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·June 3, 2024·3 min read

Ozempic May Reduce Alcohol Abuse Risk

Diabetes drugs Wegovy and Ozempic, containing semaglutide, significantly reduce the incidence and recurrence of alcohol-use disorder (AUD). Analyzing health records, researchers observed a 50% to 56% decrease in AUD among patients treated with semaglutide.

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·May 16, 2024·6 min read

Protein Gel Curbs Alcohol Absorption

Researchers developed a protein gel that effectively breaks down alcohol in the gut, preventing it from entering the bloodstream. This innovative gel, made from whey protein, iron, and gold, converts alcohol into harmless acetic acid, potentially reducing the harmful effects of alcohol consumption.

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·May 6, 2024·6 min read

Sex-Specific Brain Responses to Alcohol Craving

A new study utilizes fMRI scans to examine how men and women with alcohol use disorder respond differently to stress and alcohol-related cues. The study found that while alcohol cues triggered stronger cravings in men, stress cues had a similar impact on women, suggesting the need for sex-specific treatment strategies.

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·April 5, 2024·9 min read

Genetics of Alcohol Use Explored

Researchers tapped into 23andMe's extensive genetic database, uncovering correlations between genetic variants related to alcohol consumption and a spectrum of health outcomes. The study reveals that certain genetic factors not only influence individuals' alcohol behaviors but also have broader health implications, including connections to chronic conditions and certain cancers.

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·March 29, 2024·5 min read

Compound May Curb Alcohol Dependence

The compound LY2444296, which blocks the kappa opioid receptor, significantly reduces alcohol consumption in animal models of alcohol dependence. This study suggests LY2444296 could be a breakthrough in treating alcohol use disorder (AUD) by targeting the brain's KOP system, implicated in addiction and withdrawal symptoms.

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·March 27, 2024·4 min read

Diabetes, Pollution, and Alcohol Amplify Dementia Risk

Researchers identified key risk factors and genetic influences impacting a specific brain network vulnerable to aging, schizophrenia, and Alzheimer’s disease. This 'weak spot' in the brain is especially susceptible to diabetes, air pollution, and alcohol consumption.

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·March 21, 2024·6 min read

Targeting Stress Neurons Could Curb Problem Alcohol Use

Researchers made a significant discovery, identifying that inhibiting neurons related to stress responses may decrease alcohol consumption in individuals suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and alcohol use disorder (AUD) simultaneously. Their study used a rat model to demonstrate that reducing the activity of corticotropin-releasing factor (CRF) producing neurons in the central amygdala lessens alcohol intake without affecting trauma-related anxiety.

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·December 26, 2023·4 min read

Global Genetic Insights into Problematic Alcohol Use

A new study uncovers a shared genetic basis for problematic alcohol use (PAU) across diverse ancestries. This research broadens our understanding of PAU's genetic architecture and its consequences, including its role as a major cause of health problems and death.

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·December 1, 2023·4 min read

Peptide PACAP’s Key Role in Alcohol Addiction

Alcohol, the world's most common addictive substance, leads to $249 billion in annual costs and 88,000 deaths in the U.S. Alcohol use disorder affects millions but is under-treated. Researchers discovered a key player in alcohol addiction: pituitary adenylate cyclase activating polypeptide (PACAP).

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·November 30, 2023·9 min read

Cannabis and Alcohol Co-use Impacts Adolescent Brain and Behavior

Recent studies reveal effects of cannabis and alcohol co-use on adolescent rats, simulating human behavior. Rats voluntarily consumed THC-infused treats and alcohol, allowing researchers to observe changes in brain structure and behavior.

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·October 31, 2023·4 min read

Hormonal Link in Alcohol Withdrawal Headaches

Alcohol use disorder impacts 283 million individuals globally, with limited therapeutic options. Researchers discovered a significant connection between the stress hormone, corticotropin-releasing factor (CRF), and alcohol-withdrawal headaches.

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·September 18, 2023·5 min read

Genetic Link Between Eating Disorders and Alcohol Use Discovered

A comprehensive study of adolescent twins unveils a genetic nexus between disordered eating and alcohol use disorders (AUDs). This correlation underscores worse outcomes, including fatality, especially when these conditions manifest simultaneously in younger teens.

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AUD

Ozempic May Reduce Alcohol Abuse Risk

Protein Gel Curbs Alcohol Absorption

Sex-Specific Brain Responses to Alcohol Craving

Genetics of Alcohol Use Explored

Compound May Curb Alcohol Dependence

Diabetes, Pollution, and Alcohol Amplify Dementia Risk

Targeting Stress Neurons Could Curb Problem Alcohol Use

Global Genetic Insights into Problematic Alcohol Use

Peptide PACAP’s Key Role in Alcohol Addiction

Cannabis and Alcohol Co-use Impacts Adolescent Brain and Behavior

Hormonal Link in Alcohol Withdrawal Headaches

Genetic Link Between Eating Disorders and Alcohol Use Discovered

How Scientists Cracked the Ketamine Code for Depression

Brain Prioritizes “Sound Offsets” During Hearing Repair

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