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Peptides and bloating
Just wondering how others are finding the peptides? First couple days from starting Retatrutide I seemed to have a hard and distended belly, which I felt a bit panicked about that, but the distended seems to have gone now. Only started Reta on Friday, then Klow on Sund night. I know it’s still early days, but wondering if anyone else has had a similar reaction or different. Still feeling bloated tho, and I imagine the supps and peptides will help that, but should I add something more specific to my routine to address this? I tried one main meal yesterday, at lunch instead of dinner time, (no brekky, not hungry, having the powered supps instead at this time) today I’m splitting the meal into two lunch and dinner, to reduce bloat. Fish/quinoa/salad both days. I do still snack tho, mostly fresh fruit, like papaya & hommus with veg. Should I not be snacking so much? Will see how the split goes today. How is everyone changing up their food intake?
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What this is rather than bloating is the slowing of the gastric emptying. That’s why now you need to eat less. It’s normal to feel off in the first few days a little nausea.
Reta and Klow
Whos started Reta and Klow and hows everyone feeling on the combo. I never mentioned it but I had a rough start on Reta for the first 2 days. 1st night no sleep 2nd night acute stomach pains and mud like diarrhoea. Then my joints cramped on and off for the next hour in bed at 2am. I actually didnt feel too bad the next morning and did my ride around Perth with friends. I started on the dose recommended. Im super sensitive to Reta and my next dose will be .001 of .3ml syringe. Jeff is aware. Im not stopping im just reducing and that's what this support is all about. Finding what suits us and moving forward. I actually feel really good. KLOW is a phenomenal peptide for reducing inflammation. Hope everyone is doing well. This group is fantastic.
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@Michelle Dempsey it’s a low dose already so could be coincidental. Give it a few more days and let me know.
KLOW Blend
This video details what is the KLOW blend, benefits, side effects and how to use it. https://youtu.be/PDegfi6hBr4?si=4y6HRXR00IzQaYL3
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@Carol Cole it’s potent stuff.
Phase 1 Protocol Summary
Phase 1: Metabolic Health Reset Objective: Improve insulin sensitivity, reduce visceral fat, and normalize glucose and lipid biomarkers. Methods: - Nutritionally: Prioritize low glycemic index foods and fibre-rich meals - Physically: Engage in daily walking, resistance training, and regular cardiovascular movement (especially low-intensity) - Lifestyle: Reduce snacking, practice time-restricted eating (e.g., 14:10 or 16:8), and establish consistent sleep routines - A combination of supplements and peptides to support and act as catalysts Expected Outcomes: - Reduced waist size and visceral organ fat - Improved fasting glucose, insulin, cholesterol and triglyceride levels - Better appetite control and energy - Optimise hormonal regulation Phase 1 Protocol: Metabolic Reset Daily Routine: - Wake with 15–20 minutes of outdoor light - Eat two to three low-glycemic, protein-rich meals per day - Avoid snacks and late-night eating - Walk after meals when possible - Include resistance training three times weekly - Prioritize sleep, aiming for 7.5–8 hours Weekly Routine: - At least 4 hours of Zone 2 cardio (brisk walking, cycling, swimming) - Monitor body measurements and food quality - Reflect on consistency and energy levels Diet and Lifestyle Framework Daily Eating Structure - Meals: 2–3 per day, based on hunger, not habit - Base each meal around:Protein (plant-based or lean animal)Fibre (vegetables, legumes)Healthy fats (olive oil, nuts, seeds)Low glycemic carbohydrates (sweet potato, quinoa, lentils) Avoid: - Refined sugar, ultra-processed snacks, white bread/pasta, processed seed oils - Excess alcohol - Eating 2–3 hours before bed Recommended Foods: - Vegetables: spinach, kale, arugula, broccoli, beetroot, zucchini - Proteins: lentils, chickpeas, wild fish, organic chicken, tofu, tempeh - Fats: avocado, walnuts, olive oil, flaxseed - Fruits (in moderation): berries, citrus, apples - Grains: quinoa, buckwheat, steel-cut oats
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@Mandy Cousins this protocol is what I would suggest starting on. This will correct your metabolic health and the weight will regulate.
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@Mandy Cousins hi. Thèse you can get from another website I set up called www.Peptidehealth.online
This weeks goals
Happy Sunday everyone from Beautiful Mollymook. Let me know what your plans are for this week health wise? Lots of you getting started on the phase 1.
This weeks goals
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@Michelle Rankin thanks for the update Michelle.
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@Erin Leahy yes I have créatine but didn’t want to bring it in here just yet because there is a lot already. It’s lowest on my needs list. But up to you if you want to continue. Dropping the protein powder frees up space to have other things like fruit and veggies for the fibre and microbiome. And yes that makes you feel less bloated. It’s about efficiency if supplements at the end of the day.
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