Rapid weight loss on GLP-1s: How to Make Your Results Last

So, you’ve used weight loss injections to help lose weight , but what's next? In this article, we’ve teamed up with top nutritionist, Mark Gilbert, to bust common myths around quick weight loss, and to discover how you can maintain weight loss, long after you’ve stopped weight loss injections.

First things first, what are weight loss injections? 

In the UK, there are currently 2 main types of weight loss injections available on prescription: Wegovy® (semaglutide) and Zepbound® (Tirzepatide). These drugs are once a week, usually by injection, and they both work primarily by making you feel fuller and less hungry.

What counts as quick weight loss? 

According to many sources, losing 1-2 pounds per week is considered average; any more than that and it’s classed as rapid weight loss. However, you may also find that you initially lose quite a bit more than 2 pounds over the first week or two, but then it starts to taper off and slow down. This is all very normal.

Can you maintain fast weight loss after weight loss injections? 

Research, including the DROPLET study, carried out by University of Oxford obesity experts on The 1:1 Diet, along with other studies, demonstrates that rapid initial weight loss predicts better long-term maintenance (better weight loss results over one year). It used to be thought that losing too much weight, too quickly, resulted in a greater chance of weight regain, but this is no longer the thought amongst experts. We also know that by pairing rapid initial weight loss with comprehensive nutritional support improves long-term outcomes even more so. And that’s where The 1:1 Diet comes in. Each of our meal replacements is around 200 calories, meaning you can enjoy 3-4 a day, and still be under 1000 calories. Plus, each one is packed with protein and 25 vitamins and minerals, so you know you’re fuelling your body the right way. 

And while weight loss injections may support appetite suppression, long-term success often depends on making sustainable lifestyle changes.. That’s where The 1:1 Diet Consultants come in. 

So when it comes to maintaining after weight loss injections, the answer is you can, with the right nutrition and habit-changing plan in place.

Is quick weight loss safe? 

Yes, but only if you maintain a healthy and balanced diet throughout. It can be harder to make sure you’re getting all of the vitamins, minerals, protein and the other essential nutrients your body needs when you’re on a low-calorie diet using typical food. It’s so easy to fall into the trap of snacking on foods that aren’t very nutritious, especially if you’ve got a reduced appetite. Luckily, there’s a variety of delicious and nutritionally complete options with The 1:1 Diet, so you can make sure you lose weight safely and effectively.

With The 1:1 Diet, you’re not alone

The 1:1 Diet offers ongoing support from a  Consultant, many of which have achieved significant weight loss themselves, so they truly understand your journey. Not only will they put you on a Plan that’s right for you, they’ll also be there whenever you need them. Not feeling great? They’re there to listen. Struggling with motivation? They’ll keep you on track. Whatever you need, your Consultant is there for you, to set you up for lasting success.

Don’t just take our word for it

Hear from dieter Liz L, who was prescribed weight loss injections and used The 1:1 Diet products for nutrition:

“I started weight loss injections and bought The 1:1 Diet products for nutrition. I get support from my The 1:1 Diet Consultant, so that I can still get the nutrients I need even when I don’t have as much appetite. I wasn't feeling like eating, but still had my The 1:1 Diet shakes, and I have lost weight and feel good, especially as my BMI has come down. I plan to maintain this weight with the support of The 1:1 Diet, when I stop the weight loss injections.”

And there we have it. Countless studies and research have proven The 1:1 Diet to be the perfect supportive Plan for those looking to maintain fast weight loss. With nutritionally complete meal replacements and ongoing one-to-one support, Dieters can adopt healthy behaviours that continue well into the future.

Want to sample some of our products for yourself? Why not try before you buy with our amazing Taster Pack - it’s packed with six of our bestselling products, including delicious breakfast bars and pasta. 

Dedicated and want to start today? Then find your local Consultant here.