Absolutely agree with all three. I have been hesitant to share much about my journey, experience, and weight loss because the lower doses seem to work for me and I have had significant success. I do not want my success to make anyone else feel less than or cause them to feel badly or that they are doing something wrong, or that I’m doing something better or great. So I keep it to myself.
Admittedly, I know my weight loss is going to slow down as I get closer to my goal. I also don’t share because there are people who will take great pleasure and saying “Aha told you” because people gonna people.
That said, I also ascribe to the belief that my health information is my own. I haven’t shared even the mere fact that I take a GLP-1 with anyone other than with one friend who is also on a GLP-1 herself.
This isn’t a race, competition, or “gotcha game”. This is life and health.
PS - keeping good thoughts for your health and hope you are feeling better and receiving good care and support. 🫶🏻
Dave, really appreciate you bringing up these important points. You're spot on about respecting medical privacy—the speculation around people's health journeys is just not okay.
And yes, the individualized dosing piece is so crucial. Every person's body responds differently, and there should never be any judgment around what dose someone needs to see results.
I'm also really interested in the conversation around optimizing GLP-1 effectiveness. You're right to be cautious about oversimplified approaches—there's definitely a lot of questionable advice floating around out there.
From what I've seen in my own work, when patients combine these medications with thoughtful, personalized lifestyle and nutrition support, they often get even better outcomes. Obviously not talking about cookie-cutter solutions here—what helps one person might not work for another—but I think there's real value in exploring evidence-based integrative approaches alongside the medication.
As someone who struggled with obesity and metabolic issues for over a decade myself, I know firsthand how challenging and isolating this journey can be. That experience has shaped how I approach supporting others—there's no quick fixes, and everyone's path looks different.
I really pride myself on trying to support people as much as I can in this space, and I'm always open to feedback on how I communicate these ideas. If you ever have thoughts about the messages I'm putting out there, I'd genuinely welcome hearing them.
Thanks for continuing to elevate the discussion around GLP-1s. Your patient-centered approach to these conversations is really refreshing.
This is great, I would also say that we need to get rid of deciding who is "allowed" to be on a GLP-1. Whether you have to lose 20 pounds or 200 pounds for health reasons, we are all equally eligible for these medications.
Forgive me if I use the wrong terminology, but society has been bashing the overweight population with ridicule, shame, bullying, eye rolls, and finger pointing for EVER. I hope I live long enough to see this community treat ITSELF better, at the very least.
Dave, you spelled it out clearly: why must a person put someone else down to make themselves feel better? (Or gain more followers, or sell more products, or win whatever race everyone seems to be running?) Bottom line: I once was blind, now I see. The details are no one else’s business.
Love this! 👏🏻👏🏻 Thank you Dave! There is so much judgment about these amazing meds. I feel like I’m defending them daily with people. I’ve never seen so much criticism over any other med in my lifetime. 🤦🏼♀️😡
Absolutely agree with all three. I have been hesitant to share much about my journey, experience, and weight loss because the lower doses seem to work for me and I have had significant success. I do not want my success to make anyone else feel less than or cause them to feel badly or that they are doing something wrong, or that I’m doing something better or great. So I keep it to myself.
Admittedly, I know my weight loss is going to slow down as I get closer to my goal. I also don’t share because there are people who will take great pleasure and saying “Aha told you” because people gonna people.
That said, I also ascribe to the belief that my health information is my own. I haven’t shared even the mere fact that I take a GLP-1 with anyone other than with one friend who is also on a GLP-1 herself.
This isn’t a race, competition, or “gotcha game”. This is life and health.
PS - keeping good thoughts for your health and hope you are feeling better and receiving good care and support. 🫶🏻
Dave, really appreciate you bringing up these important points. You're spot on about respecting medical privacy—the speculation around people's health journeys is just not okay.
And yes, the individualized dosing piece is so crucial. Every person's body responds differently, and there should never be any judgment around what dose someone needs to see results.
I'm also really interested in the conversation around optimizing GLP-1 effectiveness. You're right to be cautious about oversimplified approaches—there's definitely a lot of questionable advice floating around out there.
From what I've seen in my own work, when patients combine these medications with thoughtful, personalized lifestyle and nutrition support, they often get even better outcomes. Obviously not talking about cookie-cutter solutions here—what helps one person might not work for another—but I think there's real value in exploring evidence-based integrative approaches alongside the medication.
As someone who struggled with obesity and metabolic issues for over a decade myself, I know firsthand how challenging and isolating this journey can be. That experience has shaped how I approach supporting others—there's no quick fixes, and everyone's path looks different.
I really pride myself on trying to support people as much as I can in this space, and I'm always open to feedback on how I communicate these ideas. If you ever have thoughts about the messages I'm putting out there, I'd genuinely welcome hearing them.
Thanks for continuing to elevate the discussion around GLP-1s. Your patient-centered approach to these conversations is really refreshing.
This is great, I would also say that we need to get rid of deciding who is "allowed" to be on a GLP-1. Whether you have to lose 20 pounds or 200 pounds for health reasons, we are all equally eligible for these medications.
Yessss!!!! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
Yes, Yes & Yes! Well said!
Forgive me if I use the wrong terminology, but society has been bashing the overweight population with ridicule, shame, bullying, eye rolls, and finger pointing for EVER. I hope I live long enough to see this community treat ITSELF better, at the very least.
Dave, you spelled it out clearly: why must a person put someone else down to make themselves feel better? (Or gain more followers, or sell more products, or win whatever race everyone seems to be running?) Bottom line: I once was blind, now I see. The details are no one else’s business.
Peace to you 🩵🌲🩵
Love this! 👏🏻👏🏻 Thank you Dave! There is so much judgment about these amazing meds. I feel like I’m defending them daily with people. I’ve never seen so much criticism over any other med in my lifetime. 🤦🏼♀️😡
Love this!
Great points! Hope you’re feeling better!!
I can’t think of anything you missed! Hope you are feeling better and doing well!
So well said! Thanks for bringing this up, Dave.
Eh, people talk... I ignore them.
Great information! Hoping you feel better!
YES!!!!!
Hit the nail on the head with this one.
Great points. ❤️