[1] It binds copper ions and hands them to copper-using enzymes needed for collagen cross-linking (lysyl oxidase) and antioxidant defense (SOD)
While they can deliver powerful benefits glucose control, heart and kidney protection, and even weight loss - drug makers have either stopped or refrained from starting additional clinical trials, leaving regulators without the data needed to approve use in type 1
Approval timelines depend on trial outcomes and regulatory review
Some patients may begin with weekly injections to establish steady nutrient levels, while others transition to biweekly or monthly treatments once those levels are stabilized
Worryingly, nine in ten (90%) users say they trust all GLP-1 information they find on social media, with almost a third (31%) of people seeking answers on online forums (31%) and YouTube (29%), and a fifth (20%) on TikTok
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