Popular weight-loss medication could relieve painful arthritis symptoms, doctors report

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! The positive effects of GLP-1 medications extend beyond just diabetes control and weight loss. GLP-1s, also known as GLP-1 agonists, are a type of drug that mimics a natural hormone called glucagon-like peptide-1 that helps to regulate blood sugar levels. Experts claim that these medications — which…

Vitamin D: 4 types of medications that should not be taken with Vitamin D supplements

Statin therapy linked to lower vitamin D levels and increased myalgia:International Journal of Basic & Clinical Pharmacology, 2017 Review and mixed findings on statins and vitamin D levels:Healthline article, 2015 VITAL randomized trial showing vitamin D does not prevent statin muscle symptoms:Hlatky MA et al., 2023, JAMA Cardiology Statins potentially increase vitamin D absorption and…