23andMe finds genetic changes appear to help predict response to GLP-1 drugs for weight loss

Summary: 23andMe scientists discovered that your genes might predict how well popular weight-loss drugs (like GLP-1s) will work for you. By looking at two specific genes, they can guess if you will lose a lot of weight or if you might get sick to your stomach from the medicine. While experts are excited about the discovery, they aren't sure if doctors will use it for everyday care yet. However, people who use 23andMe's Total Health service will be able to see their own results.

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