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The Irish Sun
3 days ago
- Health
- The Irish Sun
Mounjaro users discover ‘very easy' mistake that's stopping them from losing weight – as experts reveal simple fix
THEY have taken the nation's waistlines by storm, helping thousands shed pounds and trim inches. So-called fat jabs have been dubbed a "miracle" - helping turn the tide on the obesity epidemic. But, users of one jab - dubbed Advertisement 2 Some Mounjaro users have reported they are failing to shed the pounds Credit: Alamy 2 Extreme calorie cutting while on weight loss injections can cause the body to go into 'emergency conservation' mode, experts say Credit: PA Annabelle Welch, an aesthetics practitioner in Sevenoaks, Kent, said she has witnessed clients on Mounjaro stop losing weight - and suspects it is because they are eating too little . Annabelle said, in a shared to TikTo k: "If you're not fuelling your body with enough calories day to day your metabolic rate will drop, and your body will begin conserving fat rather than burning it." The clip, which at the time of publishing has been viewed by over 400,000 people, attracted hundreds of comments from social media users, some of whom also claim to have stopped losing weight on the drugs. Advertisement One commenter, who admitted to eating just one meal a day, wrote: "I've been on it for six weeks and I've lost no weight." It is prescribed mainly for people with Though Annabelle isn't a prescriber, her experience reflects what some experts are now warning about. They say that extreme calorie cutting while on weight loss injections can cause the body to go into 'emergency conservation' mode. Advertisement Dr David Huang, director of clinical innovation at weight loss service "It also makes the weight loss very unsustainable in the long term, and there can be a bounce-back effect when patients re-feed.' GP-approved tips to really lose weight safely - and keep it off This means if you eat too little for too long, your body will slow down the number of calories it burns, holding onto fat to conserve energy - which can stop weight loss. It means that when you start eating normally again, the weight can pile back on quickly. "The purpose of the jabs is to lose weight healthily and sustainably," Dr David says. Advertisement WHO IS ELIGIBLE FOR WEIGHT LOSS JABS ON THE NHS? NHS eligibility for weight loss injections has expanded but still lags behind the number who could potentially benefit from taking them. Wegovy, medical name semaglutide, is only available for weight loss through specialist weight management clinics. Patients are typically expected to have tried other weight loss methods before getting a prescription. They may be eligible if their body mass index (BMI) is higher than 30, or higher than 27 if they have a weight-related health condition such as high blood pressure. Mounjaro, known as tirzepatide, is also available from GP practices but currently only to patients with a BMI of 40 or higher (or 37.5 if from a minority ethnic background) plus four weight-related health conditions. The medicines are currently being rationed to the patients most in need. NHS watchdog NICE estimates that more than three million Brits will ultimately be eligible. The GLP-1 injections are prescribed separately by GPs for people with type 2 diabetes, and patients should discuss this with their doctor. "The goal is not starvation, which can have negative effects on brain, bone, muscles and long-term health. "These meds help suppress appetite, but also seem to reconfigure the brain to avoid unhealthy habits and prioritise better foods." Clinical Pharmacist Kiran Jones of Restrictive diets can worsen side effects SO what's the goal? Dr David recommends calculating daily calorie needs using a BMR calculator, then reducing that number by 600 to 800 calories. This method uses your weight, height, and gender to set a moderate calorie deficit, helping you lose weight safely without triggering your body's emergency conservation mode. Advertisement But rather than focus solely on calories, he urges patients to prioritise nutritional intake, especially: Protein: at least 1.2g per kilo of body weight Micronutrients such as Vitamin D, B12, Folate, and Calcium Guidance from This is in line with NHS weight loss advice. It says: "There's no single rule that applies to everyone, but to lose weight at a safe and sustainable rate of 0.5 to 1kg a week, most people are advised to reduce their energy intake by 600 calories a day." But pharmacist Kiran does not recommend calorie counting while on the jabs. Advertisement 'We advise patients to eat three meals a day plus a healthy snack or two, with a focus on lean protein, wholegrains, fruit and vegetables, ideally in a rainbow of colours. "We're not big fans of calorie-counting. It often becomes a chore and doesn't reflect the quality of food on someone's plate. But for people who want a starting point, we suggest reducing daily intake by around 500 calories compared to what they were eating pre-treatment, and only tracking this for the first few weeks." ZAVA warn that overly restrictive diets can worsen side effects, such as bloating and indigestion, and stall results. Instead, people on the jab are encouraged to eat nutrient-dense meals, avoid spicy or fizzy foods that can irritate the stomach, and consider adding probiotics like yoghurt or kefir to support digestion. Other simple habits, like taking a 10-minute walk after meals and staying well-hydrated, can also help Mounjaro users get better results from their treatment. Advertisement What to eat on Mounjaro It's not just about consuming fewer calories, it's about eating the right kinds of foods to ensure that you're nourishing your body properly Building a healthy relationship with foods rich in nutrients is key to sustainable weight loss and management. A restrictive diet is not recommended on Mounjaro. In the early stages of treatment, it is strongly advised to nourish your body with nutrient-dense meals so that you receive the essential energy sources you need at a time of lifestyle adjustment. Breakfast : Avocado and poached eggs on rye bread or sourdough toast, blueberry and banana smoothie, easy overnight oats Lunch : Chicken salad, falafel with crunchy vegetables served in a wholemeal pitta, hearty vegetable and lentil soup Dinner : Salmon and broccoli pasta Snacks : Fresh fruits and vegetables, nuts and seeds, low-fat Greek-style yoghurt or kefir (fermented dairy drink packed with probiotics) Source: ZAVA
Scottish Sun
5 days ago
- Health
- Scottish Sun
Mounjaro users discover ‘very easy' mistake that's stopping them from losing weight – as experts reveal simple fix
THEY have taken the nation's waistlines by storm, helping thousands shed pounds and trim inches. So-called fat jabs have been dubbed a "miracle" - helping turn the tide on the obesity epidemic. But, users of one jab - dubbed the 'King Kong' of weight-loss medications - have reported an alarming mistake that is stopping them from reaping the fat-blasting benefits of the new drug. 2 Some Mounjaro users have reported they are failing to shed the pounds Credit: Alamy 2 Extreme calorie cutting while on weight loss injections can cause the body to go into 'emergency conservation' mode, experts say Credit: PA Annabelle Welch, an aesthetics practitioner in...
