NIH study finds gastric bypass surgery and new weight loss drugs double weight loss plateau time compared to calorie deficit diets.

A recent study from the National Institutes of Health found that gastric bypass surgery and new weight loss drugs like Wegovy and Zepbound can double the time it takes to hit a weight loss plateau compared to calorie deficit diets. This is due to stronger appetite growth as people lose more weight, which can counteract their efforts. The study, led by researcher Kevin Hall, used data from high-quality clinical trials to understand and model weight loss plateaus.

April 22, 2024
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