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
The world of MC4r has been quiet lately, but there was something I wanted to talk about a few weeks ago so; off the back of my last post, I want to continue the discussion on whether it’s okay to … Continue reading Insecurities come in all shapes and sizes, let’s talk
I love dedicating this blog to obesity genes, but every now and then I enjoy a little bit of controversy. Earlier this week Kim Kardashian arrived at the Met Gala in the same dress that Marilyn Monroe wore to President … Continue reading Kim K Controversy: Your Body Your Business
First I’ll start with an apology for being MIA; I’ve had the worst spell of migraine attacks. Unfortunately when I have an attack they can last anywhere between a few days to two weeks and I’ve been down for about … Continue reading Rhythm Pharmaceuticals modify design of ongoing MC4r treatment following FDA feedback
Before I write most blog posts, I research like a crazy person. My blog is all about MC4r and sometimes other weight-related genetic disorders. It’s about awareness, it’s about breaking down the stigma around obesity, and essentially you can’t judge … Continue reading GNAS mutations can cause obesity in children due to their affect on MC4r
So far, 2022 is not my year. I’ve had to take some time for myself but often think of my blog. While, I’m composed I thought I’d sit and write. In my last post I mentioned I’d had COVID which … Continue reading Dealing with grief and emotional eating
So firstly, apologies for my absence. Just before Christmas I ended up catching COVID, I didn’t really tell anyone about it except the people I had to. I didn’t really want to make a big song and dance about it. … Continue reading Happy New Year: Find what works for you and stick with it
Every now and then I like to steer away from MC4r and talk about mental health. A persons weight can have a massive impact on their mental health, and it’s reflected in almost everything we see. Recently I found myself … Continue reading Mental Health: Learning from negative emotions
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