Energy balance
Men may achieve better long-term weight maintenance after VLED-based programs compared to women.
Current evidence suggests men may maintain weight loss better than women after a VLED program, possibly due to higher lean body mass and energy expenditure. However, this is not yet a confirmed rule, and individual results vary widely. Women should not be discouraged, as many do achieve excellent long-term results with proper behavioral support.
Some studies suggest that after a VLED-based programme long-term maintenance is better among men than women. This possible gender difference is an important topic for further research.
Why this rating
Based on specific studies (Torgerson, authors' own study) cited in the text, but the paper explicitly states it is an 'important topic for further research' and not yet confirmed.
Source
Very low energy diets in the treatment of obesity
Pertti Mustajoki et al. · Obesity Reviews · 2001
DOI 10.1046/j.1467-789x.2001.00026.x
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- VLEDs may result in better long-term glucose metabolism in type 2 diabetes patients compared to conventional weight-reducing diets.Moderate
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