I was sad & embarrassed when I weighed 27 stone so started Mounjaro – I'm 10 stone lighter & no longer feel dead inside

Scottish Sun

02-05-2025

A WOMAN has revealed that she felt sad and embarrassed when she weighed 27 stone, so made the decision to start using Mounjaro.
In just under a year, thanks to weight loss injections, Chloe was able to lose 10 stone and 5 lbs.
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A woman revealed that she "let herself go" and once topped the scales at 27 stone 8 lbs
Credit: Tiktok/@mounjaro.withchloe
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But now, thanks to weight loss injections, Chloe was able to lose 10 stone and 5 lbs and described the fat jabs as "life changing"
Credit: Tiktok/@mounjaro.withchloe
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Mounjaro is typically used to treat type 2 diabetes
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Not only this, but she's now on a mission to drop an extra five stone too.
Prior to using Mounjaro, which is regarded by some as the King Kong of weight loss jabs, Chloe topped the scales at 27 stone 8 lbs, but now weighs just over 17 stone.
After 'hating' how she 'looked and felt', Chloe, who is from the UK, explained that using Mounjaro 'has been life changing.'
Not only has she 'grown as a person', but she is now so 'proud' of herself and her achievements.
Chloe took to social media to share a before and after look at her impressive weight loss transformation, leaving many open-mouthed.
At the start of Chloe's short clip, we saw pictures of her prior to slimming down.
Alongside the video, Chloe wrote: 'Tomorrow will be a year since I started my Mounjaro journey…looking back on these pictures makes me feel sad and embarrassed.'
Chloe claimed that she had 'let herself go' and could see 'so much sadness' in her eyes before she slimmed down.
The brunette explained that when she was at her heaviest, she 'put on a brave face' but felt 'dead inside.'
As a result, Chloe knew that she 'needed to make changes' and wanted to 'better herself' for the sake of her mental health.
Weight Loss Jabs - Pros vs Cons
Chloe took the plunge and started using Monjaro, as she wanted to 'feel in control of her future'.
Later in the video, Chloe, who is just one in around half a million Brits use weight loss drugs, shared a series of selfies after losing the weight and confirmed that she 'felt like a different person' and saw her 'confidence and self esteem' grow.
Not only did she see 'real changes', but these were not just physical, but mental too.
Thrilled with her new physique and slimmed down appearance, Chloe beamed: 'I started to see a spark behind my eyes.'
Everything you need to know about fat jabs
Weight loss jabs are all the rage as studies and patient stories reveal they help people shed flab at almost unbelievable rates, as well as appearing to reduce the risk of serious diseases.
Wegovy – a modified version of type 2 diabetes drug Ozempic – and Mounjaro are the leading weight loss injections used in the UK.
Wegovy, real name semaglutide, has been used on the NHS for years while Mounjaro (tirzepatide) is a newer and more powerful addition to the market.
Mounjaro accounts for most private prescriptions for weight loss and is set to join Wegovy as an NHS staple this year.
How do they work?
The jabs work by suppressing your appetite, making you eat less so your body burns fat for energy instead and you lose weight.
They do this my mimicking a hormone called GLP-1, which signals to the brain when the stomach is full, so the drugs are officially called GLP-1 receptor agonists.
They slow down digestion and increase insulin production, lowering blood sugar, which is why they were first developed to treat type 2 diabetes in which patients' sugar levels are too high.
Can I get them?
NHS prescriptions of weight loss drugs, mainly Wegovy and an older version called Saxenda (chemical name liraglutide), are controlled through specialist weight loss clinics.
Typically a patient will have to have a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or higher, classifying them as medically obese, and also have a weight-related health condition such as high blood pressure.
GPs generally do not prescribe the drugs for weight loss.
Private prescribers offer the jabs, most commonly Mounjaro, to anyone who is obese (BMI of 30+) or overweight (BMI 25-30) with a weight-related health risk.
Private pharmacies have been rapped for handing them out too easily and video calls or face-to-face appointments are now mandatory to check a patient is being truthful about their size and health.
Are there any risks?
