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Daily Record
3 days ago
- Health
- Daily Record
'I lost 5stone on weight loss jabs and there's one major downside no one talks about'
A TikToker has opened up about an unexpected trade-off after shedding 80lbs with weight-loss injections, warning her followers of the rarely discussed pitfall. Loz, aged 33, revealed a significant consequence of her dramatic weight loss journey: "If you're losing weight on weight loss injections ... you are going to lose your behind. It's going to happen, it happened to me, it happened to everyone I know on this injection. Your butt will be gone." Addressing her nearly 16,000 TikTok devotees, Loz, who posts under @lloztiktok, described a discomfort many don't anticipate: "You will feel your tailbone whenever you sit down, it's a horrible thing." She advised viewers who are also on a slimming quest, encouraging them to focus on their glutes early on: "Don't do what I did which was lost the weight, lost my a**e and then started working on my glutes - starting from bone." Medical director at Midland Health, Dr Rupa Parmar, echoed the importance of supporting muscle health during weight loss: "Ideally, you should aim to eat between 1.0 and 1.2 grams per kilogram of your body weight per day.", reports the Daily Record. Dr Parmar stressed the significance of incorporating strength training into the fitness regimen: "It's also a good idea to work with a dietitian to create a plan that's right for you, so you can stay healthy and strong." Chloe Thomas, a personal trainer and women's health coach, has shared her insights on muscle rebuilding post-weight loss jabs: "If you want to rebuild muscle after taking weight loss jabs, the key is progressive overload so by consistently challenging your muscles through resistance or strength training. This can be done with weights or bodyweight, but the aim remains the same in that you need to gradually increase intensity over time." She emphasised the importance of diet, particularly protein and carbohydrates, adding: "I would advise against weight loss jabs if you are not doing it alongside a nutritionist, a personal trainer and a doctor." Thomas also highlighted a common issue with people using weight-loss injections: "they're losing muscle, too", due to the lack of an appropriate strength training programme. In a recent update, the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has warned against purchasing weight-loss medications from unregulated sources like beauty salons or social media, citing "serious health risks" and illegality. The MHRA clarified its stance on obtaining genuine GLP-1 medicines: "The only way to guarantee you receive a genuine GLP-1 medicine is to obtain it from a legitimate pharmacy, including those trading online, with a prescription issued by a healthcare professional."
Daily Mirror
3 days ago
- Health
- Daily Mirror
'I lost 5stone on weight loss jabs and there's one major downside'
One woman has spoken out about a negative side effect of weight loss jabs that no one really talks about, despite losing a staggering 80lbs on the injections A TikToker has opened up about an unexpected trade-off after shedding 80lbs with weight-loss injections, warning her followers of the rarely discussed pitfall. Loz, aged 33, revealed a significant consequence of her dramatic weight loss journey: "If you're losing weight on weight loss injections ... you are going to lose your behind. It's going to happen, it happened to me, it happened to everyone I know on this injection. Your butt will be gone." Addressing her nearly 16,000 TikTok devotees, Loz, who posts under @lloztiktok, described a discomfort many don't anticipate: "You will feel your tailbone whenever you sit down, it's a horrible thing." She advised viewers who are also on a slimming quest, encouraging them to focus on their glutes early on: "Don't do what I did which was lost the weight, lost my a**e and then started working on my glutes - starting from bone." Medical director at Midland Health, Dr Rupa Parmar, echoed the importance of supporting muscle health during weight loss: "Ideally, you should aim to eat between 1.0 and 1.2 grams per kilogram of your body weight per day.", reports the Daily Record. Dr Parmar stressed the significance of incorporating strength training into the fitness regimen: "It's also a good idea to work with a dietitian to create a plan that's right for you, so you can stay healthy and strong." Chloe Thomas, a personal trainer and women's health coach, has shared her insights on muscle rebuilding post-weight loss jabs: "If you want to rebuild muscle after taking weight loss jabs, the key is progressive overload so by consistently challenging your muscles through resistance or strength training. This can be done with weights or bodyweight, but the aim remains the same in that you need to gradually increase intensity over time." She emphasised the importance of diet, particularly protein and carbohydrates, adding: "I would advise against weight loss jabs if you are not doing it alongside a nutritionist, a personal trainer and a doctor." Thomas also highlighted a common issue with people using weight-loss injections: "they're losing muscle, too", due to the lack of an appropriate strength training programme. In a recent update, the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has warned against purchasing weight-loss medications from unregulated sources like beauty salons or social media, citing "serious health risks" and illegality. The MHRA clarified its stance on obtaining genuine GLP-1 medicines: "The only way to guarantee you receive a genuine GLP-1 medicine is to obtain it from a legitimate pharmacy, including those trading online, with a prescription issued by a healthcare professional."
