Study finds that weight loss from Mounjaro not only ends, but other health benefits also reverse.
A recent study has revealed that when people stop using the weight-loss medication Mounjaro, not only do they regain weight, but other improvements in their cardiovascular health also begin to decline. The study, which looked at data from over 300 participants who had lost at least 10% of their body weight while on the medication, found that those who stopped taking tirzepatide – the active ingredient in Mounjaro – experienced a reversal in measures such as waist circumference, "bad" cholesterol levels, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
Experts say this is not surprising, given that excess weight is a well-known driver of high blood pressure and impaired glucose control. The study's findings suggest that when people regain weight after stopping the medication, their cardiovascular risk factors tend to increase accordingly. This highlights the importance of sustained weight management through lifestyle changes and obesity treatment medications in order to maintain health benefits.
The researchers also noted that stopping tirzepatide could remove a protective effect against hospitalization for heart failure or death from any cause. The study's lead author emphasized that maintaining long-term weight loss requires continued support, such as regular exercise and healthy eating habits.
A recent study has revealed that when people stop using the weight-loss medication Mounjaro, not only do they regain weight, but other improvements in their cardiovascular health also begin to decline. The study, which looked at data from over 300 participants who had lost at least 10% of their body weight while on the medication, found that those who stopped taking tirzepatide – the active ingredient in Mounjaro – experienced a reversal in measures such as waist circumference, "bad" cholesterol levels, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
Experts say this is not surprising, given that excess weight is a well-known driver of high blood pressure and impaired glucose control. The study's findings suggest that when people regain weight after stopping the medication, their cardiovascular risk factors tend to increase accordingly. This highlights the importance of sustained weight management through lifestyle changes and obesity treatment medications in order to maintain health benefits.
The researchers also noted that stopping tirzepatide could remove a protective effect against hospitalization for heart failure or death from any cause. The study's lead author emphasized that maintaining long-term weight loss requires continued support, such as regular exercise and healthy eating habits.
... I mean, I know we all think it's easy to just stop taking meds and get back on track with our lives, but this is a harsh reminder that losing weight is hard and maintaining it even harder 
. Back in my day, we didn't have all these fancy weight loss meds like Mounjaro... if you wanted to lose weight, you had to actually do the work yourself 
! And now, when those meds wear off, people just kinda... slip back into old habits? 
It's not just about weight loss, though - these cardiovascular health benefits are real 
. I feel like we need to be super vigilant about taking care of ourselves once the medication is gone 
. Those exercise and healthy eating habits can't be ignored! 
I'm kinda surprised by this study, you know? I mean, we all want to lose weight and feel good about ourselves, but it seems like the magic pill approach isn't always realistic 
. It's like, we need to focus on making sustainable lifestyle changes rather than relying solely on meds. And honestly, if people are gonna stop taking Mounjaro, they should at least be prepared for a possible weight gain and be ready to get back on track with exercise and a balanced diet. It's all about finding that balance, you feel? 
when you stop taking it all those good things that were happening in your body just start to slide back down the hill 
like bad cholesterol levels and blood pressure... what's the point of losing weight if you're still gonna be at risk for heart problems? 
also, I'm kinda annoyed they're not highlighting more on how hard it is to keep weight off without meds... it's always "just diet and exercise" but it's not that simple 
. They create these meds that work in the short term, but once they're off the market, people are back to square one. It's like they're setting us up for a lifetime of health issues. And what about the cost? These medications are so expensive, it's like they're making money off our suffering 
The real question is, what's really going on behind the scenes with these meds? Are they safe? Is anyone really monitoring their effects? I think there's more to this story than meets the eye 
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they say when people stop taking the meds they not only regain weight but also their cardiovascular health starts to decline 
waist circumference goes up, bad cholesterol levels skyrocket, blood pressure and blood glucose levels get worse... it's like, what even is the point of losing all that weight if you're just gonna lose it again 
experts say it's not surprising but still super concerning. think we need to keep pushing for sustainable weight management through lifestyle changes and meds 
. we need to be talking about long-term lifestyle changes here... no more relying on meds to keep us healthy 
. the study's findings are actually kinda scary 
i mean if you're gonna take a medication to lose weight shouldn't it also help with all the other stuff like cholesterol and blood pressure? seems like we need to be more careful about these meds and not just assume they're magic solutions 
i mean i know it's not a surprise that people gain weight when they stop taking it, but still...it's like our bodies are all "hey u got this weight loss thing goin on, why bother now?" 
anyway i'm just gonna keep taking my meds and exercising and hope for the best 
so they're saying our bodies are actually adapted to relying on meds like Mounjaro after we lose weight? it's like our bodies have a reset button for when we stop taking them. i'm no doctor but that sounds super concerning... what does it say about all the people who've lost weight with these meds and then just stopped using them? are they just gonna start gaining weight all over again? 
the study says lifestyle changes are key, but how easy is that to keep up for real? 
. Experts say dat's cuz excess weight is bad news for ur heart 
️. So if u wanna keep those health benefits, u gotta stick 2 a healthy lifestyle 
U should just do it right from the start 
. And the scariest part is that your health benefits all come crashing down too 
. I get why the experts say lifestyle changes are key, but isn't it a bit harsh to say we need to keep exercising and eating healthy just because our weight goes back up? Can't we have some kind of balance? 
. And it's not just about weight, it's about the health benefits too - lower blood pressure and cholesterol levels, those are all great things that can be undone with just a few pounds of extra weight. I guess this study is a reminder to stick to our diets and exercise plans for the long haul... it's not gonna be easy but at least we know what we're up against