BMI showed only a slight, non-significant reduction from 34.0 to 33.9
This is a normal physiological response as the GLP-1 and GIP receptor agonism wanes
And when it comes to influencers who pushed specific diets like keto or high-protein, touted detoxes or weight-loss teas, it can feel even more disingenuous when theyre not open about taking GLP-1s
Nature (2014) 4
Adopt a gout-friendly diet : While losing weight, focus on a balanced diet that limits purine-rich foods such as red meat, organ meats, shellfish, and certain fish (e.g., sardines, anchovies)
Participants were adults with: Obesity (BMI 30 kg/m) or Overweight (BMI 27 kg/m) with at least one weight-related comorbidity such as hypertension, dyslipidemia, obstructive sleep apnea, or cardiovascular disease No diabetes diagnosis Participants were randomized 1:1 to receive either: Maximum tolerated dose of Zepbound (10 mg or 15 mg) Maximum tolerated dose of Wegovy (1.7 mg or 2.4 mg) The study cohort had a mean age of 44.7 years, 64.7% were women, and participants had an average body weight of 249 pounds with a mean BMI of 39.4 kg/m