(selvanegra/Getty Images)Scientists may have uncovered a natural way to regulate blood sugar and curb sugar cravings, potentially offering an alternative to drugs like Ozempic.In both mice and humans, researchers have identified a gut microbe and its metabolites – the substances produced during digestion – as the key to activating this natural process.Boosting Gut Microbes...
Credit: DepositphotosMedications such as Ozempic and Wegovy are well-known for their ability to aid weight loss, but some scientists are now investigating how these drugs may affect muscle mass.In a recent commentary published in The Lancet, an international group of researchers highlights the lack of sufficient studies on the impact of GLP-1 receptor agonists...
Credit: DepositphotosRecent research indicates that individuals using the diabetes and weight-loss medication semaglutide experienced a notable reduction in symptoms associated with alcohol use disorder. While the study was limited in scope, larger investigations are in progress, suggesting the potential use of drugs like semaglutide in addiction treatment.Semaglutide, available under various names such as Ozempic,...
