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Trying weight watchers but after two weeks needle in the scale hadn’t moved

January 19, 2024
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As soon as you stop Ozenpic, the fat comes right back. I also heard that it can cause pancreatitis and/or permanent paralysis of the stomach and intestines. The way I lost weight was by researching how "sugar feeds cancer"...which caused me to give up candy, cake, all types of desserts. I have had a sweet tooth my whole life. But once I gave up desserts, the weight came off.

January 20, 2024
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I was diagnosed as a Type 2 diabetic when my cancer was found. I did not want to take insulin, so I immediately changed my diet: no carbs (bread, potatoes, pasta), no sugar, reduced salt intake, and began riding a stationery bike. I lost 35 lbs in 5 wks and never went on insulin. Tough to get used to, but now I just don't miss it anymore. Not sure if any of the meds you're on influence your weight, but this is what I did to drop the pounds. Hope this helps. Take care.

January 26, 2024
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This may be my problem, too. I'm 77, and I was already overweight. But after my surgeries and radiation for breast cancer, I had total knee replacement surgery. Even walking was a problem for awhile. Sugar is probably my worst enemy. I'm "pre-diabetic" and I just need to give up sweets. That may be my only help to lose.

January 23, 2024
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Here are some tips for managing weight while on anastrozole:

1. Track How Much You’re Eating
- Logging all your snacks and meals can help you see where you might be eating more than you think.
- You can use a photo diary or simply list everything you eat.

2. Limit Alcohol
- Many alcoholic beverages have a lot of Show Full Answer

Here are some tips for managing weight while on anastrozole:

1. Track How Much You’re Eating:
- Logging all your snacks and meals can help you see where you might be eating more than you think.
- You can use a photo diary or simply list everything you eat.

2. Limit Alcohol:
- Many alcoholic beverages have a lot of calories.
- Choose low-calorie nonalcoholic beverages or lower-calorie alcoholic drinks, like vodka with soda water.

3. Get More Exercise:
- Adding more physical activity can help manage your weight.
- Start small and slowly develop an exercise program.

4. Eat More Fiber:
- Increase your intake of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and legumes.
- Fiber helps your stomach feel fuller, so you might eat less to feel satisfied.

5. Make Healthful Food and Drink Choices:
- Choose beverages with less sugar.
- Order wisely when dining out.
- Replace junk food with healthy snacks.

6. Consider Other Causes of Weight Gain:
- Weight gain might be due to other medications or hormonal changes.
- Consult with a health care professional to determine the cause.

7. Talk With Others Who Understand:
- Join support networks like MyBCTeam to share experiences and get advice.

These strategies can help you manage your weight effectively while on anastrozole.

July 17, 2024
A MyBCTeam Member

I tried Ozempic. Didn't lose much weight but had bad nausea and terrible constipation. Back to diet and exercise. I tried the fasting-mimicking diet - lots of leafy greens, no bread/cakes/pastries, vegan - for 5 days and have now adapted my normal diet by having more leafy greens, more beans, low amounts of meat and fish, and low amounts of high-fibre bread. A DIY fasting-mimicking diet is on the internet (you don't have to buy the meal replacement powders). I'm losing weight slowly.

January 29, 2024

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