Increased fatty acid metabolism can lead to an upregulation of mitochondrial reactive oxygen species (ROS) production, inducing the synthesis and expression of uncoupling protein 2 (UCP2) mRNA, which is known to stimulate feeding behavior [36]
Effects of phosphodiesterase-5 inhibitors on Leydig cell secretory function in oligoasthenospermic infertile men: a randomized trial
The STEP 1 trial reported waist circumference reductions of approximately 9-10 cm with semaglutide 2.4 mg, while the SURMOUNT-1 trial showed reductions of 14-18 cm with tirzepatide, depending on dose
Therefore, studies that extend the follow-up time and increase the sample size to observe the role of GLP-1 in atherosclerosis can be further developed
While early evidence highlights diverse potential roles, mechanisms remain incompletely defined, and outcomes vary with context and model system
DunedinPACE, a DNA methylation biomarker of the pace of aging