OP here — wow, did not expect this much response! Thank you all for the thoughtful replies on VERIFIED Vendor.
To answer mike_mod: my doctor and I discussed the options and went with brand.
Quick update: I have noticed more improvement since posting this. Thanks again for the evidence-based discussion — this is exactly why I posted in a science-based community. 🙏
Reading this thread on VERIFIED Vendor hits close to home. Night shift nurse — I started at 267 lbs and felt like I would tried everything.
13 months on tirz and I am a different person. Not just the 42 lbs lost — my energy, my mood, my relationship with food. All transformed.
If you are on the fence about VERIFIED Vendor — take the leap. It was the best health decision I have ever made. ❤️
Adding my data to this VERIFIED Vendor discussion:
| Metric | Baseline | Month 4 | Month 8 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 278 lbs | 243 lbs | 223 lbs |
| A1C | 7.2% | 6.2% | 5.4% |
| hsCRP | 7.0 | 3.0 | 1.2 |
Protocol: Tirzepatide 15mg/wk, resistance training 3x/wk, protein 1.5g/kg/day.