This is not surprising as only 23% of children with ASD and MD have a known mtDNA abnormality
GLP-1 and similar medicines can help by reducing some of these signals
Trintellix didn't work
That research is now underway with Eli Lillys phase 3 trial, launched in April 2025, which lowered the BMI threshold to 25 , allowing more people with type 1 diabetes to qualify
Clinical studies evaluated appetite, food cravings, eating habits, gastrointestinal symptoms, body composition, waist measurements, blood sugar, and overall metabolic health throughout treatment
Understanding that weeks 3-8 will likely involve significant nausea, possible vomiting, and general discomfort separates successful candidates from those who discontinue early