The Sun
5 days ago
- Health
- The Sun
Mounjaro users discover ‘very easy' mistake that's stopping them from losing weight – as experts reveal simple fix
THEY have taken the nation's waistlines by storm, helping thousands shed pounds and trim inches. So-called fat jabs have been dubbed a "miracle" - helping turn the tide on the obesity epidemic. But, users of one jab - dubbed the 'King Kong' of weight-loss medications - have reported an alarming mistake that is stopping them from reaping the fat-blasting benefits of the new drug. Annabelle Welch, an aesthetics practitioner in Sevenoaks, Kent, said she has witnessed clients on Mounjaro stop losing weight - and suspects it is because they are eating too little. Annabelle said, in a video shared to TikTok: "If you're not fuelling your body with enough calories day to day your metabolic rate will drop, and your body will begin conserving fat rather than burning it. The clip, which at the time of publishing has been viewed by over 400,000 people, attracted hundreds of comments from social media users, some of whom also claim to have stopped losing weight on the drugs. One commenter, who admitted to eating just one meal a day, wrote: "I've been on it for six weeks and I've lost no weight." Mounjaro is often referred to as the ' King Kong" of fat jabs because of its strong appetite-suppressing effects and impressive weight loss results - typically helping users shed 20 per cent of their body weight, compared to 13.7 per cent for Wegovy users. It is prescribed mainly for people with type 2 diabetes or those with a high BMI trying to lose weight under medical supervision. Though Annabelle isn't a prescriber, her experience reflects what some experts are now warning about. They say that extreme calorie cutting while on weight loss injections can cause the body to go into 'emergency conservation' mode. Dr David Huang, director of clinical innovation at weight loss service Voy, tells Sun Health: 'If a person becomes extremely malnourished, their body goes into an emergency conservation state where their metabolism is slowed down to the extent that weight loss may plateau. "It also makes the weight loss very unsustainable in the long term, and there can be a bounce-back effect when patients re-feed.' GP-approved tips to really lose weight safely - and keep it off This means if you eat too little for too long, your body will slow down the number of calories it burns, holding onto fat to conserve energy - which can stop weight loss. It means that when you start eating normally again, the weight can pile back on quickly. "The purpose of the jabs is to lose weight healthily and sustainably," Dr David says. WHO IS ELIGIBLE FOR WEIGHT LOSS JABS ON THE NHS? NHS eligibility for weight loss injections has expanded but still lags behind the number who could potentially benefit from taking them. Wegovy, medical name semaglutide, is only available for weight loss through specialist weight management clinics. Patients are typically expected to have tried other weight loss methods before getting a prescription. They may be eligible if their body mass index (BMI) is higher than 30, or higher than 27 if they have a weight-related health condition such as high blood pressure. Mounjaro, known as tirzepatide, is also available from GP practices but currently only to patients with a BMI of 40 or higher (or 37.5 if from a minority ethnic background) plus four weight-related health conditions. The medicines are currently being rationed to the patients most in need. NHS watchdog NICE estimates that more than three million Brits will ultimately be eligible. The GLP-1 injections are prescribed separately by GPs for people with type 2 diabetes, and patients should discuss this with their doctor. "The goal is not starvation, which can have negative effects on brain, bone, muscles and long-term health." "These meds help suppress appetite, but also seem to reconfigure the brain to avoid unhealthy habits and prioritise better foods." Restrictive diets can worsen side effects TO avoid this, Dr David recommends calculating daily calorie needs using a BMR calculator, then reducing that number by 600 to 800 calories. This method uses your weight, height, and gender to set a moderate calorie deficit, helping you lose weight safely without triggering your body's emergency conservation mode. But rather than focus solely on calories, he urges patients to prioritise nutritional intake, especially: Protein: at least 1.2g per kilo of body weight Fibre Micronutrients such as Vitamin D, B12, Folate, and Calcium Guidance from ZAVA, a regulated online health provider, also recommends a 600-calorie daily deficit for patients taking Mounjaro - in line with NHS weight loss advice. They warn that overly restrictive diets can worsen side effects, such as bloating and indigestion, and stall results. Instead, people on the jab are encouraged to eat nutrient-dense meals, avoid spicy or fizzy foods that can irritate the stomach, and consider adding probiotics like yoghurt or kefir to support digestion. Other simple habits, like taking a 10-minute walk after meals and