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title: "Weight loss injections alone are not sufficient for losing weight!"
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# Weight loss injections alone are not sufficient for losing weight!

## Bilgi

| Özellik | Değer |
|---------|-------|
| **Kategori** | saglik |
| **Yayın Tarihi** | 2026-11-06 |
| **Güncelleme** | 2026-11-06 |
| **Kaynak** | [Üsküdar Haber Ajansı](https://uha.com.tr/weight-loss-injections-alone-not-sufficient) |

## Özet

Experts state that weight loss injections extend the feeling of fullness, thereby helping to control appetite and calorie intake.

## İçerik

However, Nutrition and Dietetics Specialist Hülya Yiğit İspiroğlu pointed out that a portion of the weight lost with these medications can consist of lean mass, stating, “These medications have specific indications for use and criteria that must be met. The doctor may need to evaluate liver and kidney functions and check for the presence of gallstones.”

İspiroğlu underlined the importance of paying attention to protein intake to prevent malnutrition and muscle loss during medication use, and emphasized that lifestyle changes should be made permanent to avoid regaining the lost weight when the medication is stopped.

Nutrition and Dietetics Specialist Hülya Yiğit İspiroğlu at Üsküdar University NPİSTANBUL Hastanesi made statements about the effects of weight loss injections in obesity treatment, conditions of use, muscle loss, and the importance of nutritional therapy for weight control.

**Weight loss injections extend the feeling of fullness, leading to eating less!**

Hülya Yiğit İspiroğlu stated that weight loss injections have recently become one of the treatment methods that are both concerning and interesting for many people, saying, “Obesity is a long-standing health problem in our society. For years, three basic methods have been applied in obesity treatment: nutritional therapy, drug therapy, and lifestyle changes. Recently, we observe that drug therapy, in particular, has become more prominent and popular among these methods.”

İspiroğlu shared the information that medications known as weight loss injections consist of drug groups that are derivatives of the satiety hormone, adding, “When used with a doctor’s recommendation, these medications extend the feeling of fullness and help the person eat less. Especially recently, studies on hunger and satiety mechanisms are very topical. In fact, it is observed that better results are obtained in obesity treatment with the conversion of this hormone, which has been known for years and naturally present in the body, into a drug form.”

**Weight loss injections must be started under doctor's evaluation and supervision!**

However, İspiroğlu pointed out that these medications are used in obesity treatment and said the following:

“They can also be used under doctor’s supervision in individuals with a body mass index of 27 or higher. Therefore, medications must be taken under medical supervision, and treatment should be started after a doctor’s evaluation. We especially recommend that individuals who think, ‘I have a final 5-7 kilograms to lose, but I haven’t been able to for years. Should I start this injection?’ consult a doctor first. This is because these medications have specific indications for use and criteria that must be met. The doctor may need to evaluate liver and kidney functions and check for the presence of gallstones. The physician will provide guidance on appropriate treatment after making the necessary evaluations.”

**Weight loss injections reduce the desire to eat by affecting hunger and satiety mechanisms!**

İspiroğlu stated that while weight loss injections are used in obesity treatment, they can also be preferred in diabetic patients, saying, “When we look at the mechanism of action of these medications, we see that they significantly limit an individual’s calorie intake. The reason for this is that after using the medication, hunger and satiety mechanisms work more effectively. An individual with a frequent snacking habit can observe a decrease in snacking frequency after using these medications.”

İspiroğlu pointed out that the effect of the medications is not limited solely to the satiety hormone, explaining, “There is also a mechanism that affects the brain. Since it also affects the dopaminergic system, it can provide positive contributions, especially in individuals with a high tendency for pleasure-oriented eating. This can reduce the pleasure individuals derive from food and bring the desire to eat under control. As a result, calorie intake is limited, and weight loss occurs.”

**Up to 25% of the weight lost with weight loss injections can consist of lean mass!**

Pointing to another important aspect, İspiroğlu said, “We reduced calorie intake and lost weight. Perhaps we used to eat five meals a day, but now we’ve started consuming two. So, how much of the weight we lost consists of fat mass, and how much of muscle mass? This is one of the truly important issues for us.”

Stating that studies show up to 25% of the lost weight can consist of lean mass, İspiroğlu continued:

“When we say lean mass, we are talking about muscle, bone, and water mass. With the reduction of this mass, our metabolic rate can also slow down.

Therefore, using these injections and losing weight should not be considered sufficient on its own. Alongside drug therapy, lifestyle changes and nutritional therapy are also very important. While it may be possible to lose weight without these, regaining the lost weight cannot be guaranteed. For this reason, nutritional therapy is of great importance. Especially when using these injections, attention must be paid to protein intake.”

**Protein intake and preventing muscle loss are crucial when using weight loss injections!**

İspiroğlu noted that after medication is prescribed by a doctor, individuals sometimes turn to eating only one meal, stating, “Along with this, insufficient nutrition can also be quite common. At this point, we particularly emphasize the importance of protein intake. Water consumption is also very important. Most importantly, it is essential to move our muscles and not neglect physical activity. Because when muscle loss occurs, our metabolic rate also slows down.”

İspiroğlu reminded that protein bars and protein-enriched foods are very frequently seen both on social media and on supermarket shelves, saying, “However, I cannot recommend that we get protein solely from protein bars or protein powders. Because we need to evaluate protein sources more comprehensively. The protein we get from red meat, chicken, fish, and eggs is very valuable. Therefore, we should not remove these foods from our diet; on the contrary, we must include them in our dietary plan. When we start our meal with protein, add vegetables, and consume carbohydrates later, we can also see the effect of the satiety hormone. However, in some individuals, this effect may be felt less due to hormonal changes. At this point, medication support can also be important.”

**Nutritional habits must change to avoid regaining weight when medication is stopped!**

Hülya Yiğit İspiroğlu stated that the question of whether all the lost weight will be regained when the medication is stopped is also a matter of curiosity, saying, “During this process, up to 25% of the lost weight can consist of lean mass. Nutritional therapy and exercise are crucial for preventing muscle loss. If the person does not make any changes in their life; for example, if they previously ate 6-7 meals a day, snacked frequently, and consumed sugary foods often, they may regain the weight they lost once they return to these habits after stopping the medication.”

Therefore, underlining that weight loss injections should be regarded as a phase of treatment and a supportive tool, İspiroğlu concluded her remarks as follows:

“Even when an individual diets on their own, or even works with a nutrition specialist, they can experience similar problems. After dieting for three days, they might feel intense hunger on the fourth day. This is because hunger hormones can increase, or they might experience an intense craving for any sweet treat they encounter. At this point, these medications can support individuals with obesity problems, contributing to the sustainability of nutritional therapy.

For this reason, treatment must definitely be carried out under the supervision of a nutrition specialist. Even if weekly follow-up is not possible, evaluating the fat-to-muscle ratio and potential nutritional deficiencies once every two weeks or once a month is important.

## Akademik Referans

DOI: [https://doi.org/10.32739/uha.id.94752](https://doi.org/10.32739/uha.id.94752)

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