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Some weight regain is common after stopping any weight-loss intervention diet, exercise, surgery, or medication
It slows gastric emptying, increases satiety signaling to the brain, and reduces the hedonic drive to eat
However, the appetite-suppressing effects fade faster than the drug itself clearshunger typically returns within days
Your starting weight can also shape how those numbers look on the scale: Someone starting around 250 pounds might see closer to 810 pounds of loss in the first month if theyre in a steady calorie deficit and tolerating the medication well
Those taking semaglutide should choose lean proteins such as tofu beans and nuts, fish like salmon, chicken breasts, and red meat, preferably with a lower fat content to limit saturated fats and plant-based sources like lentils or quinoa