"i have been using junel 1/20 for almost 3 years now. the only positives i have experienced are no cramping and stabilized moods. my period consists of 2 weeks of spotting which i find incredibly annoying, i would rather have 1 week of a regular period. the worst side effect for me has been weight gain and the inability to lose weight. over 3 years i have gained 20-25 lbs. i am unable to lose it despite having consistently worked out for 4-5 days a week with a personal trainer. i have completely changed my eating habits (cut out pop, fast food, and cut back on sugar and alcohol). i kept thinking it was my fault but after being committed to weight loss for 2 years  and seeing no results, i blame this pill."