With the new cancer diagnosis, I have been stress eating… sugar! Not in 3 years, have I done this. Was Mounjaro failing me? Not at all. Turns out, it was my Limbic System in the brain. Let me explain.
Author: Barb Herrera
Growing up a fat child, it's taken several decades to learn that Obesity is a genetic and biochemical disease/issue that can now be helped with medications. I took Fen-Phen, had an RNY Gastric Bypass, and have been on GLP-1s since late July 2022. I was a midwife and birth worker for 32 years, writing about midwifery in a defunct blog, Navelgazing Midwife. I have another blog called Navelgazing Writer, but am concentrating on this one for now. I am in a world I'm familiar with and adore: Medicine and Obesity. The words are flowing! Come along with me.
My Sorta-Rant as a Fat Activist on GLP-1s
What happens when a Fat Activist chooses to go on GLP-1s? Communities go wild with criticisms and judgement. I watched a YouTube video about a Fat Activist Influencer beginning GLP-1s and how she chose to “come out” about it. The commentary was enlightening.
“National Enquirer” Type GLP-1 “News”
Remember the “National Enquirer” and the crazy headlines they used to have? Well, the UK and India have headlines that far surpass the outlandish ones ever here in the States. This is but a single example.
GLP-1 Pause: Waiting for Even More Surgery
So much is going on as I keep having surgeries to remove cancerous spots around my body, turning me into Swiss Cheese. Here’s what’s been going on.
When Digital Minimalism Meets GLP-1s
As I embark on writing my GLP-1 memoir, I’m making time for writing by cutting out a lot of other non-essential things in my life. Do you know Digital Minimalism?
Open Letter to Eli Lilly CEO Dave Ricks
I felt compelled to thank Dave Ricks, the CEO of Eli Lilly, for the medications that have saved my life: Trulicity and Mounjaro. While this is about my own experience losing 280 lbs. and gaining amazing health, I want to be a light to others struggling with weight and health issues.
My Cancer Surgery While on GLP-1s
So much goes into having surgery when on GLP-1s. I wanted to share what it was like for me having cancer surgery… the prep and the post-op. Come along for the ride!
My Last Apology for Being “Too Skinny”
I’ve lost over 280 lbs. and while that might not seem like a problem, it seems to have turned my weight into a never-ending discussion. “You are too skinny! You need to eat more!” Quite the change from no one commenting on my food intake when I weighed 405 lbs. Now that I am healthy, I’m tired of people telling me I’m too skinny. This is my last discussion on the issue. I am small. I am petite. I am not skinny. Hope this helps!
Visit to Plastic Surgeon After 278 Lbs. Lost on GLP-1s (w/ pics)
What does a “Deflated” post-GLP-1 body look like? Here I share pics of myself after losing 278 lbs. Will I have plastic surgery? Read on!
GLP-1s: How to Stay on the Treadmill Longer
I found the solution to staying on the treadmill longer so I can work my thigh muscles and keep getting fitter. Discover how I do it!
Preparing for Cancer Surgery as a Healthy Person
As I prepare for my first surgery post GLP-1s, I explain my process for my “Prehabilitation.” I’m healthier than ever, so far less worried about the outcome.
GLP-1 Maintenance: Walking & Food Choices
What does GLP-1 maintenance look like? I’m learning it’s going to be different for everyone. Here, I share how it might be for me. At least this week.
My 7-Mile Day (Thank You, GLP-1s!)
Sometimes good things are balanced with not so fun things. Read here about my long day of great things and then how I ruined two Dexcoms and accidentally wasted a Mounjaro injection. Ugh!
New Definitions of Clinical Obesity Created
The attempts to change the definition of Clinical Obesity and how might they do that.
Nestlé’s New GLP-1-Oriented Vital Pursuit
I finally found a Nestlé Vital Pursuit GLP-1-oriented dinner I could try. The cheese pizza! Here’s my review.