Metformin is commonly used to help people with type 2 diabetes manage their blood sugar levels
It is possible that, in addition to factors such as reduced alcohol consumption, weight loss-related improvements in body image, or relief associated with better glycemic control in diabetes, there may also be direct neurobiological mechanisms involved -- for example, through changes in the functioning of the brain's reward system," said study author, Markku Lhteenvuo Research Director at the University of Eastern Finland, in a press release
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Research consistently shows that most patients regain weight when they stop GLP-1s, which means this is often a long-term or lifelong commitment
In the SELECT trial (among others), it showed lower rates of major adverse cardiovascular events (such as heart attacks and strokes) compared to placebo, especially in overweight or obese patients
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