Manage your Weight Loss

This “before” picture was my wake-up call! Hiding behind loose clothes and oversized jackets had to end! I had worked so hard to lose 10 pounds before this trip and thought it had made a bigger difference. While on the trip, I simply felt miserable. My knees were killing me, and you can even see the inflammation in my face.

When I thought about how long it had taken me to lose those 10 pounds through diet and exercise, I felt discouraged and found myself in tears. I was also dealing with other health issues that made losing weight and reducing inflammation even more difficult.

I have always battled with PCOS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome) it is a condition that causes hormonal fluctuations and can lead to insulin resistance, which may create additional health issues such as thyroid problems and more. This is something I inherited and in turn, my daughter has inherited it as well. (See her story below.) It’s important to note that my daughter and I are not medical professionals. The following is simply an account of our personal weight-loss journey.

My whole life I was thin and didn't think much of my weight until my mid 40's. Most PCOS people struggle with weight from the beginning, but not me, the weight I gained is what I would consider normal for my age at the time. I started doing weddings in my mid 40's and that is when I noticed a difference in the way I was gaining weight. As the stress and busy schedule increased so did my clothing size. I was so physically active with wedding and floral installations that I thought it counted as exercise. In a way it did but the stress of the event business was not doing me any favors. Over time I put on 50 pounds. I went on elimination diets that helped with inflammation but didn't lose much weight. I did the yoyo dieting like most people do. It was after this trip at 64 years old that I needed some help.

I was scared and skeptical about the GLP-1 meds and simply didn't want to go down that road. There are always nay sayers on nearly every topic known to man, and I found all of them when I was doing my research on these peptides.

Fortunately for me, my daughter had been educating herself on the effects of the GLP_1 peptides and she had started losing weight and feeling great. I was still skeptical and held off until I felt good about the whole thing. I think sometimes we are brought to our knees before we can make an informed decision. This was true for me. After putting in the correct research, I found that these peptides are showing all kinds of results on reducing inflammation. and some possible tissue repair. This alone gave me hope.

I started on a micro dose of Tirzepatide in April of 2025. I wanted to start slow so I could be sure that I could tolerate it. I was a fast responder and lost 6 pounds in the first week.

I was in amazement. I started feeling better and better week by week. I have been asked many times if I got sick on this peptide and the answer is slightly but it subsides. This is different for everyone... I was on such a low dose and I had already reduced my sugar and wheat intake years earlier so I think that made it easier on me. My experience has been truly life changing and I would do it all over again. I lost 45 pounds in 4 1/2 months. This photo of my after results is when I hit my goal of 45 pounds down. I am maintaining with a micro dose and couldn't be happier with the results!

Let me introduce you to my daughter:

Karli and I worked together for many years in the wedding and event business. She is an incredible artist and does all of our Calligraphy for wedding signage. After having all 4 of her babies, she struggled to get the extra weight off due to PCOS and insulin resistance. See her story below...

Hi, I’m Karli. I started using a GLP-1 medication in March of 2023, and it truly changed my life. I wasn’t sure if it was going to work for me, but I’m so happy to say that it did! I lost 55 pounds in just 5 months.

It has been an incredible life change, and I’m forever grateful. I feel so much better, and my energy is through the roof. I used to dread shopping for clothes and would cringe whenever someone wanted to take my photo. All of those negative feelings are gone, and I finally feel like my true self again.

I’m also very impressed with EllieMD and the quality of service they provide. If you’re thinking about taking this life-changing step, I’m cheering you on!

As a mom, I am so proud of Karli and all she has accomplished! Besides the obvious visible difference, I can see a huge confidence and happiness boost in her everyday life! We have been so inspired by her results that my husband (Karli's dad) started on Semaglutide and is 25 pounds down, and his A1C is down too!

If you are at all interested in Semaglutide or Tirzepatide, you can read more about them HERE in greater detail. We were thrilled when we discovered EllieMD—the process became much easier and more private.They work with highly qualified doctors, and every prescription is customized specifically for you. Their focus on quality and purity means each product goes through a triple-purification process.

Once you visit the EllieMD website, you may notice a section called “Brand Partners.” Please don’t let that confuse you. EllieMD is a legitimate medical-based company with qualified doctors and professionals behind the program.

After I lost weight, people constantly began asking me how I did it. EllieMD offers an optional referral program that allows individuals to share their experience and earn a commission if someone chooses to join through their referral. At first, I had no interest in that side of things. However, I eventually realized that I was already referring people who were curious about my results.

The referral opportunity is simply an added benefit EllieMD provides. Participation in that program is completely optional, and you do not need to be involved in the affiliate side to benefit from their services.

I hope this helps clarify things.

Once you are in the Ellie MD website, you pick the category you are interested in (ie; Weight management, B-12 Shots, etc.) Then you click the "Get Started" button, fill out the form, after your application is reviewed by the doctor and you are approved for a prescription... It will be sent to your doorstep!

Ellie MD's pricing is so much better than most. People have been paying ridiculous amounts of money for their prescriptions through their doctor or other sources. I certainly don't want this to seem salesy... but we just want help you, by referring you to a quality source and one that is more affordable. Hopefully you can reach your weight-loss goals for your wedding or event with out

breaking the bank.

By the way, when you get on the, website... start with the "Explore" tab, then "Get Started" buttons. Scroll through the products and see all that they offer. By the way... the GLP-1 / Gip B-12 is the Trizep.

If you have any questions, feel free to email me in the Contact page tab. This process is very professional and private. However you are welcome to reach out any time. (diyrefinedd@gmail.com)