I shed more than half my body weight including 3st AFTER I came off Mounjaro – folk say I ‘look like a different person'
Arlene Taggart, from the UK, took to social media to share her weight loss transformation which left people stunned.
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Arlene revealed that she started taking the weight loss jab last September, weighing 15.4 stone at 5'1".
In just five months she lost almost 5 stone while taking Mounjaro, shifting her weight to 10.10st.
In the before images, Arlene dressed in large black baggy clothes but now feels confident enough to show off her new slim build.
She even revealed that she lost yet another 3 st since stopping the weight loss aid, giving her a current weight of 7.3st.
Now, Arlene is happy to pose in her bikinis at the pool on holiday.
She said that she used Mounjaro as a way to listen to her body, so she could keep up the weight loss once she was off it.
She wrote: "I used the time on Mounjaro to listen and get to know my body for the first time in my whole life.
"It was a lifestyle change rather than a diet as every 'diet' I have been on I have bloody failed!"
Arlene also said that she had loose skin due to the significant amount of weight she lost, but that it didn't bother her.
"I do have loose skin," she continued. "My tummy took the most I would say, but I do a lot of weight training now and it has MASSIVELY helped.
"I'm not ashamed. I am proud."
The post went viral on the Facebook group, mounjaro ozempic wegovy weight loss support, and people were quick to congratulate her on her weight loss journey.
One person wrote: "What a difference you look like a different person well done."
Another commented: "Then you kept losing weight after you stopped?? You look beautiful, gorgeous, amazing change that I am sure it's not only on your body....keep it up girl!!"
"Wow what an achievement," penned a third.
The 7 fat jab mistakes stopping you losing weight
WHILE weight loss jabs have been hailed as a breakthrough in helping tackle Britain's obesity crisis, some users say they're missing out on their waist-shrinking powers - and it could be down to some simple mistakes...
POOR PENMANSHIP
Many people don't correctly use the injection pen, according to Ana Carolina Goncalves, a pharmacist at Pharmica in Holborn, London.
Make sure to prime your weight loss pen correctly, as per the instructions. If nothing comes out, try again, and if it still doesn't work, switch the needle or ask a pharmacist for help.
It's also recommended to rotate injection sites between the abdomen, thigh and upper arm to avoid small lumps of fat under the skin.
TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE
Make sure you're using the jabs on the most effective day of your schedule.
For example, taking the jab right before a takeaway or party won't stop you from indulging, says Jason Murphy, head of pharmacy and weight loss expert at Chemist4U.
Weight loss injections need time to build up in your system, so if you're planning for a heavier weekend, inject your dose mid-week.
MAKING A MEAL OF IT
You may not feel the urge to overeat at mealtimes due to the jabs. But skipping meals altogether can backfire, says Dr David Huang, director of clinical innovation at weight loss service Voy.
If a person is extremely malnourished, their body goes into emergency conservation mode, where their metabolism slows down.
FOOD FOR THOUGHT
A key mistake using weight loss jabs is not eating the right foods.
As well as cutting out sugary drinks and alcohol, Dr Vishal Aggarwal, Healthium Clinics recommends focusing on your protein intake.
DE-HYDRATION STATIONS
Dehydration is a common side effect of weight loss injections. But it's important to say hydrated in order for your body to function properly.
Dr Crystal Wyllie, GP at Asda Online Doctor, says hydration supports metabolism, digestion, and can reduce side effects like headaches, nausea and constipation.
MOVE IT, MOVE IT
It can be easy to see the jabs as a quick fix, but stopping exercising altogether is a mistake, says Mital Thakrar, a pharmacist from Well Pharmacy.
Exercise helps maintain muscle mass and help shape the body as you lose weight, which may be crucial if you're experiencing excess skin.
QUIT IT
While there's the tendency to ditch the jabs as soon as you reach your desired weight, stopping them too soon can cause rapid regain.
Mr Thakrar recommends building habits like healthier eating during treatment for sustaining results.
Meanwhile a fourth said: "What a fantastic achievement! You used MJ in the right way. Yes it's a journey with the way you see food.
"You have proven MJ helps assist the weight loss but it's not a quick fix it's a start to a change of relationship of food and what you maintain after the weight loss. Well done!"
"You look amazing. Well done,' claimed a fifth
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