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in June 2024

Original article This is such a compelling study

Based on early human studies and animal research, GLP-1 agonists may affect: Reward-related eating behaviours by potentially modulating dopamine signalling in brain reward circuits Food cravings and hedonic eating (eating for pleasure rather than hunger) Impulsivity around food , possibly reducing the compulsive aspects of eating Satiety signalling , enhancing the feeling of fullness after meals Some patients using GLP-1 medications for diabetes or weight management report not just reduced appetite but also diminished preoccupation with food, fewer intrusive thoughts about eating, and reduced cravings for specific foods, particularly those high in fat and sugar

Less common but more serious risks include pancreatitis, gallbladder issues, and a warning (based on animal studies) about thyroid C-cell tumors

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