Weight loss drugs have profound health impacts, and researchers at Virginia Tech said they’ve discovered another one.

Excessive alcohol consumption is associated with serious health risks, including liver disease and increased cancer rates. However, a new study from the university reveals that GLP-1 agonist drugs — commonly used for weight loss — affect alcohol absorption in the same way they influence food digestion.

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