goes well you need to see a nutritionist but I have gone that route before an I got the eat less an move more an its just not enough. So I thank you for saying what you said casue I was thinking I was alone with the docs not wanting to listen cause they went to school an they now best well not always.

[@chickie7419]

Thank you! This really helps

[@TheoriginalANGEK439]

Go John. That’s excellent. ❤

[@tomekavaught3971]

I started 2.5mg 3 weeks ago and I switched from Ozempic because of the constipation and bloating so the first week I was fine with the shot I had energy and sugar levels were doing well then the second shot bam I had a panic attack the day after I took it and literally had to get the ambulance out here very scary so I still decided to try again and this is my third week and I took it on Thursday and have been dizzy, feeling faint, bloated and every time i put something in my stomach I’m dizzy and feel bloated so I’m thinking about going back to ozempic because I can deal but this is scary having severe panic attacks and haven’t slept since Thursday is this normal because I love the fact it’s keeping my blood sugar levels down

[@angelfox101]

I would definitely talk to your dr bc some people are more sensitive with gut issues with these kinds of meds. It can lead to serious issues so be careful.

[@emilyscadden7665]

So glad I found this, took first one today and OMG I’m so tired and achy though google said I’m not suppose to ache who it feels like when you have flu and your walking round and feel heavy arms etc x

[@tyreesetjjoyner1995]

Good video. Continue on your road on getting the silver play button

[@ritabergren4310]

Do you think taking the shot at night once a week would help with the tiredness?

[@charleypaulino87]

Im starting tomorrow and I’m nervous but excited

[@Kykylandfarming]

How did it go for you?

[@watertribegirl1118]

Ella! You made a guest appearance!!!

[@natashawilliams7139]

You look fantastic Lauren but it saying that you always have! Much love from New Zealand 😊

[@trishainluv2834]

so true! I've started a semaglutide mix and food is not appealing but when I want a cookie I feel horrible after a few bites. Def have tons of protein drinks in my fridge

[@kellihammond4956]

I have all 5 of these. Thank you.

[@tiffanysailor8410]

Love you Girl! So glad you made this video. You are definitely helping a lot of people with it. Congratulations John you are doing a great job 🥰 Ella is such a cutie 🥰

[@yorkshirelass8786]

I just took my second dose. Thank you for the info 🙏

[@DarcyinVA]

I just started mounjaro. Thanks for the tips. ❤

[@juanacruz1000]

How is your progress

[@Italia135]

What do you all do for energy. The fatigue is getting to me

[@BLWSquared]

Can we get a Lauren “what’s in my makeup bag” video?!

[@thunderwolfgang3018]

Thank you for tips. I’m new subscribers.

[@DrPayneNestor]

Way to go John 🎉

[@cpl1307]

if you mounjaro current dose is working, should you still go up? Is it going to make it better so to speak? I hope I make sense. I'm on 5mg week 3. Can anybody give any advice?

[@countrymom2023]

I have been on that insulin for a year now I haven't had any symptoms at all except when I first took it I had a fatigue tired feeling I think but it went away my insurance covers mine otherwise I wouldn't be able to take it I understand about the cost it's awful how some meds that you need cost so much at my pharmacy it cost 1,000 dollars and I don't have that kind of money that's for sure❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗❤❤❤❤❤

[@meghanpieters959]

I spoke with my doctor and she was more than willing to prescribe one of the injections for me but my insurance wouldn’t cover it, so she recommended Qsymia which my insurance still doesn’t cover, but it’s $200 a month compared to $1400 a month for injections. I’ve been on it for 1 month and already lost 25lbs. So if anyone is reading this and can afford $200 monthly, that’s an option!

[@katylambert5533]

Thank you for sharing that information. 🙏

[@Sincerelywendyy]

Qysimia didn’t work for me. We are all so different. I keep trying

[@shellmac9191]

What foods would you suggest to eat?

[@h3i]

Thanks

[@MelissaThompson432]

YAY, JOHN!!! 🙌🙌🎉🎉🎉🕺💃🕺

[@bncooltina9]

I just started ozempic thank you for sharing

[@nikkilove7803]

I've been on ozempic for months and haven't had these side effects, so just know not everyone does.

[@katherinetaylor5925]

I’m starting metformin tomorrow. I’m nervous because I was just diagnosed with type 2 diabetes & it’s my first step.

[@tracyfinch918]

My brother in law got diagnosed with type 2 last year. I feel you.

[@Gigithehippie]

Metformin helped me lose my first 30 pounds however, Mounjaro, I thought I was going to die, I stayed sick, tired like had the flu for 5 weeks. I couldn't work, think straight muscle aches, things they don't tell you plus severe stomach pain. Fast forward to today, I'm grateful the medication stop my addiction to sodas and carbs. Haven't been on the meds since June 11th, I've lost 45 more pounds. All on my own. So, I would choose Metformin, any day..

[@elleelle5939]

Metformin didn't do anything for my glicemia and for the weight unfortunately

[@s13rr4buf3]

​@@Gigithehippieback around the age of 30, I lost weight easily with metformin. About 15 or 20 years later, it didn't work for me again. I've lost 45 lb this year on semaglutide, and it's the most significant medical change in my life.

[@user-cd2ut4fx1m]

Works immediately on blood glucose

[@smileymarie7]

Does it matter where you inject yourself?

[@rjohnson610]

What was the gummy? I have a prescription waiting for approval from insurance for mounjaro!!

[@kimberlyrogers0804]

I eat raw veggies and salads several times a week and have never had issues. Tomorrow will be my 10th shot of Mounjaro. Everyone’s body is different though. Thanks for the tips!

