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TOFA may drive weight loss without reducing food intake

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  • Andrea Surnit

  • August 27, 2026

  • 4 min

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    TOFA reduced body weight and fat mass by an average of 18% in male mice without affecting food intake or lean mass.

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    TOFA improved metabolic parameters, including fasting blood glucose, insulin levels, glucose tolerance, and insulin sensitivity.

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    Increased energy expenditure of approximately 18% was observed in TOFA-treated mice, independent of increased physical activity.

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    TOFA treatment resulted in lower liver triglycerides, cholesterol, and reduced hepatic steatosis and fibrosis in mice.

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    Combination therapy with TOFA and incretin analogs led to greater weight loss and improved glucose control compared to monotherapy.

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