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Scientists are now investigating whether GLP-1 drugs could help treat substance use disorders, which also involve dopamine-driven reward pathways
Once the GLP-1s came out, they truly helped so many patients with metabolic disorders, especially diabetes and obesity, become healthier and improved the quality of their lives, Ganta says
These injections can help reduce unhealthy food cravings and increase feelings of satiation, both of which contribute to sustainable weight loss