Ozempic, Mounjaro users talk about changes to family life after weight loss

"Impact x Nightline" takes a look at how the rise in weight loss drugs like Ozempic, Mounjaro and Wegovy are impacting people’s relationships, from friendships to marriages.

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[mepulley]

People once raved about Oxy being the miracle pain reliever. Many years later the consequences are still being felt.

[Tsitrassong]

I became ill, went from 235lbs to 124lbs in less than a year. What I noticed, people were a lot more friendly, but in a lot less genuine way.

[rhondah.]

I was diagnosed type 2 diabetic last spring after being pre diabetic for years. My doctor put me on Meformin and also recommended Ozempic to help with my blood sugar/A1C and so far it's been the best decision I've made for myself. All of my numbers have gotten better, my joints don't hurt, I'm learning to eat better, my feet and legs are not swollen from excess fluid, I'm exercising and my overall quality of life is just better. I'm also down 70lbs and will continue to work on myself mentally and physically.

[ic]

A wise person would stop at taking advice from any of the "housewives".

[Mini-Toast_]

I am so sick of Ozempic being called a weight loss drug when it was developed for people with type 2 diabetes to help control their blood sugar.

[max]

I won't be surprised if we have Ozempic class action lawsuit commercials airing on 10 yrs

[tpop]

What a incredibly superficial and shallow society we live in…

[Queenb]

It's so sad that despite all her accomplishments she only felt valued by her peers when she was skinner.

[rachelmyers]

It’s deeper than this one person. I notice a big difference in how people treat me when I’m in a thinner phase.

[marcyanderson]

I'm 66 soon to be 67 in a couple of months grandma. I have been overweight most of my life but in 2017 I joined weight watchers lost 45 pounds and have kept it off because I'm intentional about my weight loss journey. I eat balanced meals, cheat every now and then drink water, and ginger tea made from scratch. I stay away from sweets, eating a panera blueberry muffin once in a while, 🤣 I go to the gym 5 days per week and this is how I intended to keep my weight in check.

[BOOBI]

Remember what Phen Phen did in the 90s ?

[blakeaaron]

People never learn, just wait for the epic fallout from horrific side effects

[FunbusinessIdeas]

I'm losing weight on my own. It's a heart decision. I don't want to be skinny, but I aim to be healthy. I am making better decisions. I cut out the junk and the weight is leaving. I give myself a treat or two per week, and it's working for me. Food is very addictive. In America, we eat for EVERYTHING. I don't like taking pain medicine for a headache. I refuse to take medicine to lose weight. The side effects are so not worth it to me.

[Ami-zgxq]

This past summer I cut out all carbs and sugars due to severe joint pains that had me thinking i might need a wheelchair. The happy surprise is the weight I have lost along with all those aches and pains. I hope this helps someone who might be overweight and / or suffering from joint pain.

[lovemenow]

People don't want to admit it, but it's true. 99% of people in America is shallow. People treat people better if they look good. Also, people get jealous and treat people bad when they see a person looking good. It's all about looks in America or how a person dress.

[CassDee]

As someone who is taking mounjaro, I find peoples’ unfeeling comments disturbing. It’s not about being shallow, it’s about reclaiming your life. I don’t want to be thin, I want to be a healthy weight. I want to be able to get out and do things without being in pain. And if you’ve never struggled with weight, you cannot understand.
You do need to be careful to drink a lot of water, eat plenty of protein, fiber and vegetables to keep your digestive system working correctly.

[ConstantGardener-qq]

Neither “fat” or “thin” should be the goal. HEALTH should be the goal — body strength, mobility, resilience, strong cardio, low cholesterol, glucose, etc.

[angelalynettelee]

I had gastric bypass over 20yrs ago. After 10yrs, I gained all the weight back. Obesity is a lifelong chronic disease that's not as simple as stopping eating sugar and exercising more. It's complex. I've been seeing an eating disorder psychiatrist for years. I started Mounjaro last year along with Pilates and I'm down 60 lbs. I feel like I have my life back and physically can do so much more. Yes, I will be on this for the rest of my life because it beats being morbidly obese. I can focus on living my best life - healthy and looking great without obsessing over what i eat. I eat like a "normal" person.

[natalie]

Tirzepatide has been amazing for me. Very mild side effects and I feel so much healthier. My joints don’t hurt anymore, my sleep apnea is almost gone, and I’m lowering my risk for the dementia that runs in my family. My weight gain and inability to lose weight was due to thyroid problems and perimenopause. I’m so grateful for this medication.

[robertfrank]

My wife was on Ozempic for Type 2 Diabetes and it does work well for that purpose (her A1C was only ~ 6%), plus, she did lose ~ 30 lbs on it- problem is that it was NEVER designed for weight loss and it’s now used so much for that purpose (essentially a side effect) such that actual diabetics can’t get the medication (due to shortages) for their diabetes. The Mrs hasn’t had access to it for months and is using a substitute that doesn’t work nearly as well for her diabetes.

If you’re not happy with your weight, lose it the proper way- eat less and exercise more- that’s the safe way to do it.