OP here — wow, did not expect this much response! Thank you all for the thoughtful replies on Oral semaglutide.
To answer jim_asheville: I started tracking everything in a spreadsheet from day 1.
Quick update: I will post a proper update thread soon. Thanks again for the evidence-based discussion — this is exactly why I posted in a science-based community. 🙏
Bookmarked 📌 The Oral semaglutide info in this thread is essential. Coming back to this for sure.
Slightly tangential to Oral semaglutide but pam_columbus reminded me — does anyone have experience combining this with metformin?
I know it is not exactly on-topic but it seems related enough to ask here rather than starting a new thread. Apologies if this has been covered — I did search first.
Adding my data to this Oral semaglutide discussion:
| Metric | Baseline | Month 4 | Month 6 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 252 lbs | 217 lbs | 217 lbs |
| A1C | 6.6% | 6.2% | 5.2% |
| hsCRP | 6.0 | 3.0 | 1.0 |
Protocol: Tirzepatide 15mg/wk, resistance training 3x/wk, protein 1.4g/kg/day.
Reading this thread on Oral semaglutide hits close to home. Night shift nurse — I started at 263 lbs and felt like I would tried everything.
9 months on tirz and I am a different person. Not just the 38 lbs lost — my energy, my mood, my relationship with food. All transformed.
If you are on the fence about Oral semaglutide — take the leap. It was the best health decision I have ever made. ❤️