Hi, I'm Sarah. Well, that's not my real name, but it's the one I'm using here because talking about weight on the internet can be... complicated. What matters is this: two years ago, I weighed 285 pounds. Today, I weigh 185. That's 100 pounds lost, and GLP-1 medications made it possible.

I spent most of my adult life trying every diet you can imagine. Keto, paleo, Weight Watchers, intermittent fasting, juice cleanses, calorie counting apps that made me want to throw my phone across the room. I'd lose 20 pounds, gain back 30. Lose 15, gain back 25. The cycle was exhausting and demoralizing.

Everything changed when my doctor mentioned semaglutide. I was skeptical. Another miracle cure? But I was also desperate. My knees hurt. I couldn't climb stairs without getting winded. My blood pressure was creeping up. I was 42 years old and felt like I was 70.

So I tried it. And for the first time in my life, weight loss felt... manageable. Not easy—let's be clear, it's never easy—but manageable. The constant food noise in my head quieted down. I could eat a normal portion and feel satisfied. I didn't think about my next meal every waking moment.

Why This Blog Exists

When I started researching GLP-1s, I found a lot of clinical information and a lot of Instagram before-and-after photos. What I didn't find was honest, detailed accounts of what it's really like. The side effects nobody warns you about. The mental adjustments. The cost. The insurance battles. The weird looks when you tell people you're using "Ozempic."

This blog is my attempt to fill that gap. I write about my experiences with different GLP-1 medications, share what works and what doesn't, and try to be as honest as possible about both the triumphs and the struggles.

What You'll Find Here

This isn't a medical advice blog. I'm not a doctor, nutritionist, or health expert. I'm just someone who's been through this and wants to share what I've learned. You'll find:

Detailed reviews of different GLP-1 medications based on my personal experience. Practical tips for managing side effects. Honest talk about the mental and emotional aspects of significant weight loss. Updates on my progress, including the setbacks. And probably some rambling thoughts about society's relationship with weight, because I can't help myself.

If you're considering GLP-1s or already on them, I hope you find something useful here. If you're just curious, welcome. And if you're dealing with your own weight struggles, whether you choose medication or not, know that you're not alone.

Thanks for reading.
— Sarah