A study published in Diabetes, Obesity and Metabolism (Frias et al., 2021) from an early phase 2 comparison found that tirzepatide produced dose-dependent weight loss that exceeded semaglutide 1 mg across all dose levels tested, confirming the advantage of the dual mechanism
Immunodeficiency reduces neural stem/progenitor cell apoptosis and enhances neurogenesis in the cerebral cortex after stroke
The second dual GIP/GLP-1 receptor agonist, tirzepatide (previously known as LY3298176
Weight-loss users are also spending 3.9% less on groceries and 2.1% less on snacks, with beans, grains, deli items, prepared foods and baked goods the most affected
GLP-1 receptor agonists have been shown to be protective in some animal models of Parkinsons
Interestingly, T cells produce acidic niches within lymph nodes to restrict their own effector functions to avoid hyperactivation, demonstrating the physiological importance of lactate (152)