Weight regain after stopping GLP-1 drugs may plateau after time, researchers say Although people appear to regain weight rapidly after taking GLP-1 weight-loss drugs this may plateau after time, a new modelling study has reported
Jardiance, on the other hand, could cause ketoacidosis (a dangerous level of ketones in the blood), severe urinary tract infections, and may increase cholesterol levels
A plateau may reflect several overlapping factors: Lower calorie needs at a lower body weight Adaptive metabolic changes during weight loss Decreased daily movement or step count Loss of lean muscle mass Inconsistent protein intake Constipation or water retention masking fat loss Sleep disruption or stress hormones Medications that promote weight gain or fluid retention Undiagnosed thyroid, hormone, or metabolic issues Normal transition from active loss into maintenance The correct response depends on the cause
Available from: Brtko J, Rock E, Nezbedova P, Krizanova O, Dvorcakova M, Minet-Quinard R, et al