Is loss of fat-free mass during dieting associated with weight regain after one year in obese adults?

Fat-Free Mass Loss1 min readUpdated June 4, 2026

What the Evidence Shows

We analyzed the available evidence and found that losing fat-free mass—like muscle—during dieting does not, by itself, predict whether someone with obesity will regain weight after one year, as long as their original calorie-burning rate is considered [1]. This means that even if a person loses...

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