Daily Record
3 days ago
- Health
- Daily Record
'I lost 80lbs on weight loss jabs there's one negative effect no one talks about'
One weight-loss injection user has revealed that although she has lost 80lbs since starting the jabs, there is one big downside that lots of people don't expect A weight-loss jab user has explained that while she lost 80lbs on the injections - there is one big downside that no one talks about. Loz, 33, said she lost her 'behind' since starting on the jabs. She said: 'If you're losing weight on weight loss injections … you are going to lose your behind. It's going to happen, it happened to me, it happened to everyone I know on this injection. Your butt will be gone.' She went on to tell her nearly 16,000 TikTok followers, where she goes by @lloztiktok: 'You will feel your tailbone whenever you sit down, it's a horrible thing.' Loz suggested doing 'damage limitation' by starting to work on your glute muscles 'now while you're losing your weight'. She said: 'Don't do what I did which was lost the weight, lost my a**e and then started working on my glutes - starting from bone.' Dr Rupa Parmar, medical director at Midland Health, said that if you want to protect your muscles while using the injections you need to be 'intentional about your nutrition'. She said: 'Ideally, you should aim to eat between 1.0 and 1.2 grams per kilogram of your body weight per day." The expert added that you should strength train at least twice a week, adding: 'It's also a good idea to work with a dietitian to create a plan that's right for you, so you can stay healthy and strong.' Chloe Thomas, a personal trainer and women's health coach, said: 'If you want to rebuild muscle after taking weight loss jabs, the key is progressive overload so by consistently challenging your muscles through resistance or strength training. This can be done with weights or bodyweight, but the aim remains the same in that you need to gradually increase intensity over time.' She added that eating enough was also important, especially the right amount of protein and carbohydrates. Thomas said: 'I would advise against weight loss jabs if you are not doing it alongside a nutritionist, a personal trainer and a doctor.' Some people using weight-loss jabs aren't taking them alongside a proper strength training programme, which means they're not just losing fat, 'they're losing muscle, too', Thomas explained. The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency has issued new guidance this week, warning patients that weight-loss medications should not be bought from unregulated sellers such as beauty salons or via social media. This exposes people wanting to lose weight to 'serious health risks' and is against the law, it said. The MHRA said: 'The only way to guarantee you receive a genuine GLP-1 medicine is to obtain it from a legitimate pharmacy, including those trading online, with a prescription issued by a healthcare professional.'
Yahoo
25-03-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
MMH sets area wide conference
Mar. 24—Midland Health will host an area wide conference from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. March 26 at the Bush Convention Center titled "Breaking the Silence of Workplace Violence in Healthcare." Presenters include State Sen. Donna Campbell, R-New Braunfels, Texas Hospital Association, Texas Center for Nursing Workforce Studies, area wide chief nursing officer roundtable and Texas Peer Assistance Program for Nurses. Click here to register.
Yahoo
21-02-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Midland Health implements safety measures to protect community
Feb. 20—In preparation as confirmed cases of the measles in West Texas increase, Midland Health is implementing safety procedures to protect patients, visitors, and staff. "Our greatest priority is the well-being of our patients and community," Dr. Rohith Saravanan, Chief Medical Officer for Midland Health, said in a news release. "In alignment with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) infection control recommendations and the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS), we have instituted measures to help stop the spread of measles." Entry Screening & Revamped Triage Process in the Emergency Department (ED) — As patients and visitors enter the facility, they will be asked about symptoms to help mitigate the spread of measles. — ED staff will screen patients for fever, rash, cough, runny nose, or red eyes, consistent with CDC and DSHS recommendations for identifying measles. — Anyone with suspected symptoms will be isolated to prevent spread. This may include being asked to wait in your car until it is time for you to be seen. Visitor Policy Updates — Visitor policies are under review to protect vulnerable patients, ensuring that symptomatic or high-risk visitors follow appropriate guidelines and wear protective gear. Vaccines, Symptoms, Self-Isolation & Call Ahead — Safe & Effective Vaccine: The measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine remains the most effective defense. Vaccines are available at the health department. No boosters are needed if fully vaccinated. — Symptoms: High fever (≥101°F), runny nose, cough, red watery eyes, and a rash that often starts on the face/hairline and spreads downward. To reduce community spread, anyone with measles or measles-like symptoms should limit public contact. — Call Ahead: If you suspect you or a loved one may have measles, or have been exposed, contact your pediatrician or primary care provider before heading to the Emergency Department. This precaution helps us prepare and reduce exposures. If you do not have a provider or would like to speak to a healthcare professional, please utilize 221DOCS (432-221-3627) or 68Nurse (432-686-8773). "Vaccination truly is the key to halting this outbreak," Saravanan added. "We encourage everyone to ensure their immunizations are up to date and to rely on credible health information to make informed choices." Resources: — —
