I think we live in a fantastic age of medicine, and it will only get better with time. I’m so pleased to see the amount of research that is being done into obesity and our genes. It makes me hopeful … Continue reading Study links genetic rearrangement to obesity
I hope all reading this had a very merry Christmas and are looking forward to the new year! I’ve been out of touch lately and I want to post more frequently in the new year. Hopefully with more positive news … Continue reading Scientists link second gene to appetite regulation in MC4r gene
Rhythm Pharmaceuticals has announced that IMCIVREE (setmelanotide) has been granted marketing authorisation in Great Britain for treatment of obesity and control of hunger in Bardet-Biedl Syndrome. Firstly this is great news! After the last post I made, I thought it … Continue reading Christmas has come early for MC4r patients with Bardet-Biedl Syndrome in the UK
Lately social media has been a keen topic of discussion in my life. The general consensus is that it’s a toxic environment and has a big impact on mental health. I wrote a blog post previously on detoxing your social … Continue reading The impact of social media on mental health
I originally wasn’t going to talk about this but I’ve mentioned intermitted fasting a few times now. I don’t like the idea of promoting a diet so I’m going to do my best to not sound like I am. Over … Continue reading My experience with intermittent fasting
This blog post containing language about periods and female contraceptives. If this type of language makes you feel uncomfortable this blog post is not your cup of tea and I recommend you try one of my other posts. Every 28 … Continue reading Are contraceptives stopping you from losing weight?
In my last post I said something in passing I’d like to talk more about. I’ve had an MC4r deficiency diagnosis for about eight years and in that time I’ve only met one other person who has heard of MC4r. … Continue reading Why more doctors need to know about MC4r
Last I posted it was with regards to my mental health, while an uphill battle I’m on the mend and seeing better days. I’ve wanted to get back to posting regularly and hope I can put my best foot forward … Continue reading Rhythm Pharmaceuticals has announced the publication of a children’s book “Gabe’s Story”
It’s going to be a short post today. Generally when I write it’s because I want to share a story, a personal experience or something positive. I hope to motive change or educate and raise awareness about obesity related disorders. … Continue reading It’s okay to not be okay
The weight loss community has to be one of the biggest in the world; and that fact alone is sad. Although it’s an incredibly supportive community, the fact there are so many who feel their bodies are not good enough … Continue reading We can all help reduce the stigma that surrounds obesity
The last we heard of Rhythm Pharmaceuticals they were modifying their drug treatment for weight loss following feedback from the FDA. This seemed quite the setback at the time. However, it appears they’ve been successful. Not just once, but twice. … Continue reading Rhythm Pharmaceuticals launches IMCIVREE for the treatment of obesity
The other week I started to write a post and part way through I lost myself, and stopped. I felt like I was just writing aimlessly and that’s not my style so in good conscious couldn’t publish it. I will … Continue reading Finding the diet that works for you and sticking with it
MC4r and ME 