I've lost 17 STONE with help of fat jabs – people say I look like a different person but others sigh I've shed too much

The Irish Sun

28-05-2025

A WOMAN who has lost a staggering 17 stone with the help of fat jabs has hit back at people saying she's shed "too much" weight.
Mum-of-one Johnna has gone from 25.5 stone to 8 stone 2 pounds, completely transforming herself in the process.
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Johnna has been documenting her incredible weight loss journey on her social media pages
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She's gone from a whopping 17st to a teeny 8st
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But she now finds that people are criticising her for losing too much weight
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Johnna insisted she's "enhanced" her life, with others hitting back to defend her too
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She's been documenting her "real and raw" weight loss journey on her social media pages, but constantly finds herself facing criticism that she's slimmed down too much.
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"God forbid a girl enhances her life!" she added.
"How dare I!" she captioned the Reel.
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People in the comments were quick to share their shock at her dramatic makeover, with one shouting: " Bro ain't no way this the same person!"
"Yikes that's dangerous," another sighed.
As a third said she'd gone "from unhealthy to unhealthy".
"No - you def lost too much weight," someone else agreed.
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"You went from over to under."
"Now this is a lie," another scowled.
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While someone else said it was "two extremes" and added it was "a call for help".
Others hit back at critics as they defended Johnna and her transformation.
"Ummm I think I just witnessed the most dramatic weight loss I've ever seen. WOW. GET IT MAMA," one wrote.
"You go, girl!" another urged.
"What I've learned in my own personal weight loss journey is as long as you are happy with your own body f**k what anyone had to say about your body.
"You can't please them all but you keep pushing because you are doing great!"
What to do if you lose too much weight too quickly whilst on Mounjaro
IF you're losing too much weight too quickly while on Mounjaro, it's important to take action to avoid potential health risks like muscle loss, malnutrition, dehydration, and fatigue. Here's what you can do:
Evaluate Your Caloric Intake
Mounjaro reduces appetite, which can make it easy to eat too little. If you're losing weight too fast (more than two to three lbs per week after the initial adjustment period), try:
Tracking your food intake to ensure you're eating enough calories (apps like MyFitnessPal can help).
Increasing protein intake to preserve muscle mass (aim for 0.6–1g per pound of body weight).
Adding healthy fats and complex carbs (e.g., avocados, nuts, whole grains) for balanced energy.
Adjust Your Dosage (With Doctor's Approval)
If your weight loss is too rapid or causing side effects, your doctor may:
Pause dose increases or lower your dosage.
Adjust your treatment plan to stabilise your weight loss.
Strength Training & Exercise
To prevent muscle loss:
Incorporate resistance training at least two to three times per week.
Stay active with low-impact exercises like walking or yoga.
Hydrate & Manage Electrolytes
Drink enough water (Mounjaro can reduce thirst).
Electrolytes matter - Consider adding magnesium, sodium, and potassium if you feel weak or fatigued.
Monitor for Malnutrition & Deficiencies
Rapid weight loss can cause vitamin/mineral deficiencies (especially B12, iron, and electrolytes). If you experience:
Fatigue, hair loss, or dizziness, ask your doctor about supplements.
Consider Further Medical Guidance
If your weight loss is excessive or causing health concerns, speak with your healthcare provider.
They might adjust your dosage, diet, or exercise plan to help stabilise your weight loss.
"OMG girl, that's amazing!" a third commented.
"Girl, don't listen to the haters," someone else said.
"If that makes you happy, live your best life - as long as you're healthy!"
Johnna began her body transformation in 2019, when she had weight loss surgery.
She then underwent further procedures to remove her loose skin in 2024 and 2025.
She's also been on fat jabs for 16 months, and has lost 17 stone 2lbs - 250lbs - in total.
Johnna also claims that losing the weight has aided her dramatically in her bid to recover from Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome.
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Others couldn't believe that Johnna was the same person in both her before and after
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She's completely unrecognisable from her former self
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