Month: July 2024

Lessons from the Gila Monster: GLP-1 and Ketogenic Diets

The Gila monster (Heloderma suspectum), a unique lizard known for its binge-eating behavior, produces the hormone exenatide, the basis for diabetes medications such as Ozempic and Mounjaro.   This reptile stores significant amounts of energy in its fatty, moisture-rich tail, aiding in weight and hydration maintenance. The GLP-1 hormone is exclusively released from its saliva… Continue reading Lessons from the Gila Monster: GLP-1 and Ketogenic Diets

Beyond the Pill: Why Pharmaceutical Quick Fixes Fall Short

In a striking display of marketing prowess, Eli Lilly recently funded a full-page advertisement in the New York Times, touting its latest pharmaceutical offering as a groundbreaking solution to the obesity epidemic. This move, while ostensibly aimed at addressing a significant public health issue, ultimately serves as a stark reminder of the pervasive myopia within… Continue reading Beyond the Pill: Why Pharmaceutical Quick Fixes Fall Short

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