This double-blind placebo-controlled study was performed between May 2011 and October 2016 at Nova Southeastern University (Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA) at three locations: The Mailman Segal Center (informed consent and behavioral assessments: visits 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7), Nova Southeastern University Clinic (pediatric visits 2 and 8, including blood sampling), and the blood samples were quantified at the College of Pharmacy
In one study, participants took 500 or 1000 mg per day
This can result in a depletion of amino acids and key nutrients (such as zinc, selenium, B12, and iron/ferritin) needed for thyroid support, as well as for the synthesis of non-essential amino acids
Cardiovascular Protection GLP-1 receptor agonists are also known to reduce the risk of cardiovascular events, such as heart attacks and strokes, which are prevalent among older adults