All three methods use beads with appropriate ligands to pull down the complex from a crude biological sample
Assessing thyroid and adrenal function helps us optimize energy, mood, and metabolic health during treatment
Tirzepatide (Mounjaro, Zepbound) is a related but distinct dual glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GIP) and GLP-1 receptor agonist
While this does not directly affect niacin, it can reduce the exposure of oral contraceptives, requiring additional contraceptive precautions during tirzepatide initiation and dose escalation
If energy feels low, gentle walks or stretching may be more supportive than pushing through high-intensity exercise
Additionally, GLP-1 receptors are expressed in parts of the brain involved in mood and the reward system, which could explain the reductions we observed in alcohol and substance use. GLP-1RAs as a preferred treatment for psoriasis The researchers found the benefits of GLP-1RAs were especially pronounced in psoriasis patients, compared with matched controls
