‘I lost four stone in a year, but people say I’m lazy’

Kent: Emma Lasenby, a 36-year-old mum, lost four stone in a year. She struggled with her weight and felt lazy for not exercising. Emma often made excuses to avoid going out or seeing friends. She found it hard to keep up with her kids, aged four and eight, when she weighed over 14 stone.

A photo from her brother’s wedding made her realize she needed to change. Emma started researching weight loss jabs and lost over four stone in less than a year. She feels judged for her choice, as some people think using medication is lazy.

Emma explains that weight loss medication is just a tool. It helps reset habits and change unhealthy relationships with food. She had been selective about who she told, fearing judgment from others.

Before starting her weight loss journey, Emma felt uncomfortable in her clothes. She was shocked by how she looked in the wedding photo. She wanted to feel confident for her upcoming holiday and as a bridesmaid.

Emma had tried many diets and exercise programs before, but they only worked short-term. After having her second child, losing weight became harder. At her heaviest, she felt unconfident and hid her body with certain clothes.

She often felt tired and lacked energy to keep up with her kids. Emma tried various diets, but food was always on her mind. She would grab whatever was available without thinking about nutrition.

Frustrated with her failures, Emma discovered Mounjaro, a self-injectable medication. It’s mainly for type 2 diabetes but also helps with weight loss. She accessed it through Juniper after discussing her plan with a prescriber.

Now, Emma weighs 10 stone and has dropped from a UK dress size 18 to 12. She understands how to balance her nutrition and focuses on protein. She uses protein shakes and keeps her meals simple and balanced.

For dinner, she uses a subscription service for new recipes. Emma integrates exercise into her daily life, like playing with her kids and taking stairs. She’s on a maintenance dose of Mounjaro and feels more energized.

Emma aims to find a weight where she feels happy, not just the smallest size. She hopes her story encourages others to consider weight loss medication, but stresses the importance of research first.

She says people call her lazy for not choosing a natural approach. Emma believes it’s essential to change habits for lasting weight loss. After learning about weight loss medication, she decided to give it a try.

Now, she doesn’t worry about others’ opinions. What matters is her acceptance of herself, which has been a significant change for her.