But understanding the benefits is only half the picture
Klotho mimetics can theoretically suppress phosphate reabsorption in the kidneys, and if KLOW replicates this effect at high doses, the result is phosphate depletion that manifests as muscle weakness, bone demineralization, and in severe cases, rhabdomyolysis
"This research is very important because alcohol and drug addiction are major causes of illness and death, yet there are still only a few effective treatment options," said lead researcher Lorenzo Leggio, MD, Ph.D., of the National Institute on Drug Abuse and the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism
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