This scientific overview examines recent research suggesting that GLP-1 receptor agonists, a class of medications already used for diabetes and obesity, show promise in treating Alzheimer’s disease. The article highlights a study indicating these agonists can reduce amyloid plaques and improve symptoms in mice by activating the AMPK signaling pathway. This activation appears to influence neuronal amyloid-beta metabolism and boost microglial cells’ ability to clear plaques. The findings propose a multicellular mechanism where these medications affect both neurons and microglia, offering a potential new therapeutic avenue for Alzheimer’s disease.
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