[@tcolley]

Came for tips / tricks… Got a 5 min mattress ad and 6 min of chit chat to open the video

[@LaurenBrazee]

Lmfao 🤣 my baddddd

[@tcolley]

@@LaurenBrazee It’s all good :)

[@TheATeam1212]

It's crazy cause i jumped out the gate with 10mg and haven't had a single side effect and I'm in week 3 started running 3 miles and i been hungry ash lol

[@smileymarie7]

You rock and look fabulous ❤

[@lisasin6239]

i had my first shot sat the 15 of june. in 2020 i had weight loss surgery. the sleeve. i am 69 and i am 279 i was 334.

[@smileymarie7]

Up to what milligrams did you go up to? Are you still taking injections?

[@shellymcdonough6876]

Also does it work better in your stomach? I did my thigh this week and have cravings which I didn't the other 2 weekd

[@Italia135]

Good question.

[@Sangeetha6785]

I heard the thigh is best but I don’t know. I did my stomach and it was my first injection of Mounjaro and 8 hours later I had some of the worst body aches of my life. I also had swollen lymph nodes in my neck and arm pits, and was really tired. I’m hoping next week is a little easier. But the “food noise” is gone. I’m not always thinking about eating.

[@cmr6469]

OMG Ella looks just like you, she is your mini me!

[@NE_11111]

I am on my second week on 2.5 and no appetite. I went to dinner last night to a nice Italian restaurant and after soup and bread.. I had to run out to the car to grab a plastic bag to vomit!! I didn’t eat my angel hair pasta. I hope this passes. Maybe the digestive enzymes would help? I am very tired too! Thank you… great video! 😊

[@tracyfinch918]

Geez, so sorry you didn't feel good!😭

[@BLWSquared]

Ask your doctor about anti nausea meds. They really do help!

[@Sincerelywendyy]

Great advice

[@shellymcdonough6876]

I have been on 2.5 for 3 weeks, paying FULL PRICE and have not lost a single pound! I'm very discouraged

[@powderandpaint14]

This seems to happen to some people, so keep an eye on what side effects you're getting and discuss it with your doctor.

[@cherylsingleton3357]

The 2.5 mg box is really together your body use to the medication. The fun really starts at the higher doses. Good luck with your weight loss journey. Its coming.

[@catiehays3361]

So you mentioned caffeine, does that include coffee?? U know yourself alot us jus need at least that morning cup of Joe just 2 get goin!! Have you cut your coffee completely?

[@Italia135]

I’ve had coffee and I’ve been fine

[@XXLaLa8623]

Can you share the link for the digestive enzymes?

[@sandytw5229]

They were Papaya Enzymes from Amazon

[@Italia135]

I get it from a spa. 3 months for 2500

[@s13rr4buf3]

You mentioned protein shakes. I just wanted to remind everybody that whey protein creates a spike in insulin, the same as sugar does.

[@carolinejones2352]

Does that mean you shouldnt use it, even if it’s sugar free

[@s13rr4buf3]

@@carolinejones2352 Well, it's your own judgment, of course. But it's not because it's got added sugar that it spikes the insulin. It's because the protein is in a highly processed form, at least as far as I understand it. It's available quickly to the body, just like refined sugar. I'm afraid I'm talking a little beyond my understanding, so you should probably look it up to learn more.

[@user-cd2ut4fx1m]

Omeprazole great. 👍

[@user-pd8pt8ly3n]

Eat lots of pasture raised hard boiled eggs!!!

[@bernitaewing7841]

I tried the raw life it almost killed

[@kristisparks2923]

Can you give me the link for enzymes?

[@LaurenBrazee]

www.amazon.com/Puritans-Pride-Papaya-Enzyme-250-Chewables/dp/B004R68GZE/ref=mp_s_a_1_1_pp?crid=2IM7SQ0IJ1BZ&keywords=papaya+enzyme&qid=1690073606&refinements=p_n_deal_type%3A23566065011&sprefix=papaya+en%2Caps%2C133&sr=8-1

[@kristisparks2923]

@@LaurenBrazee thank you, I just ordered

[@mothermakeup7481]

Never trust a fart 😂 Lord I hate how I related to that. Can you do a video on your skin care? You look so vibrant and youthful ❤

[@npaujlis-angel8889]

I started the Mounjaro three weeks ago at 2.5 mg and noticed constipation what can I do to help with that issue?

[@tamantajo]

Magnesium Citrae helps with that

[@Sangeetha6785]

Fiber gummies!

[@brookeburks6268]

At first look at your picture I thought it was a pregnancy test. 😆

[@danadj1279]

No raw veggies it will take you down / a therapist/ for acid reflux 4oz water 1 spoon of baking soda / get some digestive enzymes with every meal / meds for nausea / sleep and rest❤

[@ByeByeBelly]

I'm fine with raw veg

[@marciadavis6330]

So glad to find you I’m down today watching your tips ‘ I’ve lost about 30 pounds and I am on second pen of my 1500. She just sent me another box do the medication s slow up after a while? Yes papas is great my daughter turned me on , she has trouble with gut health. Yes!! Why don’t people understand? When my family asks they look at me like I’m crazy! I ordered a new matress I hope my son-in-law law brings this weekend had it delivered there but almost a month and I think it will help 🥴 ur doing a good thing. One question I turned 70 2 weeks ago can’t find anyone my age out there oldest 62. Guess it does the same to everyone do you take a shot at night or morning? 😊

[@marciadavis6330]

Papayas!

[@stephbentley4418]

Hi guys from Ohio please say hi

[@nannapatty110]

Hi Stephbentley from Ohio.

[@Rocky11theyoutuber]

Lol how she grabbed his butt i love it here

[@ng289300]

Omg enough with the bed!!!

[@user-qb7vv8xn3y]

You talk so long without the info I turned you off