hans_munich said:Recovering from an eating disorder and using mental health: this is a complex situation and I want to be transparent about it.
Genuinely useful, thank you. I had the facts and not the framework.
From the other side of the consultation, briefly.
One year anniversary on mental health — reflections:
What I wish I'd known: the side effects are temporary, the benefits compound over time, protein is more important than I thought, and the mental health aspect needs as much attention as the physical.
What surprised me: how much my relationship with food changed, the cascade of health improvements beyond weight, and how supportive this community is.
What I'd do differently: start therapy earlier, prioritize resistance training from day 1, and stop comparing my progress to others. Everyone's journey is unique.
julia.endo said:When to call your doctor about mental health side effects — a reference I wish I'd had: Call immediately: Severe abdominal pain (could be…
Before/after narrative for mental health — one year in:
Before (288 lbs): Winded climbing stairs, chronic back pain, pre-diabetic, on 3 medications, dreaded mirrors, avoided photos, social anxiety about my weight.
After (178 lbs): Run 3 miles regularly, pain-free, A1C normal, down to 1 medication, bought a swimsuit for the first time in a decade, actually enjoy being photographed.
Total weight lost: 88 lbs. Total life gained: immeasurable. This isn't just about weight — it's about reclaiming your identity.
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Browse GL BiochemDr.MetabolicMD said:The mental-health dimension is under-measured in the trial literature and the reports here are consistent enough to take seriously.
Anxiety increase on mental health: counterintuitive, but losing weight rapidly triggered anxiety for me. Change — even positive change — is stressful. I was anxious about regaining weight.
This is more common than people admit. A therapist who specializes in weight management has been invaluable. Don't neglect the mental health side of this journey.
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