I lost 3st in just 6 months on Mounjaro – but the best bit is a rampant side-effect I wasn't expecting

The Sun

4 days ago

A WOMAN who lost nearly 3 stone in just six months on Mounjaro says weight loss wasn't the only benefit - as she made the most of a "sexy" side effect.
Jackie Collins, 44, was a size 18 at her heaviest and decided to try a weight loss job after being caught in a "vicious circle" of dieting and binge eating.
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After a friend suggested she try Mounjaro, within weeks Jackie began to notice her hunger reducing.
She went from eating bags of crisps, chocolate and big portions of creamy pasta to fruit, salads and protein rich meals.
Since starting Mounjaro in February on a 2.5mg dosage, Jackie has moved up through the doses, dropping from 17st 11lbs to 15st exactly and fitting into a size 14.
She now plans to incorporate some exercise into her new lifestyle after purchasing a bike.
But Jackie has had an unexpected side effect from Mounjaro.
Jackie says the jabs have reignited the "passion" in her sex life with her partner, Carl, 44.
The couple have gone from being having sex a couple of times a month to four times a week.
Jackie, who works for a shop fitting company from Southampton, Hampshire, said: "Before, the times we were intimate were few and far between - I didn't feel sexy, so how could he find me sexy?
"It never happened. I always said it was never him; it was me.
"But since I've started getting that confidence back, the passion's come back.
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"We've gone from a couple of times a month to three or four times a week.
"We're like kids again, which is great."
Jackie knew she needed to make a change after finding that diets and walks weren't helping.
She said: "I'd been struggling to lose weight for so long.
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"Diets would spark out and I'd comfort eat and binge eat again - it was a vicious circle.
"Last October, I did a charity walk for motor neurone disease.
"When I walk, I march and I did the 75 miles in 3 weeks and I lost 2lbs - that was it.
"I thought something wasn't right.
"Mounjaro came up and I was told to try it by a friend.
"So I did, and it's been brilliant.
"The weight's been coming a few lbs every week - I can see so much difference and in my clothes.
"I started off on 2.5mg and I would find the day after the jab I was a bit tired initially, but that was it.
"The hunger wasn't there - I was very food orientated, and I'd have it on my mind all the time and a few weeks after I started it, that's when I really noticed that my hunger wasn't there.
"You think you're hungry, you go to eat and you're not.
"I'm now eating correctly, have lots of protein and more water.
"Now my body is getting used to it, I fancy meals, but I don't eat as much.
"I was plating up a roast dinner for everyone yesterday, but I hardly put anything on my plate, and I don't have to think about it."
Jackie says her new look has given her confidence - allowing her to" feel and look good."
She said: "I've got so much more confidence.
"A while ago I bought a red dress and when I wore it all the buttons were popping.
"I went and saw Craig David and now I was able to wear the dress and I felt amazing.
"I felt and looked good."
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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.