As the image below shows, fat consumption has steadily risen over the last century since we discovered how to extract oil from crops at scale, fuelled by synthetic fertilisers
Thus, although much research is focused on defining the direct intrakidney effects of GLP-1 receptor agonists, it is possible that some of the benefits occur indirectly, as a result of GLP-1 receptor agonists ability to improve kidney risk factors, as well as via extrarenal systemic effects of these agents that are not yet fully defined, such as attenuation of low-grade systemic inflammation
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Benefits of GLP-1 use in children and adolescents Wegovy offers significant benefits for teens with obesity, including a 16% drop in BMI and improvements in metabolic health, which may lower long-term disease risk, says Dr