Human serum albumin homeostasis: a new look at the roles of synthesis, catabolism, renal and gastrointestinal excretion, and the clinical value of serum albumin measurements
Scientists believe corticosteroids can cause depression and mood symptoms by lowering levels of serotonin, a chemical in the brain that is involved in mood regulation
A 42-year-old female with longstanding profound fatigue, chronic pain, asthma, multiple food intolerances, GI symptoms including diarrhea, urticaria, food cravings, weight gain, and migraine who was essentially housebound due to constant exhaustion (she estimated 30% of normal energy) took tirzepitide at 3.75 mg principally to address obesity
Most importantly, it facilitates the transport of long-chain fatty acids into the mitochondria for use in ATP production
doi: 10.1038/srep41085 (2017)