People who stop weight loss drugs return to original weight within year, analysis finds
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Study: People Regain Weight After Stopping Weight-Loss Jabs
Above: A woman having her waist measured with a measuring-tape. Image copyright: Unsplash
The Spin
Narrative A
These revolutionary medications represent the most effective pharmaceutical intervention ever developed for obesity treatment, delivering unprecedented weight loss results of 12-18% in clinical trials. The drugs offer a powerful tool for addressing the obesity epidemic, particularly for those who have struggled with traditional weight loss methods, and can transform lives and significantly improve health outcomes.
Narrative B
The current approach to weight loss medications is unsustainable and potentially harmful. Additionally, the high cost makes them inaccessible to many, while the rapid weight regain after discontinuation creates a cycle of dependency. Without addressing root causes through lifestyle changes and behavioral support, these drugs merely offer a temporary fix rather than a long-term solution to obesity.