What makes the difference
And recent research published in JAMA Network Open suggests older adults are more likely than their younger peers to discontinue these popular medications
They can provide guidance on how to manage your weight and blood sugar levels during this time while sticking as closely as possible to your healthy diet and lifestyle changes
The drugs dampen activity in brain regions involved in appetite, reward and motivation, says Dr
NICE in the UK recommends a maximum of two years for semaglutide (Wegovy), though no such limit exists for tirzepatide (Mounjaro)
They then regain the weight, often as fat, ending up potentially worse off than before, some developing a condition called sarcopenic obesity, increasing mortality risk