A vegan diet does provide small amounts of carnitine, but very little
If maximal weight loss is the priority, tirzepatide (Mounjaro) shows larger average reductions in trials, an important consideration for those with severe obesity or weight-related comorbidities
However, scientists are actively working to solve this problem
The drug has been approved for prescription to UK adults with a body mass index of 30 or above, or who are overweight with a BMI between 27 and 30 and at least one weight-related condition
Learn more A comprehensive and inclusive systematic review suggests that behavioural weight loss interventions result in improvements in a number of mental health outcomes, including body image concerns, depression, mental health-related quality of life, self-efficacy, exercise self-efficacy, and diet self-efficacy