Yes – side effects are common but most are relatively mild.
Around half of people taking the drug experience gut issues, including sickness, bloating, acid reflux, constipation and diarrhoea.
Dr Sarah Jarvis, GP and clinical consultant at patient.info, said: 'One of the more uncommon side effects is severe acute pancreatitis, which is extremely painful and happens to one in 500 people.'
Other uncommon side effects include altered taste, kidney problems, allergic reactions, gallbladder problems and hypoglycemia.
Evidence has so far been inconclusive about whether the injections are damaging to patients' mental health.
Figures obtained by The Sun show that, up to January 2025, 85 patient deaths in the UK were suspected to be linked to the medicines.
'You look phenomenal'
The TikTok clip, which was posted under the username @mounjaro.withchloe, has clearly left many open-mouthed, as it has quickly racked up 409,700 views in just three days.
Social media users were gobsmacked by Chloe's incredible weight loss and many eagerly rushed to praise her jaw-dropping glow up.
Oh wow! You have done amazing!
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One person said: 'I am so proud of you! What an inspiration.'
Another added: 'You look absolutely phenomenal.'
A third commented: 'Oh wow! You have done amazing!'
Not only this, but someone else chimed in: 'Omg you look like the daughter of the before picture now.'
Be aware of the dangers
Although many were impressed with Chloe's weight loss, those debating whether to start using Mounjaro should know that it can have fatal consequences.
And experts and NHS medics have shared a stern warning about the dangers of taking such medications without a prescription.
What are the other side effects of weight loss jabs?
Like any medication, weight loss jabs can have side effects.
Common side effects of injections such as Ozempic include:
Nausea: This is the most commonly reported side effect, especially when first starting the medication. It often decreases over time as your body adjusts.
Vomiting: Can occur, often in conjunction with nausea.
Diarrhea: Some people experience gastrointestinal upset.
Constipation: Some individuals may also experience constipation.
Stomach pain or discomfort: Some people may experience abdominal pain or discomfort.
Reduced appetite: This is often a desired effect for people using Ozempic for weight loss.
Indigestion: Can cause a feeling of bloating or discomfort after eating.
Serious side effects can also include:
Pancreatitis: In rare cases, Ozempic may increase the risk of inflammation of the pancreas, known as pancreatitis, which can cause severe stomach pain, nausea, and vomiting.
Kidney problems: There have been reports of kidney issues, including kidney failure, though this is uncommon.
Thyroid tumors: There's a potential increased risk of thyroid cancer, although this risk is based on animal studies. It is not confirmed in humans, but people with a history of thyroid cancer should avoid Ozempic.
Vision problems: Rapid changes in blood sugar levels may affect vision, and some people have reported blurry vision when taking Ozempic.
Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar): Especially if used with other medications like sulfonylureas or insulin.
Sun GP Dr Zoe Williams acknowledged that Mounjaro, which could soon be rolled out on the NHS, can save the lives of people with 'life-threatening levels of obesity.'
But despite this, the NHS advised people to 'never take an anti-obesity medicine if it has not been prescribed to you.'
The NHS warned: "These types of medicines may not be safe for you and can cause serious side effects.'
Mounjaro works by suppressing ­your appetite, making you feel fuller for longer.
The injections, which are administered every seven days, are licensed for patients with type 2 diabetes.
They are also available to assist those who are clinically obese (with a Body Mass Index of 30 or over).
The drugs, which have been widely regarded as 'fat jabs', can be prescribed by a practitioner - such as a doctor, nurse or a pharmacist-independent prescriber.
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But increasingly, we are seeing more and more people buying them through online pharmacies, without sufficient checks.
Not only this, but recently, figures from the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency revealed that fat jabs had been linked to 82 deaths across the UK.
Following the death of a man from Burton upon Trent, Staffs, who died after taking Mounjaro, his family are now calling for a probe into the jab's "potential to kill."
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