"Topiramate for Weight Loss" - Ep.15

[@runningwaters3269]

I was prescribed this to help with weight but went an read reveiws and now im terrified at the vision loss some people claimed to have. Im so nervous.

[@elnorahoosier8576]

I started taking topamax February 13th 2022 25 mg 2 times per day. Weighed on February 24th at Dr appointment I had dropped 11 lbs 3 ounces I drink only water Try to get 80 grams of protein in daily and veggies and fresh fruits.

[@latinamorris9436]

Wowwww

[@Kre8iviT27]

How many mg is the prescription?

[@kendallschmidt2485]

Phentermine is speed idc what anyone says

[@sleep-escapeyourmind8759]

Hey I'm new to this channel Just saw this. You guys are so funny!😂😂😂😂😂 I love your editing especially with the Cookie monster!😅😅😅🤣🤣😂🤣 My name is Jim and I've been struggling with weight loss for a long time. The most I've weighed was 325 lb. That was last August the 2022. I worked in healthcare for 17 years last 10 years I was an endoscopy. Doing that job destroyed my body. I remember being at work and being in such pain with my back and my neck and my legs and my arms. Turns out that I had to have multiple fusions in my lower spine and in my neck. So infused from C3-T1 and from L4-L5. I need to have another surgery on L3-L4 and L5-S1. I could only walk for about 15 to 20 minutes and at that point I will slowly go to the ground And I won't be able to stand. They won't do surgery on me because my BMI is way too high. So I've lost 50 lb since August of last year. I went to Atrium Health weight loss clinic. My doctor put me on and injectable pen called Saxenda. I inject myself every morning at 9:00 a.m. and it has helped. The way it helps me is my eyes are bigger than my stomach first of all. I'll see something I really like And I'll pile it on my plate And as I'm eating just about maybe a quarter of it I'm full. My mind wants me to keep eating and if I do I get a little scary feeling of nausea. If I ignore that I automatically gag! So I would stop eating! My doctor just prescribed me this medication that you guys are talking about and I was afraid to take it but after listening to you and your followers that are commenting I think I'm going to take it certain tonight. I do suffer from migraines from all the hardware that's in my neck. So I'm hoping it will help me with that as well. Another thing that's helping me is I got a nutritionist that I FaceTime with on my phone and it's paid for but my insurance so I don't have to pay anything. And she helps me a lot sometimes we FaceTime weekly and sometimes we FaceTime monthly. But she's been a godsend for me helping me with what types of food to eat because to be frank I would eat anything I wanted. Jae, I feel you man! I love soda especially McDonald's Coke It's like a drug! It would wake me up in the morning and keep me going all afternoon when I was at work! But once I stopped the soda and just stick with water with lemon I lost 20 lb in a month. I still got a long way to go I have to lose about a hundred pounds. Oh then I also have atrial fibrillation with RVR It's controlled now I had to get cardioverted back in August. But I heard about a cardiac rehab unit and a dream health in Concord I tried to get a referral to go to that rehab place. They told me that I couldn't go because of the heart condition It wasn't severe enough but I could go for assisted workouts. It's $25 a month and the place is beautiful It looks better than a gym. And I started last Friday with my first time going and I think that's going to be a godsend for me. Also Jae If you're working with people that eat bad things and drink all the sugary sodas and beer and all that stuff You need to kind of eat alone when you're at work don't be around that. And also I stopped drinking alcohol a long time ago just because of medication that I've been on it will affect that, so I just stopped drinking. It's no big deal doesn't bother me at all. I'm going to subscribe to your channel and I'll keep you guys posted and you let me know what you're doing.

[@anewweightlosscenterpllc3849]

I absolutely love your story. Jay and I have been talking about doing an update on our journey. He is doing excellent. I prescribed him Wegovy compound and he has lost over 70 lbs. He has plateau now around 250's. But has been on Wegovy for the past 3-4 months. I have been so pleased with his progress. Have you considered Wegovy? Or semaglutide compound? I also love that you are seeing a dietician as this can be a very helpful resource along your weight loss journey. Although you may have a long way to go just keep pushing. Small healthy lifestyle changes will make a big difference in the long run and you will maintain your weight loss a lot better. I will share your feedback with my husband and thank you for the comment.

[@SueCarroll-nc7mv]

@@anewweightlosscenterpllc3849 I would love to try Wegovy, but my doctors at Kaiser will not prescribe it.....I'm a healthy senior citizen and just want to get back into my pants 15 pounds ago...I even jog 2 miles 6 days a week and can't lose weight!!!!! any recommendations for help?

[@SuperSoftSweetPanda808]

When I talked to a dietician about weight loss, she told me not to drink my calories. Hope this helps.

[@skinnylove911]

Justify when you can have binge foods such as specific times and dates, birthdays, promotions celebrations, thanksgiving, Xmas

[@lynnecarroll9953]

Any heart rate issues? High blood pressure?

[@InstrumentalArcanum]

Did you as a male experience any loss in libido ? I've only been taking it a week and I noticed this happening pretty extreme.

