A WOMAN who has lost almost four stone on Mounjaro has admitted there are more than a few downsides.
Sara-Jane has been on the weight loss jabs for the past six months, and has already managed to shed over three stone.
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She’s been sharing her journey on her social media pages, but in a new video on TikTok, she bemoaned the side effects of the GLP-1 injections – including one nobody talks about.
“The things that Mounjaro has absolutely ruined for me,” she began.
“Much to my disgust, I’m back on the male radar again.
“Don’t hold a door for me, don’t smile at me, don’t even breathe in my direction.”
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Sara-Jane insisted she “didn’t lose this all to become visible again to your breed”.
“I will gain it all back out of spite just to sumo roll you into traffic!” she raged.
“Leave me alone.”
She also revealed she’s been having a “clothing identity crisis” since losing weight, and has been sticking to leggings and T-shirts.
And when it comes to exercising, there’s nothing Sara-Jane hates more than being asked to join group classes.
“I will do weights alone in my bedroom. Matching yoga mats and a yummy mummy club every Wednesday is just never going to be for me!” she insisted.
While she used to be able to avoid theme park rides due to her size, Sara-Jane now has no excuse to join her kids on rollercoasters.
And the last thing on her list is that people now say their”most wild comments about you to your face”.
“Sorry Sue, I didn’t actually ask about the lady in Take a Break magazine who jabbed herself in the toe and then had multiple organ failure.
“Adding ‘I’m sure you’ll be fine though’ doesn’t make you any less of a w**ker.
“But you carry on with the diet club my love and keep losing and gaining that same five pounds you’ve been losing and gaining for the last 10 years.”
Concluding, Sara-Jane said: “I wouldn’t go as far as to say it’s ruined my entire life but I am having to develop some new coping skills to deal with all this.”
What to do if you lose too much weight too quickly whilst on Mounjaro
IF you’re losing too much weight too quickly while on Mounjaro, it’s important to take action to avoid potential health risks like muscle loss, malnutrition, dehydration, and fatigue. Here’s what you can do:
Evaluate Your Caloric Intake
Mounjaro reduces appetite, which can make it easy to eat too little. If you’re losing weight too fast (more than two to three lbs per week after the initial adjustment period), try:
- Tracking your food intake to ensure you’re eating enough calories (apps like MyFitnessPal can help).
- Increasing protein intake to preserve muscle mass (aim for 0.6–1g per pound of body weight).
- Adding healthy fats and complex carbs (e.g., avocados, nuts, whole grains) for balanced energy.
Adjust Your Dosage (With Doctor’s Approval)
If your weight loss is too rapid or causing side effects, your doctor may:
- Pause dose increases or lower your dosage.
- Adjust your treatment plan to stabilise your weight loss.
Strength Training & Exercise
To prevent muscle loss:
- Incorporate resistance training at least two to three times per week.
- Stay active with low-impact exercises like walking or yoga.
Hydrate & Manage Electrolytes
- Drink enough water (Mounjaro can reduce thirst).
- Electrolytes matter – Consider adding magnesium, sodium, and potassium if you feel weak or fatigued.
Monitor for Malnutrition & Deficiencies
Rapid weight loss can cause vitamin/mineral deficiencies (especially B12, iron, and electrolytes). If you experience:
- Fatigue, hair loss, or dizziness, ask your doctor about supplements.
Consider Further Medical Guidance
If your weight loss is excessive or causing health concerns, speak with your healthcare provider.
They might adjust your dosage, diet, or exercise plan to help stabilise your weight loss.
In the comments section, others on the injections admitted they’d also noticed the same side effects – particularly what Sara-Jane had said about the attention she now gets from men.
“Yes I’ve noticed I’ve suddenly become visible to men this past week or so!” one wrote.
“The man thing!!! 100%,” another added.
“Legit had a comment from a customer at work say ‘You’re fit now you’ve lost weight – want to go for food?
“Like wtf!”
While someone else wrote: “I’ve never been on the male radar, I hope it doesn’t start since I’m on this.
“I’m scared now lol!”
