Thermogenic Targets for Obesity Management in the Era of Incretin-Based Therapies
Abstract
The global rise in obesity continues to outpace advances in pharmacologic treatment. While incretin-based therapies have demonstrated significant efficacy in promoting weight loss, their widespread use remains limited by gastrointestinal side effects, long-term tolerability concerns, and access issues. Additionally, sustaining weight loss over time poses an ongoing clinical challenge. These limitations highlight the need for alternative or complementary pharmacologic strategies. One such approach involves stimulating thermogenesis, particularly through the activation of brown and beige adipose tissue. This narrative review focuses on β3 adrenergic receptors as key mediators of browning and thermogenic energy expenditure. We review preclinical and clinical data, address pharmacokinetic and delivery challenges, and assess the translational potential of targeting thermogenesis in the management of obesity. Future directions are proposed to guide the development of safe and effective therapies that utilize this underexplored pharmacologic pathway.
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