As research unfolds, we may discover even more about the fascinating interplay between gut hormones, the brain, and our mental landscape
Unfortunately, that isnt always the case, and patient safety is where we draw a hard line
Wegovy is approved for weight loss in some teens over 12, but mental health support is extra important in younger patients
Factor #2: PCOS improvement happens faster than expected For women with PCOS, GLP-1s create a perfect storm of fertility improvement through improved insulin sensitivity (which is often the root problem in PCOS), reduced androgen levels as testosterone and other androgens drop when insulin improves, ongoing weight loss effects where each pound lost further improves hormonal balance, and potentially direct ovarian effects as some evidence suggests GLP-1s may directly improve ovarian function
The GLP-1 receptor (GLP-1R) is an established drug target for the treatment of diabetes and obesity 2 , whereas the therapeutic potential of the GIP receptor (GIPR) is a subject of debate
Food and Drug Administration (FDA) voted 16-0, supporting the approval of once-weekly semaglutide to improve glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes