I was on fat jabs for 2 years & dropped over 8 stone – people said I would regret it & now trolls say I look ‘too thin’
A MOTHER has revealed that she lost over eight stone after using fat jabs for two years.
Bridget claimed that everyone said she would regret using the weight loss injections, but now, her only guilt is not starting sooner.
The mother, who is from the US, took to social media to show off her jaw-dropping weight loss, but experts and NHS medics warn about the dangers of taking such medications without a prescription.
Posting online, Bridget explained that she started her weight loss journey back in 2022.
Standing at five-foot-three-inches, her starting weight was 17 stone 8 lbs.
But now, after taking Tirzepatide, which is sold under the name Mounjaro, Semaglutide and Ozempic, she is now down to just 9 stone 5 lbs.
There’s no surprise that Bridget is thrilled after having dropped 8 stone 3 lbs, but her shocking slim down has resulted in her being on the receiving end of a barrage of nasty abuse.
Not only have people called her ‘too thin’, but others claimed she now ‘looks older’ as a result of losing weight.
Mounjaro, regarded by some as the King Kong of weight loss jabs, could soon be rolled out on the NHS.
Sun GP Dr Zoe Williams claimed it can save the lives of people with “life-threatening levels of obesity”.
But despite this, the NHS website warns: “Never take an anti-obesity medicine if it has not been prescribed to you. These types of medicines may not be safe for you and can cause serious side effects.”
About half a million Brits use weight loss drugs – and the number is expected to double in the next year.
Mounjaro works by suppressing your appetite, making people feel fuller for longer.
The injections are licensed for patients with type 2 diabetes and to assist those who are clinically obese (with a Body Mass Index of 30 or over).
One jab is administered each week but the duration is dependent on someone’s weight.
The drugs can be lawfully supplied when prescribed by a practitioner – such as a doctor, nurse or a pharmacist-independent prescriber.
But increasingly, people have been buying them through online pharmacies with insufficient checks.
Only recently, figures from the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency revealed fat jabs had been linked to 82 deaths across the UK.
And the family of a man from Burton upon Trent, Staffs, who died after taking Mounjaro, are now calling for a probe into the jab’s “potential to kill”.
Despite the dangers, this content creator eagerly praised the effects of the fat jabs on her body, leaving many totally stunned.
In the short clip, Bridget gave her 90,700 followers a close-up look at her glow up, as she shared a before and after look at her transformation.
At the start of the video, we saw Bridget wearing a black top and jeans, with her belly on show.
Bridget stood to the side to show off her body, prior to taking any weight loss medication.
Two years later, still no regrets. Only regret is not taking it sooner
Bridget
Seconds later, Bridget confidently posed in a skin-tight black lace dress and mimed along to the Chris Brown and Lil Wayne song ‘Look At Me Now’.
Alongside the clip, Bridget wrote: “Them: You’re going to regret taking Ozempic.”
The slimmed down woman then said: “Two years later, still no regrets.
“Only regret is not taking it sooner.”
Everything you need to know about fat jabs
Weight loss jabs are all the rage as studies and patient stories reveal they help people shed flab at almost unbelievable rates, as well as appearing to reduce the risk of serious diseases.
Wegovy – a modified version of type 2 diabetes drug Ozempic – and Mounjaro are the leading weight loss injections used in the UK.
Wegovy, real name semaglutide, has been used on the NHS for years while Mounjaro (tirzepatide) is a newer and more powerful addition to the market.
Mounjaro accounts for most private prescriptions for weight loss and is set to join Wegovy as an NHS staple this year.
How do they work?
The jabs work by suppressing your appetite, making you eat less so your body burns fat for energy instead and you lose weight.
They do this my mimicking a hormone called GLP-1, which signals to the brain when the stomach is full, so the drugs are officially called GLP-1 receptor agonists.
They slow down digestion and increase insulin production, lowering blood sugar, which is why they were first developed to treat type 2 diabetes in which patients’ sugar levels are too high.
Can I get them?
NHS prescriptions of weight loss drugs, mainly Wegovy and an older version called Saxenda (chemical name liraglutide), are controlled through specialist weight loss clinics.
Typically a patient will have to have a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or higher, classifying them as medically obese, and also have a weight-related health condition such as high blood pressure.
GPs generally do not prescribe the drugs for weight loss.
Private prescribers offer the jabs, most commonly Mounjaro, to anyone who is obese (BMI of 30+) or overweight (BMI 25-30) with a weight-related health risk.
Private pharmacies have been rapped for handing them out too easily and video calls or face-to-face appointments are now mandatory to check a patient is being truthful about their size and health.
Are there any risks?
Yes – side effects are common but most are relatively mild.
