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ALS Untangled does not endorse insulin treatment for ALS

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InsulinALSUntangled · 7 December 2023

ALS Untangled says insulin is an area for future research but is not supported as an ALS treatment at present. It reports no clinical evidence that insulin slows, stops or reverses ALS progression in people with ALS (PALS).

Why this matters

People with ALS should not view insulin as an established treatment based on current evidence. Insulin administration can carry significant and potentially lethal risks, according to the review.

Limitations and context

This conclusion comes from an independent expert review, not a new clinical trial. The review says further research may be warranted, but it does not provide evidence that insulin benefits people with ALS.

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