D., Genovese, M., Huston, K
Enhances brain-derived neurotrophic factor pathways, supporting neuronal growth, dendritic spine formation, long-term potentiation, and synaptic plasticity necessary for memory consolidation and cognitive function
Harper 2006)
The study looked at over 1,400 people who had breath tests for SIBO and found that those using weight loss drugs, including GLP-1 medications like Wegovy or Mounjaro, were significantly more likely to test positive
The percentage of adults with GLP-1 prescriptions increased from 0.87% in 2019 to 4.03% in 2024, representing nearly 600% growth over six years ^18
These findings suggest that MIA models that use agents that mimic MIA contribute to revealing the detailed mechanisms of MIA-related ASD