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hormone

[hawr-mohn] / ˈhɔr moʊn /


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Earlier studies had suggested GLP-1 might have anti-inflammatory properties, but this marks the first time scientists have detected the hormone directly in the joint fluid of arthritis patients.

From Science Daily • May 22, 2026

Retatrutide is a so-called triple hormone receptor agonist, which works by activating the body’s receptors for glucagon-like peptide-1, or GLP-1, glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide and glucagon, hormones that regulate blood sugar and digestion.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

Retatrutide, an investigational triple hormone receptor agonist, delivered positive weight-loss results in a late-stage clinical trial in certain overweight adults without diabetes.

From Barron's • May 21, 2026

Although there are many alternative remedies for menopause, hormone replacement therapy remains the most effective treatment for the symptoms of menopause.

From MarketWatch • May 12, 2026

Because of the heart attack, she had been taken off hormone replacement therapy and was constantly sweating.

From "Class Matters" by The New York Times




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