Post GLP-1 weight regain lower with app or medically tailored meals, study finds

Research published in Obesity Science & Practice tracked outcomes for adults discontinuing the medications after weight loss.

Vera Castillo

Food is Medicine Writer

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A study published October 7 in Obesity Science & Practice found participants receiving either a digital weight management app or medically tailored meals regained significantly less weight over four months than those receiving usual care after stopping GLP-1 medications. ^[1] The study evaluated 39 adults who stopped GLP-1 medications after losing >10% body weight. ^[2] Denise Pate, MD, stated obesity management requires combined medication, nutritional, and behavioral support. ^[3] A major study published in The Lancet found that semaglutide reduced the risk of heart attacks, strokes, and cardiovascular death among people with existing cardiovascular disease and overweight or obesity. ^[4]

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A study published on October 7 in Obesity Science & Practice found that participants receiving either a digital weight management app or medically tailored meals regained significantly less weight over four months than those receiving usual care after stopping GLP-1 medications. · Healthline Media
A study published 2024-10-07 in Obesity Science & Practice evaluated 39 adults who stopped GLP-1 medications after losing >10% body weight. · Healthline Media
Denise Pate, MD, stated obesity management requires combined medication, nutritional, and behavioral support. · Healthline Media
A major study published in The Lancet found that semaglutide reduced the risk of heart attacks, strokes, and cardiovascular death among people with existing cardiovascular disease and overweight or obesity. · Fox NewsUnited States

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