Cortisol also raises the brain's reward sensitivity, so high-calorie foods feel more comforting, and this is part of why cortisol and sugar cravings tend to show up together
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Additionally, many of the drugs that are used for diabetes and weight management, such as Mounjaro, Zepbound, Ozempic, Wegovy, Trulicity, and Rybelsus, have limited availability due to an increased desire for these drugs that manufacturers have been unable to keep up with
Researchers also found other benefits
Cardiovascular Protection: Major clinical trials like the LEADER trial for liraglutide have shown that GLP-1 RAs can significantly reduce the risk of major adverse cardiovascular events, such as heart attacks and strokes, in patients with type 2 diabetes
Among 13 ARDs analyzed, IPF scored highest, making it a prime candidate for testing geroprotective therapies