Three Weeks of Balance and Burn: My Honest Take
Y’all know I don’t believe in filters or perfectly curated social media carousels. So, as promised, here’s my completely honest assessment of my first three weeks on this GLP-1 supplement.
Why I Chose Balance and Burn
I decided to try Balance and Burn because I’m not comfortable with injectables, synthetics, or anything that doesn’t get to the root of what’s going on in the body.
This supplement isn’t meant to be taken forever—it’s designed to remind your body how it’s supposed to work. That philosophy aligned with me, so I was willing to give it a try.
Let’s Talk Taste (Because Everyone Asks)
From Day 1, I haven’t loved the taste of the Balance stick.
It’s not awful—but it’s also not as amazing (to me) as some people say. Then again, I didn’t like Pixy Stix as a kid either, so take that for what it’s worth.
That said, I’m not using taste as an excuse not to try something that could be beneficial.
Complete Honesty Corner 🚨
Some days, I have asparagus-pee smell.
It doesn’t bother me—I know it’s my body breaking things down and flushing them naturally—but in the interest of full transparency, I’m putting it all out there.
Digestion, Energy, and Creativity
- My digestion? Fantastic.
- My energy and productivity? Amazing.
- The creative thoughts? Not only showing up—but I’m actually following through on them.
That part has been especially noticeable and really encouraging.
How I Adjusted the Instructions
Confession: I did not follow the standard instructions exactly.
I was feeling nauseous at first, and while I’m a firstborn rule follower by nature, I’ve also had years of practice listening to my body—so I did that here too.
Here’s what worked best for me:
- Antioxidants before the Balance stick
- Took the packet with food at lunch
- After about 10 days, I no longer needed the capsules with food
- I still eat protein about 20 minutes later
That schedule works for me. Feel free to adjust your own routine and listen to your body, too.
Sleep (This One’s Big)
My sleep has been fantastic.
No more waking up at 3 a.m. with a cortisol dump and a million unhelpful thoughts running through my head. That alone feels like a huge win.
Food Noise (Or Lack Thereof)
I’ve never really had food noise, even before this supplement. Apparently, that’s not the norm?
When I mentioned it to a friend, she said, “I thought everyone had food thoughts running through their head.” So maybe I’m the minority here.
What I did notice, though, is this:
When I’m under stress, I’m terrible about eating enough—or eating at decent times. I was recently in charge of an event that usually has me forgetting to eat or grabbing a few random bites of whatever’s nearby.
This time?
My body actually reminded me to eat—and specifically asked for protein.
My body actually reminded me to eat—and specifically asked for protein.
I call that a win.
Inflammation & Real-Life Testing
I can’t say much about inflammation specifically, but I can say I’ve shoveled snow and ice multiple days in a row without issue. I’ll take that as a positive sign.
The Scale vs. Reality
The scale hasn’t changed.
(In fact, I have a pretty funny story about buying a new scale because the one we’ve had is at least 25 years old.)
But here’s what has changed:
- Clothes are looser
- Rings fit better
- Measurements show several inches lost
I was already feeling pretty darn good—and that part feels like the icing on the cake.
Three weeks in, the biggest wins for me are energy, sleep, digestion, and how my body is responding—not just what the scale says.
What’s Next
I’ll be back with a monthly update, so stay tuned. As always, I’ll keep it real. 💛
When you want more info or to get your own Balance and Burn, you can find it here.
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I love a simple recipe that also makes a healthy swap for our family. If you have concerns about some of the ingredients in packaged taco seasoning, want a way to save money, or both ... here's a solution for you!
4T chili powder
4 tsp cumin
4 tsp smoked paprika
4 tsp garlic powder
4 tsp onion powder
4 tsp oregano
2 tsp salt
2 tsp black pepper
1 tsp red pepper flakes (optional, if you like additional heat)
Combine all ingredients, shake well, and store in an airtight container up to 6 months. Use 2T of seasoning per 1 pound of meat.
We love to use it for all kinds of things, but one of our favorite is taco chili.
Enjoy!
Some of the links in this post are affiliate links. That means if you click through and make a purchase within a certain time frame, I may earn a small commission—paid by the retailer, not you. It’s one of the ways I support this little business of mine, and it allows me to keep writing, sharing, and chronicling life here at Ginnyhoo. As always, I only recommend things I truly use, love, or would happily tell a friend about across the kitchen table.
