Adding my data to this Marketplace rules discussion:
| Metric | Baseline | Month 3 | Month 8 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 250 lbs | 225 lbs | 195 lbs |
| A1C | 6.4% | 5.8% | 5.4% |
| hsCRP | 4.0 | 2.0 | 0.8 |
Protocol: Semaglutide 2.4mg/wk, resistance training 3x/wk, protein 1.2g/kg/day.
Reading this thread on Marketplace rules hits close to home. Dad of 2 checking in — I started at 261 lbs and felt like I would tried everything.
7 months on tirz and I am a different person. Not just the 36 lbs lost — my energy, my mood, my relationship with food. All transformed.
If you are on the fence about Marketplace rules — take the leap. It was the best health decision I have ever made. ❤️
DanielChem_CHI — that is really helpful context on Marketplace rules . Follow-up question: how long did you wait before increasing your dose?
I am in a similar situation (week 4) and trying to set realistic expectations.
Reading this thread on Marketplace rules hits close to home. Night shift nurse — I started at 283 lbs and felt like I would tried everything.
9 months on tirz and I am a different person. Not just the 58 lbs lost — my energy, my mood, my relationship with food. All transformed.
If you are on the fence about Marketplace rules — take the leap. It was the best health decision I have ever made. ❤️
DanielChem_CHI — that is really helpful context on Marketplace rules . Follow-up question: what labs did your doctor order to monitor this?
I am in a similar situation (just started) and trying to set realistic expectations.