staying well-hydrated, can also help Mounjaro users get better results from their treatment. What to eat on Mounjaro It's not just about consuming fewer calories, it's about eating the right kinds of foods to ensure that you're nourishing your body properly Building a healthy relationship with foods rich in nutrients is key to sustainable weight loss and management. A restrictive diet is not recommended on Mounjaro. In the early stages of treatment, it is strongly advised to nourish your body with nutrient-dense meals so that you receive the essential energy sources you need at a time of lifestyle adjustment. Breakfast: Avocado and poached eggs on rye bread or sourdough toast, blueberry and banana smoothie, easy overnight oats Lunch: Chicken salad, falafel with crunchy vegetables served in a wholemeal pitta, hearty vegetable and lentil soup Dinner: Salmon and broccoli pasta Snacks: Fresh fruits and vegetables, nuts and seeds, low-fat Greek-style yoghurt or kefir (fermented dairy drink packed with probiotics) Source: ZAVA
Daily Mail
18-07-2025
- Health
- Daily Mail
Mounjaro users discover key mistake that's stopping them from losing weight - it's frighteningly easy to do
A leading aesthetics practitioner has warned that failing to eat enough while taking the popular slimming jab Mounjaro could actually prevent users from losing weight. Annabelle Welch, who treats patients on the drug at her clinic in Sevenoaks, Kent, said she regularly sees clients drastically cutting calories—unaware that this can cause weight loss to slow down or stop altogether. Mounjaro, dubbed the 'King Kong' of slimming jabs, mimics appetite-suppressing GLP-1 hormones and can help users shed up to 20 per cent of their body weight in a year. But without adequate nutrition, Welch explained, the body adapts by slowing its resting metabolic rate—the energy it uses to maintain basic functions like breathing and circulation—making it harder to continue losing weight. In a video shared to TikTok via her page @juiceaestheticsuk, which has racked up more than 400,000 views, she outlined five key warning signs that patients may be undereating on Mounjaro. These included hair loss, psychological issues, persistent muscle aches, feeling cold, and stalled weight loss. Hair loss, she explained, occurs because hair growth isn't considered an essential function. 'If we're not giving our body enough nutrition, what we do eat will be redirected to more vital functions,' she said. Mood swings, irritability and anxiety are also common signs. 'If you're skipping meals, essentially you're dropping your blood sugar levels,' she explained—adding that this was leaving people with less energy and feeling more emotionally volatile. Muscle aches that linger for days after a workout can be another clue. 'You're not fuelling your body with enough protein and nutrition after your exercise, so it's not able to recover in a normal way,' Welch said. The body goes into 'fight or flight mode' because it doesn't know when it's next meal will be, she explained. She added that while increased sensitivity to cold can be a normal side effect of weight loss, it may also point to undereating—especially if it's accompanied by other symptoms. 'It's mainly if you're feeling very cold in your hands and feet, or if it's a warm day and everyone else seems hot but you're not.' Finally—and perhaps most surprisingly—stalled weight loss itself can be a sign, she said. 'If you're not fuelling your body with enough calories day to day,' Welch said, 'your metabolic rate will drop, and your body will begin conserving fat rather than burning it.' Ms Welch's video has attracted hundreds of comments from social media users, many of whom say they've experienced the symptoms she describes. One commenter, who admitted to eating just one meal a day, wrote: 'I've been on it for six weeks and I've lost no weight.' Another highlighted the catch-22 many patients face: 'I'm struggling to eat — just living on boiled eggs, white fish and watermelon. Everything else makes me feel sick.' Nausea is a common side effect of weight loss injections like Mounjaro, which can make it harder for users to eat enough — and unwittingly sabotage their own progress. When one follower asked if eating more would cause regained weight, Welch replied: 'Eat regularly, even if it's small portions. Constantly fasting and skipping meals is going to lower your resting metabolic rate.' Last month, GPs in the UK were allowed to prescribe weight-loss drugs for the first time in a bid to tackle the nation's obesity crisis. An estimated 1.5 million people are now taking the jabs through the NHS or private clinics. But some experts have raised concerns over potential risks. Recent data revealed that more than 100 deaths in Britain have been linked to slimming injections so far. At least ten patients are confirmed to have died from pancreatitis—a life-threatening inflammation of the pancreas—after taking the jabs. The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has since launched an investigation into whether people with certain genes may be more vulnerable to the condition.