[@tommy36998]

Day 3 here.

[@keilamanualidadesydevocion7302]

Hello blessings. My doctor prescribed this med today so it can help me with weight loss but I'm a little scared for the side effects I heard, even vision problems, and it is that true that if you quit at once it can give you attack? Please any advice will be appreciated I really want to lose weight!!

[@vibinafterdark_withmoe2384]

Hey, i know it's a yr later, but i just got prescribed the medicine, and I'm scared to take it as well because of those reasons

[@deborahross965]

What is Jae doing with that gallon of water ...Oh he try to make up for all the water he didn’t drink last week

[@lynnecarroll9953]

I have my prescription I have an anxiety about taking it I had it filled in December folks. I'm going to start taking a half tonight I'm going to start tonight taking it. How are you folks both doing now I know it's been a while since you been on doing a video how was your weight loss journey right now

[@RuYeNan]

I take 200mg a day for migraine prevention and it kills my appetite, I usually have to force myself to get food in front of me. But once the food is in front of you, it isn't bad to eat it. But after I do eat, no matter how much I eat, I could go an entire day after without eating, so you do need to be cautious.

[@dannygirlnieves175]

Those meals looks delicious 🍳🥗🥘

[@anewweightlosscenterpllc3849]

Thank you for the comment. It's great when you can make delicious meals and lose weight while eating them. My type of meal!

[@Kayshee.]

I am taking this for 1 week now and I am eating more than usual….

[@queenjolie]

That’s definitely very rare. and let your doctor know too. Sometimes I could happen but but I think you’re only 2% of people.

[@terrisims9231]

Hey, I just started topiramate 5 days ago. I have read reviews, that it will make your hair fall out. What do you say on that? ☺️

[@toshasoflyy21]

It does it made mine fall out and no it wasn’t a little bit

[@OodlesODoodles]

I took it for over 7 years for migraines. I lost weight and did not have hair loss.

[@melanieoreilly2565]

I've been taking it for 4 years and lost half my hair. So now I'm looking for another alternative for my migraines. It dud make me lose weight initially 8.5 lbs, but I gained it again plus more, but it was because I fell into bad eating habits. But the hair loss is a huge issue. Very concerned about what solutions there are for my migraines that won't make me gain weight

[@jeffward24]

Hi. The devil's in the details. Those taking it for Epilepsy saw potential hair loss. Those taking it for Migraines didn't.

[@jeffward24]

​@@toshasoflyy21Hi. The devil's in the details. Those taking it for Epilepsy saw potential hair loss. Those taking it for Migraines didn't.

[@prakashinimadhan4675]

How to avoid regain of weight after withdrawal of topiramate. Pls reply

[@anewweightlosscenterpllc3849]

There are several ways to avoid weight regain after stopping topiramate. I have personally dealt with this. First, is to continue eating the same calories and carbohydrate limit that you were doing prior to topiramate. Avoid buying and bringing sugary drinks or snacks into the home. Continue your exercise regimen. I would highly advise you use a food and beverage tracker like MyFitnessPal to track your calorie and carb intake. Also weigh yourself daily and log it. It is essential to be very mindful of the amount of calories/carbs you consume when you no longer have a medication to help make it easier. I hope this helps. We do offer telemedicine visits at Anew Weight Loss Center. Feel free to call us at 252-969-0432 or visit our website at www.anewweightlosscenter.com

[@prakashinimadhan4675]

Omg Thank you so much. Thank you for taking ur precious time to reply me. ☺

[@anewweightlosscenterpllc3849]

@@prakashinimadhan4675 you are very welcome. Hope it helps.

[@tibrahim1016]

@@anewweightlosscenterpllc3849 Hello, what should be the correct dose for a 178 cm, 85 kg male?

[@JordynRudasill]

I just started topamax how many mg do you take ?

[@anewweightlosscenterpllc3849]

The maximum I prescribe is 50 mg twice a day for my clients. But I start them out on 25 mg once a day or twice a day and then increase only if needed.

[@factboy01_]

I also started 25 mg but still get no result . Wht abt your result?

[@factboy01_]

With 50 mg twice a day what is result ?

[@anewweightlosscenterpllc3849]

@@factboy01_ Thank you for the question. Results vary from person to person. It depends on your consistency with taking the medication, your dietary behaviors, and physical exercise. I give my clients a very realistic expectation of 10% weight loss over a 6 month period. So if you weigh 200lbs, set a goal of at least 20 lbs over 6 months which is 3.3 lbs per month. The problem is most people have such high or unrealistic expectations they are often frustrated with their weight loss journey because it seems to be going too slow for them. Remember this is a journey, not a race. Lifestyle changes often takes a lifetime to change. Hope this helps.

[@anewweightlosscenterpllc3849]

@@factboy01_ Usually my clients have results on the 25 mg dose. With that being said, my clients follow-up on a monthly basis where they receive counseling on dietary behaviors, physical activity, and lifestyle changes. They have their body weight measured and vitals checked. I only increase topiramate if the client has plateaued or starts to regain weight.