If GLP-1 Drugs Are Good for Everything, Should We All Be on Them?
17 days ago
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- GLP-1 drugs, originally developed for diabetes and obesity, show benefits across multiple health conditions including heart disease, cancer, migraines, and memory loss.
- The drugs work by mimicking the GLP-1 hormone, which regulates insulin and glucagon, slows gastric emptying, and reduces inflammation throughout the body.
- Research suggests GLP-1 drugs may also impact brain function, improving cognitive disorders, substance use disorders, and mood disorders by acting on dopamine cycles and neural receptors.
- Despite their broad benefits, GLP-1 drugs are not recommended for everyone due to side effects like nausea, acid reflux, and potential risks like thyroid tumors.
- The future of GLP-1 drugs may include specialized versions targeting specific conditions like Alzheimer's, with oral formulations and broader insurance coverage potentially increasing accessibility.
- The development of GLP-1 drugs traces back to discoveries in anglerfish and Gila monsters, highlighting the unexpected origins of medical breakthroughs.