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September 2, 2025
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A MyBCTeam Member

Luanne! I had gained a ton of weight in an unhappy work situation! When i interviewed for the job i weighed -/151! Im 5โ€™4โ€!
My boss was horrid to me im a nice person so i finally left the jobโ€ฆ.weighing 350
lbs!lbs!!
i looked like a ball with a nose!I went to UCLA weight loss clinic!
I drank 7 protien shakes for a year! i lost 100lbs the second year i shifted to a vegiterian diet lost 100 more!
The next 6 months i lost toe 25! i was down to 125 where i today 6 years later!
i also went to the gym every day through the weight loss!
Now i find i eat healthy but only small or medium portions!! The program at UCLA gave me the courage to lose it all safely AND โ€ฆ im never regaining it!! To Darn Hard To Losr!!
Glow good luck!!
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Glow

September 2, 2025 (edited)
A MyBCTeam Member

I think these weight loss meds like Ozempic,etc.., can be great for people who really need to lose weight, not for vanities sake. I worry that there's not enough research behind them. My fear is what side-effects and/or damage it will cause on down the road. I pray that nobody gets harmed in this mega-fad. The easy way isn't always the best way. Good luck with your weight loss! Be careful. ๐Ÿ˜Ž๐Ÿ‘โค๏ธ

September 2, 2025 (edited)
A MyBCTeam Member

I am on trizeptide aka Zepbound yes it works with weight loss I have lost 30 lbs. you must keep active though!

October 13, 2025
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GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic have shown promising results for weight management in breast cancer patients. A 2024 study found that women with early-stage breast cancer who were overweight or obese achieved significant weight loss using these medications.

These medications work by
โ€ข Making you feel fuller after eating
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GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic have shown promising results for weight management in breast cancer patients. A 2024 study found that women with early-stage breast cancer who were overweight or obese achieved significant weight loss using these medications.

These medications work by:
โ€ข Making you feel fuller after eating
โ€ข Slowing down food digestion
โ€ข Helping control blood sugar levels Several FDA-approved GLP-1 options are available, including:
โ€ข Semaglutide (Ozempic, Wegovy)
โ€ข Liraglutide (Saxenda)
โ€ข Tirzepatide (Zepbound)

This is particularly relevant since some breast cancer treatments, especially hormonal therapy, can cause weight gain. However, it's essential to discuss using these medications with your healthcare team to ensure they're appropriate for your specific situation.

September 2, 2025
A MyBCTeam Member

Actuall eating a great high protein diet wull help hold your weight or help
you lose it! Eat with your brain in other words vefore you put something
thats badfor uou im your mouth!fruit and veggie snacks fresh are great!
freeze them ritsandadd themtoa โ€œlow fat yogurt protein powder smoothie yoy
whip up in a blender throw in abouy 56 ix cubes yummy!!

October 9, 2025

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