Constant Hunger, Every 5 Minutes! GLP-1 Changed Patricia’s Life. DOWNSIZED DISH

In this episode of The Downsized Dish, Laraine sits down with Patricia, a 52-year-old mom from Texas whose story is unlike any we’ve heard. After developing constant hunger every five minutes from a vagus nerve stimulator implant used to control her epilepsy, Patricia struggled to keep weight off — until she started a GLP-1 medication. Patricia opens up about what it felt like to live with nonstop food noise, her first experience with tirzepatide, and how she’s lost 33 pounds while finally feeling in control of her hunger. From doing 75 Hard to discovering the power of small, sustainable changes — this is a real, honest conversation about what it’s like to find balance, confidence, and health on GLP-1 therapy. 🎙️ In This Episode: Living with a vagus nerve stimulator and constant hunger Why 75 Hard didn’t work long-term Starting on a compounded GLP-1 and splitting doses How Patricia manages side effects, hydration, and IBS The day her food noise finally went quiet Losing 33 pounds — and keeping it off 👉 If you’re using or thinking about using GLP-1 medications like Zepbound, Mounjaro, Wegovy, or Ozempic, this conversation will remind you: every patient’s adventure is unique. GLP-1 FOCUSED PRODUCTS AND SERVICES WE USE Get your Hume BodyPod today and use our exclusive Downsized code for an extra 20% off on top of the sitewide sale—up to 50% total savings! 👉 https://humehealth.com//discount/THED... Me Again Iphone GLP-1 App: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/meagain... Start your weight loss journey today! We use Mochi Health: https://joinmochi.com/. Use Laraine’s code for $40 off: QIYGO8. AMAZON GLP-1 Companion Product Store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/downsized As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Laraine uses Rodan + Fields skin care. Save 25% on your 1st order now through 9/30/25 here: https://downsized.myrandf.com/ Laraine uses Mag07 for constipation. Use her link to buy direct here: https://tidd.ly/41ewCLT Rsvp For A Free Meetup: Https://Thedownsized.Org/Meet-Ups/ Downsized Website: Https://Thedownsized.Org/ Book The Downsized At Sea Cruise 2026: Https://Thedownsized.Org/Downsized-At... FOR SPONSORSHIPS, BRAND DEALS & COLLABS: https://thedownsized.org/contact/ This video is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. GLP-1 medications such as semaglutide (Wegovy, Ozempic) and tirzepatide (Mounjaro, Zepbound) can cause serious side effects, including thyroid tumor risk, pancreatitis, gallbladder problems, and kidney issues, as well as common effects like nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. We have no financial or advertising relationship with Eli Lilly or Novo Nordisk. Always talk to your healthcare provider for full safety information.