Mother says Mounjaro weight loss left her unhappy, citing excess skin and body-image struggles
After losing six stone with the drug, a Welsh woman says she feels worse about her body and misses her former size 22
A mother in Wales who lost six stone (84 pounds, 38 kilograms) after nearly a year of using the weight-loss drug Mounjaro said the change has left her feeling more unhappy with her body than before, blaming excess skin and a mismatch between her appearance and how she feels.
Lucy Davies, who says she dropped from a U.K. size 22 to a size 12, recounted in a TikTok video that a family day out to Legoland for her son’s birthday left her feeling “disgusting” and ruined the celebration. She said she chose high‑waisted shorts, a vest top and a shirt, but after removing the shirt because of the heat she felt overwhelmed by self‑consciousness.
"I've never felt so disgusting in all my life," Davies said in the video. "I felt comfortable six stone heavier than what I did yesterday… I've lost a lot of weight but I'm not happy." She told followers she plans to begin weight training to try to tone her body after doing a lot of walking to stay active during her weight‑loss journey.
Davies said she does not regret taking Mounjaro but that the physical result has left her struggling with how she looks unclothed. She described excess, loose skin and said the change in body composition contributed to unexpected feelings of discomfort and dissatisfaction.
Commenters on the clip offered support and described similar experiences. One wrote that losing weight exposed varicose veins that had previously been hidden, while others described feeling "wobbly" or that their minds had not caught up with their new bodies even after large weight losses. "No one talks about the body dysmorphia after weight loss," one viewer commented.
Davies has also posted about the practical changes she made while using the medication, saying she still eats out but maintains a calorie deficit to continue losing weight. She shared examples of meals she said fit her approach, including fish with potatoes, kebabs, sweet potato fries and grilled meats. She told followers she stopped eating white bread after finding it led to severe bloating and recommended avoiding fizzy drinks, which she said triggered indigestion while on the drug. For nausea and stomach issues she advised peppermint and emphasized drinking more water — saying she aims for about three liters a day rather than the commonly cited two liters.
Healthcare professionals and patient advocates have warned that rapid or significant weight loss can lead to excess skin and changes in body image for some people, and that psychological support and tailored exercise programs are often advisable components of weight‑loss care. Davies’ account reflects those concerns and highlights the personal adjustment some patients report after substantial weight reduction.
Mounjaro, a prescription medication that has been used for treatment of obesity and diabetes, has been prescribed to an increasing number of patients seeking pharmacological support for weight loss. Reports from users have described both medical and psychosocial effects, and clinicians generally advise monitoring by healthcare providers for side effects and support with diet, exercise and mental health as needed.
Davies said she remains committed to continuing her journey but acknowledged the emotional toll. "As much as I hate the gym, I think it's actually time to get in the gym because I really felt like crap all day yesterday and I don't want to continue feeling like that," she told followers, adding that she still values being able to enjoy food while maintaining a calorie deficit.
Her posts have sparked broader conversation online about the emotional aftermath of weight loss, the visibility of bodily changes such as loose skin and varicose veins, and the need for realistic expectations and holistic care when people use medications to lose weight.