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11/03/2026 1:56 pm
I watched the Netflix documentary about GLP-1 weight loss drugs the other day
For context I have been on MJ for about 9 months and have lost about 11 kg, Ive not gone mad but tried to maintain as ai have gone along
The documentary felt very one-sided to me. It talked a lot about the benefits (which we probably all know)but barely mentioned the downsides, especially after stopping. The resounding message I thought was that this is basically a long-term or even lifelong treatment, similar to taking statins for cholesterol.
That’s the part that makes me a bit uneasy.
From what I’ve read, when people stop these medications the hunger and cravings can come back pretty strongly. So it feels like you’re left with two options: accept that the weight might return, or go back on the medication.
I’m not trying to criticise it, like I said, I’m using it and it’s clearly helping me. But sometimes I wonder if this creates a kind of dependency where once you start, it’s very hard to stop without regaining the weight. Does anyone else think about this, or am I overthinking it?
12/03/2026 10:20 am
Hi love - i saw that! the thing is people gain the weight back 4 times as fast or something, but you've got to remember they've lost more than they would have with diet and exercise alone.
I think it just needs to be cheaper and more accessible for the people that need it long term....hopefully that will happen especially with the new pill form people have been hoping for. Personally, I can't afford it long term and I am starting to think about what next. I've done well, lost about 15% of my weight (12kg ) but its cost me about £4,500 so far........so I am committed to leading a better lifestyle, keeping weight off and saving my money.....but that may be easier said than done! x
13/03/2026 11:28 pm
I think a lot of people probably think about this to be honest.
My take is that even if you’re not on it forever, having a couple of years where the food noise is quieter gives you a real chance to change habits and reset things a bit. That alone feels pretty valuable to me.
None of us really knows how it will play out long term yet, but I’m trying to treat it as a tool rather than a forever decision.
14/03/2026 10:56 am
I don't intend to be on it forever but it is a concern....mostly because I can't afford it. I do hope that for me it's a reset and with changes like @PTC77 talks about I can maintain weight. I have made massive changes but I know more than anyone that life just gets in the way and it is easy to slip!