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The investigational dual GLP-1/GLP-2 agonist led to 11.6% weight loss over 28 weeks with no lifestyle changes, showing strong safety and tolerability in the trial.

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For individuals with T2D, findings are more than numeric; a 5-mm Hg reduction in SBP reduces stroke risk by 14%, CV events by 6%, and heart failure by 8%, authors wrote.

Both oral and subcutaneous formulations of the long-acting GLP-1 and amylin receptor agonist move into stage 3 clinical trials following positive feedback from regulators.

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These 14 recommendations from the American College of Lifestyle Medicine comprise the core of the first-ever guideline centered on lifestyle change as a first-line intervention.

High discontinuation rates as well as lower maintenance dosages of semaglutide and tirzepatide were among the independent predictors of lower real-world weight loss.

Novel guidelines include specific strategies that support the prescription, implementation, and monitoring of lifestyle changes to reach glycemic control and, possibly, disease remission.

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Interim results from COURAGE trial suggest combining semaglutide with muscle-preserving antibodies significantly enhances fat loss while preserving lean mass in obesity treatment.

Adults with both HTN and T2D had more than twice the risk of all-cause mortality and nearly three times the risk of cardiovascular mortality, according to new data.

For every 10% increase in energy from high-quality carbohydrates, the odds of healthy aging rose by 31%, according to an analysis of data from the Nurse's Health Study.

Enobosarm added to semaglutide shows promising results in preserving muscle mass while promoting fat loss in older adults, according to developer Veru, Inc.

GLP-1 receptor agonists showed promise in lowering obesity-related cancer risks in adults with type 2 diabetes, particularly colorectal cancer.

Semaglutide was associated with a significant reduction in risk for major adverse cardiovascular events after just 3 months of treatment in a population with established CVD.

Semaglutide dosing was individually tailored for adults with obesity and supported with app-based coaching on diet, physical activity, and other lifestyle factors.

The ability to predict which individuals will experience adverse events from GLP-1 therapy has great promise for more personalized treatment and improved clinical trial design.

EASL 2025. DA-1241 significantly reduced plasma ALT levels, improved systemic inflammatory and fibrosis biomarkers, according to drug developer MetaVia.

Persistent hyperglycemia between ages 17 and 24 tripled the risk of left ventricular hypertrophy and did so 5 times faster among young women, a new study found.

Phenomix will showcase new data on prediction of adverse events to GLP-1 RA therapy, a new obesity sub-phenotype, and approaches to improve surgical outcomes.

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New data to be presented at ECO 2025 shows new-onset T2D is linked to increased risk of liver, pancreatic, and bowel cancers, but not endometrial or post-menopausal breast cancer.

The positive topline data from the phase 3 ACHIEVE-1 trial suggest the small molecule GLP-1 mimetic could compete with blockbuster weekly injectables for reducing weight, A1c.

Following a Mediterranean-style diet and a prescribed regimen of physical activity was significantly protective of BMD, particularly at the lumbar level, over 3 years.

Accuracy of data recorded with the GlucoBeam was found to be comparable to standard finger-stick blood glucose tests.

The extended wear benefit is augmented by the G7 15 Day CGM system's superior evidence-based accuracy, with a MARD of 8.0%

Loss of lean muscle mass along with fat mass is a concerning side effect of the incretin-based antiobesity medications, making the new study results encouraging.

Breaking research presented at ACP Internal Medicine 2025 showed that switching GLP1-RAs resulted in better glucose and weight control among adults with inadequately controlled T2D.

ACC.25. The results seen with the only oral GLP-1 mimetic reflect "a profound clinical impact" for adults at high risk for MACE who are averse to injectable therapy.