Keywords

obesity, obesity relapse, weight loss recidivism, weight recovery

 

Authors

  1. Rogge, Mary Madeline PhD, RN, FNP-BC
  2. Gautam, Bibha PhD, RN, CNE

Abstract

Abstract: Weight recovery among obese patients who have lost weight through lifestyle modification or bariatric surgery is a common clinical challenge that often leads to patient stigmatization and unexpected health problems. A review of the literature describes how weight loss alters energy homeostasis to limit weight loss and restore lost fat mass in patients who have successfully lost weight.