Mum's Mounjaro Miracle - 13-Stone Weight Loss in a Year
A Remarkable Transformation
Emilly Murray, a 35-year-old mother of three, has undergone an incredible transformation after losing 13 stone with the help of Mounjaro weight loss jabs. At her heaviest, she weighed 22 stone and 1.5lbs, struggling to fit into a size 30. Her journey began when her father, Paul Murray, bought her what she called "the best Christmas present ever" in December 2024.
Struggles with Weight and Binge Eating
Emilly's battle with weight started from a young age. She was often teased as a child, earning the nickname "the whale." Despite various attempts at diets and weight loss techniques, she found it difficult to maintain any progress. She would often restrict her food intake only to binge on weekends, using food as a comfort during emotional times.
She consumed around 5,000 calories a day, indulging in Chinese takeaways, pizza, chocolates, and Haribos. Despite her efforts, she always ended up regaining the weight.
The Catalyst for Change
In December 2024, Emilly's father asked her what she wanted for Christmas. She requested Mounjaro, a weight loss jab that had caught her attention through online transformations. He sent her £105 so she could order her first dose online, and she started the treatment just before New Year's Eve, weighing 16 stone and a size 24.
The results were immediate. Emilly described the experience as if a switch had been flicked in her head. She no longer felt the constant urge to eat and found herself with more mental space for other things. Although she experienced some side effects like constipation and diarrhoea, she managed them by adjusting her diet.
Health and Lifestyle Improvements
Since starting the jabs, Emilly has lost almost 13 stone, dropping to 9 stone and 2lbs. She now feels fitter, healthier, and more confident. She can play with her children - Esme, 12, Ellie, six, and Joseph, four - more easily and enjoys activities like going down slides in the play centre.
Emilly credits her father for the "best Christmas present ever," which has changed not just her life but her whole family's. She used to spend around £1,500 a year on the jabs, but she believes it's less than what she previously spent on snacks, takeaways, and food on-the-go.
Dietary Changes
Emilly's diet has also undergone a significant transformation. Before starting the jabs, her meals included:
- Breakfast - nothing
- Lunch - sandwich, crisps
- Dinner - takeaways, freezer food
- Snacks - sweets, crisps, chocolate
- Drinks - fizzy drinks
Now, her diet consists of:
- Breakfast - protein shake and protein coffee
- Lunch - chicken thighs, tuna bagels
- Dinner - normal meals, like curry, chicken, fried rice, healthy burrito bowls
- Snacks - fruit, cheese, meat
- Drinks - 2-3l sugar free juice
Looking Ahead
This December marks a year since Emilly took the plunge and started the jabs. She now weighs just 9 stone and 2lbs, having lost around 13 stone. She is preparing to reduce the doses and eventually come off the jabs as she enters a maintenance stage. She is also planning for excess skin removal surgery in May in Lithuania, which will cost around £12k.
Emilly's journey is a testament to the power of determination, support, and the right tools. Her story continues to inspire others who are looking to make positive changes in their lives.
