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Albemarle, NC

I realize it's the medications I'm on that is causing weight gain, however, this eating all the time is causing me stress, anxiety and I'm tired, I'm not over eating at a single meal just hungry all the time. Does anyone take like a diet medicine of anything for weightloss or appetite control?

October 28, 2015
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Members responded to concerns about medication-induced weight gain and constant hunger by sharing practical strategies that have worked for... Read more

Members responded to concerns about medication-induced weight gain and constant hunger by sharing practical strategies that have worked for them, including increasing water intake to distinguish thirst from hunger, snacking on filling foods like nuts, avocados, and protein bars, and incorporating light movement such as walking, yoga, or swimming into daily routines. Several members recommended specific approaches like the Dukan Diet, Whole 30, PGX fiber supplements, Weight Watchers, or medications such as Victoza to help with appetite control, with one member celebrating a 10-pound loss over two months. A recurring theme was the emotional toll of weight struggles paired with the importance of self-compassion, with members encouraging each other to focus on small wins, wear clothes that feel good, and prioritize overall health over perfection.

A MyFibroTeam Member

I am on Weight Watchers. I go up and down but I have lost over 100 pounds. Now go crazy only a small part of that is the medicine. I have been heavy all my life I want to lose more, will do.

January 28, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

Dukin Diet and Whole 30 were recommended to me. Found both helpful in dropping weight and maintaining new weight while on meds.

October 29, 2015
A MyFibroTeam Member

Try PGX (fiber supplement) it has helped with always feeling hungry.

March 16, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

Have you tried snacking on healthy fats that tend to fill you up faster like nuts and avocado? Protein is also really good, maybe you could snack on a healthy low calorie protein bar. It would fill you up and hopefully you wouldn't feel hungry. Hope this helps

October 29, 2015
A MyFibroTeam Member

I am on Cymbalta and Gabapentin both of which are the culprit of my weight gain and staying hungry. Apparently I'm not at a weight in the doctors eyes that should be considered for any help from them, even though I let them know it stresses me out that I can't control this on my own.
But looks like it is what it is.

October 29, 2015

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