Seven Years and a World of Difference: My Journey with GLP-1 InjectablesIt’s hard to believe, seven years in, that I was ever nervous—and maybe even scared—to try an injectable medication. When I started...reactionscomments
I Guess I Wasn’t “Sick Enough”The first time my insurance denied coverage for a GLP-1 medication, the message was clear: I wasn’t sick enough. It apparently didn't...reactionscomments
Finding Your Voice: Advocating for Your Health at Doctor’s AppointmentsWhen you are living with a health condition like obesity, it can be a challenge to get the right care you need...reactionscomments
Do I Qualify for Medicare or Medicaid?People living with obesity often face high healthcare costs. Paying for medical care, including hospital visits, specialist consultations, and prescription drugs, can...reactionscomments
Weight Loss Answers: When Something Is Better Than NothingIf you have obesity, I would be surprised if you have not looked for answers – answers about why you have obesity...reactionscomments
What Diet To Follow When You’re on GLP-1 AgonistsGLP-1 receptor agonist weight loss medications such as Wegovy (semaglutide) and Zepbound (tirzepatide) can be a real game-changer for some people. They...reactionscomments
When Insurance Gets in the Way of GLP-1'sI was lucky when I first started a GLP-1; I had great company insurance benefits. Many people have to take finances into...reactionscomments
The Long Road to a Healthy WeightMy first memory of being “large” was when my sister took me to the "chubby section" of the girls' department to buy...reactionscomments
Losing Weight and Finding MyselfAll of my life I wanted nothing more than to lose weight. Even in elementary school I was the fat kid but...reactionscomments
My Obesity Journey: How I Found Balance and Long-Term HealthI was obese for most of my life. Growing up, I was always the big girl, the fat friend, or the "last...reactionscomments
How to Break the Binge Eating Shame CycleHave you noticed that when your confidence takes a hit, your binge eating gets worse? Not everyone who is classified as 'obese'...reactionscomments
Why I Finally Chose a GLP-1, Even When I Swore I Never WouldFor most of my life, I’ve carried weight physically, yes, but also emotionally. Obesity was never just something I “had.” It became...reactionscomments
3 Helpful Items for Living with ObesityI was filling out a routine form when I came across a question I have answered in dozens of forms over the...reactionscomments
How to Start Your Health Goals When You Feel OverwhelmedDo you want to improve your health and lose weight but struggle with getting started? Does the goal number on the scale...reactionscomments
Our 4-Step Guide to Sharing Your Obesity Story"I don't know where or how to start sharing my story." Sound familiar? You're not alone. It's not abnormal to feel unsure...reactionscomments
When the Food Noise Finally QuietedBefore I started a GLP-1, the only way I could think to describe my relationship with food was: CONSTANT. NOISE. It wasn't...reactions1comment
Beyond Fitspiration: The Best Place to Look for Exercise AdviceWhen working toward a healthier weight, "fitspiration" can be a common place to start. We often start with things like signing up...reactionscomments
Overcome Barriers to Exercise with ObesityIf you have obesity, you have likely been told that you should exercise to support your health. But that can feel "easier said...reactionscomments
What to Do When Your Doctor Is Not Your Weight Loss AllyIf your doctor is not able to provide an effective obesity management strategy for you, it's not because there aren't any treatment...reactions7comments
Hope for Obesity Emerges From the Twilight ZoneThe proven treatment to improve health for obesity is weight loss. Losing weight reduces mortality, or early death. For people with obesity...reactionscomments