Around half of people taking the drug experience gut issues, including sickness, bloating, acid reflux, constipation and diarrhoea.
Dr Sarah Jarvis, GP and clinical consultant at patient.info, said: “One of the more uncommon side effects is severe acute pancreatitis, which is extremely painful and happens to one in 500 people.”
Other uncommon side effects include altered taste, kidney problems, allergic reactions, gallbladder problems and hypoglycemia.
Evidence has so far been inconclusive about whether the injections are damaging to patients’ mental health.
Figures obtained by The Sun show that, up to January 2025, 85 patient deaths in the UK were suspected to be linked to the medicines.
The content creator explained that she was on fat jabs for two years and it took her a year and three months of use before she saw results.
She revealed that she now feels as though she has “regained” her life back, but stressed that as well as using the fat jabs, she also focused on exercise and dieting too.
The mum confessed: “I was able to minimise my loose skin through strength training, a high-protein diet, slow and steady weight loss, taking collagen daily, and staying hydrated.”
Not only did she not suffer any side effects and have “zero problems” whilst using the injections, but she claimed that doing so was the “best decision” she has ever made.
She also shared an unbothered attitude towards haters, as she wrote: “I don’t care, I love it”.
Big divide
The TikTok clip, which was posted under the username @simplybridget12, has clearly left many open-mouthed, as it has quickly amassed 175,200 views, 5,984 likes and 273 comments.
But social media users were massively divided by Bridget’s weight loss – and many eagerly flocked to the comments to share their honest thoughts.
One person said: “You look amazing!!”
So you need meds to lose weight? I feel sorry for you, you don’t have the discipline to do it yourself
TikTok user
Another added: “You are gorgeous.”
A third commented: “You look fabulous!!”
However, at the same time, someone else snapped: “This is sad.. leave those to the people who are diabetic. Just go to the gym like everyone else to lose weight.”
The NHS 12-step plan to help you lose weight
FROM faddy diets to dodgy detoxes - most of us have heard it all before when it comes to weight loss.
But burning fat can be easy and mostly free.
In fact, the NHS has a whole load of medically-approved tips for weight loss and shedding body fat once and for all…
- Don’t skip breakfast
Skipping breakfast will not help you lose weight. You could miss out on essential nutrients and you may end up snacking more throughout the day because you feel hungry. - Eat regular meals
Eating at regular times during the day helps burn calories at a faster rate. It also reduces the temptation to snack on foods high in fat and sugar. - Eat plenty of fruit and veg
Fruit and veg are low in calories and fat, and high in fibre – 3 essential ingredients for successful weight loss. They also contain plenty of vitamins and minerals. - Get more active
Being active is key to losing weight and keeping it off. As well as providing lots of health benefits, exercise can help burn off the excess calories you cannot lose through diet alone. - Drink lots of water
People sometimes confuse thirst with hunger. You can end up consuming extra calories when a glass of water is really what you need. - Eat high fibre foods
Foods containing lots of fibre can help keep you feeling full, which is perfect for losing weight. Fibre is only found in food from plants, such as fruit and veg, oats, wholegrain bread, brown rice and pasta, and beans, peas and lentils. - Read food labels
Knowing how to read food labels can help you choose healthier options. Use the calorie information to work out how a particular food fits into your daily calorie allowance on the weight loss plan. - Use a smaller plate
Using smaller plates can help you eat smaller portions. By using smaller plates and bowls, you may be able to gradually get used to eating smaller portions without going hungry. It takes about 20 minutes for the stomach to tell the brain it’s full, so eat slowly and stop eating before you feel full. - Don’t ban foods
Do not ban any foods from your weight loss plan, especially the ones you like. Banning foods will only make you crave them more. There’s no reason you cannot enjoy the occasional treat as long as you stay within your daily calorie allowance. - Don’t stock junk food
To avoid temptation, do not stock junk food – such as chocolate, biscuits, crisps and sweet fizzy drinks – at home. Instead, opt for healthy snacks, such as fruit, unsalted rice cakes, oat cakes, unsalted or unsweetened popcorn, and fruit juice. - Cut down on alcohol
A standard glass of wine can contain as many calories as a piece of chocolate. Over time, drinking too much can easily contribute to weight gain. - Plan your meals
Try to plan your breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks for the week, making sure you stick to your calorie allowance. You may find it helpful to make a weekly shopping list.
A second chimed in: “You look older.”
Someone else wrote: “Too thin.”
Whilst another questioned: “So you need meds to lose weight? I feel sorry for you, you don’t have the discipline to do it yourself.”
But clapping back at the comment, Bridget simply replied: “No need to feel sorry for me, Andrea – no shame in my game.
“I would do this all over again.”
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