Introduction

I’ve been working in the field of functional nutrition for many years. Through iThrive, I’ve supported thousands of people with their healing journeys. But despite all this knowledge, I found myself struggling with weight gain. Not because I didn’t know what to eat or how to cope with it, but because life became very heavy for a while.

People rarely see the emotional side of weight gain. They only see the number increasing on the scale. In my case, those extra kilos were connected to years of emotional stress, uncertainty, and situations that were mentally exhausting. When I finally acknowledged what was happening and understood how deeply stress was affecting my behaviour, I knew I needed proper support.

That is when I began researching peptides seriously. I did not want something that would harm my metabolism or cause dependency. I only wanted support that aligned with biology and long-term health. After understanding the science in detail, I decided to try Retatrutide peptide. With the right nutrition, routine, emotional work, and guidance, I lost 11 kgs in two months in a way that felt safe, steady, and manageable.

Why I Gained Weight

My weight gain didn’t happen suddenly. It happened slowly over almost three years. During this time, my daughter’s court case was going on, and it consumed a large part of my emotional and mental energy. I was also navigating personal challenges and a few organisational conflicts. Even though I was functioning externally, internally I felt tired and overwhelmed.

Food slowly became the easiest way to feel a little better. Ordering something comforting at the end of the day became normal. Snacking during meetings felt harmless and social meals became more frequent.

It wasn’t mindless eating, it was stress-driven eating. My body was looking for something that felt grounding or soothing, and food filled that gap temporarily.

Even though I knew why this was happening, I didn’t have the emotional space to reverse it at that time. I wasn’t overeating because I didn’t understand nutrition; I was eating because I was coping with difficult situations. Over time, this added up as weight gain.

How Peptides Entered My Life

When things finally settled a little and I had space to reflect, I realised that my eating patterns had turned into a deeply conditioned cycle. I wasn’t eating because I was hungry. I was eating because my brain was wired that way after months of emotional strain.

I needed something that would help silence the food noise and help me regain control without feeling like I was fighting myself. This is when peptides came into the picture. Before making a decision, I spent weeks studying them. I compared different advanced peptides like Mounjaro, Tirzepatide, and Retatrutide. I went through molecular pathways, clinical outcomes, long-term studies, and safety data.

Retatrutide stood out because it worked on three pathways at once:

• GLP-1: reduces appetite and slows stomach emptying
• GIP: improves insulin response and blood sugar control
• Glucagon: increases energy expenditure
  

How Retatrutide Works

1. Appetite Reduction

Retatrutide helped me feel full faster and stay full longer. I wasn’t thinking about food constantly, and the cravings reduced naturally.

2. Blood Sugar Stability

Because my blood sugar was stable, I wasn’t experiencing sudden dips that usually trigger emotional eating or binge patterns. This alone made a huge difference in my day.

3. Increased Fat Burning

Retatrutide also supported my metabolism. I didn’t feel sluggish. My body was burning stored fat more efficiently, even on days when I wasn’t able to move as much.

My Step-by-Step Journey

Starting Peptide Therapy

I started Retatrutide on 30th August 2025. I didn’t expect it to solve everything on its own. I was clear that peptides were just one part of the plan. The real transformation needed nutrition, movement, hydration, routine, and emotional work.

Nutrition

People on peptides often end up eating very little because their appetite drops sharply, but that’s also where unintentional muscle loss begins. I didn’t want that to happen, so I followed a structure that felt practical and sustainable for me. I made sure to start my day with three eggs for breakfast, had a protein shake mid-morning, and ate around 200-250 grams of animal protein with a salad for lunch. Along with this, I took my essential vitamins and minerals every day. This routine helped me keep my protein intake steady, maintain muscle, and support my overall metabolic health throughout the peptide journey.

Movement

I did strength training three times a week, and this one habit made the biggest difference. When you’re on peptides, your appetite drops and you naturally eat less, which can put you at risk of losing muscle along with fat. Strength training protects you from that. It tells your body to hold on to muscle even when you’re in a calorie deficit. It also improves insulin sensitivity, supports metabolism, and keeps your body looking toned instead of weak or depleted. Because of this, even while my weight was going down, my muscle percentage actually increased. That’s why pairing peptides with resistance training is essential—it helps you lose the right kind of weight and stay strong through the process.

Hydration

When you’re on peptides, your appetite naturally goes down, but what many people don’t realise is that your thirst also reduces. This means you may not feel like drinking water even when your body actually needs it. I noticed this early on, so I made a conscious effort to drink water throughout the day. Proper hydration supports digestion, energy, skin health, and overall recovery, and it also helps your body handle the changes that come with weight loss. Even if you don’t feel thirsty, drinking enough water is essential when you’re on peptides.

Emotional Healing

As the weight came off, I noticed old emotions resurfacing. That period of trauma, helplessness, and conflict came back to my awareness. This time, I gave myself the time to process it. Without working on the emotional root, I knew weight gain could come back.

Healing my emotions made my relationship with food more balanced and peaceful.

Daily Routine

My mornings were slow and structured. Meditation, red light therapy, molecular hydrogen, grounding, and sunlight exposure helped stabilise my nervous system and supported hormone balance.

In the evenings, I reduced screen exposure and prioritised sleep. Sleeping by 9:30 PM helped my recovery, hunger hormones, and overall energy. This routine supported my physical and emotional healing equally.

The Results

After two months of being on peptides, I started seeing noticeable changes in my body. My weight came down steadily, my muscle percentage increased, and both body fat and visceral fat reduced in a healthy way. Even my body age improved, which reassured me that my approach was supporting my metabolism instead of harming it. These results showed me that I was moving in the right direction. I’m happy with the progress so far, but I still have a final goal to reach, and I’m continuing the journey with the same steady, balanced approach.

Conclusion

This journey taught me that weight loss is not just about food or willpower. It is deeply connected to emotions, stress, biology, sleep, and routine. Peptides did not replace my lifestyle. They simply removed the internal resistance and made it easier to follow the habits that I already knew were right for my body.

When used with proper guidance, peptides can be a safe and effective tool for people who feel stuck despite trying everything to lose weight. If you want to explore this approach, you can book a free consultation with us and understand what will work best for your body.