New data on weight loss injections: weight returns four times faster after stopping.

According to ТСН: Popular weight loss methods can be effective and bring noticeable results. However, a new study published in the British Medical Journal reveals a worrying trend: after discontinuing injections, patients gain weight at a rate that is four times higher than the results of regular diets.

The phenomenon of the 'hunger switch'

Researchers from Oxford University found that after completing a course of injections, people on average gain 0.8 kg per month. At this pace, patients return to their starting weight in just a year and a half.

In comparison, those who lose weight based on traditional diets and exercise regain only 0.1 kg a month after the restrictions end.

Nutrition expert Adam Collins from the University of Surrey explains this by biological changes in the body. According to him, the drugs mimic the hormone GLP-1, which is responsible for the feeling of fullness. When this hormone is introduced into the body in large quantities, natural production of GLP-1 decreases, or the body loses sensitivity to it.

As soon as the injections stop, appetite becomes uncontrollable. Patients describe this as an 'instant switch of hunger.'

‘It was like something clicked in my mind: 'Eat everything, you deserve it,' one patient describes her experience after stopping the medication.

Who is at risk

According to medical data, by 2025, demand for GLP-1 drugs (the study mentions Wegovy and Mounjaro) will increase. In the UK alone, over 3.3 million people have tried or plan to try them.

Statistics show that women use 'weight loss injections' twice as often as men. The most active audience is people aged 40 to 50.

Tips from doctors for those planning treatment

Do not rely solely on injections. Without changes in eating habits and physical activity, relapse is inevitable.

Medical supervision is mandatory! Abrupt discontinuation of the drug can lead to a severe shock to the metabolism.

The National Health Service (NHS) reminds that these drugs are intended for people with medical issues (obesity, risk of cardiovascular diseases), not for cosmetic weight loss of a few kilos.

This article is for informational and educational purposes only and is not medical advice, a diagnosis, or a treatment plan. Any provided information is not a substitute for professional medical consultation with a physician or qualified health professional. Before applying any recommendations, methods, or changes in diet or treatment, be sure to consult your doctor.

It is also important to note that there are specific habits that can affect metabolism and hunger hormones. Some of these may subtly hinder achieving desired results in the weight loss process.

Therefore, the research points to serious risks associated with the use of weight loss injections and emphasizes the importance of a conscious approach to changes in diet and physical activity. Medical support and personal effort remain critical for maintaining achieved results in the fight against excess weight.