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Semaglutide and addictive behavior reduction — need advice

Dr.RenalNash Fri, Sep 19, 2025 at 1:34 AM 30 replies 1,683 viewsPage 6 of 6
sarah_TO
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Sep 19, 2025 at 10:04 AM#26

HPLC_Greg — that is really helpful context on Semaglutide and addictive. Follow-up question: did you experience any side effects during this phase?

I am in a similar situation (about to start) and trying to set realistic expectations.

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sophie_paris
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Sep 19, 2025 at 10:21 AM#27

Want to share my personal experience related to Semaglutide and addictive since I think it might help others in a similar situation.

I started my GLP-1 journey in March 2025 at 265 lbs with metabolic syndrome. My telehealth provider prescribed semaglutide 0.25mg to start.

Now, 18 months later: I am down 50 lbs, my labs have normalized, and my sleep apnea has improved dramatically. The Semaglutide and aspect specifically was something that made a big difference in my journey.

This forum was my go-to resource throughout.

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Sep 19, 2025 at 10:38 AM#28

Just wanted to say — for anyone reading this Semaglutide and thread who is feeling discouraged: it gets better. The first month are the hardest. Hang in there. 💪

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Sep 19, 2025 at 10:55 AM#29

Yep. My endo said the same thing about Semaglutide and.

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Sep 19, 2025 at 11:12 AM#30

Just wanted to say — for anyone reading this Semaglutide and thread who is feeling discouraged: it gets better. The first 6 weeks are the hardest. Hang in there. 💪

Last edited: Sep 19, 2025 at 5:12 PM
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