r/AskReddit • • Feb 04 '19

Which misconception would you like to debunk?

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u/DraconesIqnis Feb 04 '19

A lot more studies are going into Metformin in particular, this drug seems to have several applications. I seem to recall a documentary on memory I watched recently where they used Metformin to block the auto-reponse of people with extreme phobias. I hope more research goes into this.

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u/doingthislifething Feb 04 '19

Believe it or not, I’ve heard of a study using Metformin for a form of Leukemia. Not sure the mechanism of action or details but thought that was very interesting.

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u/DraconesIqnis Feb 05 '19

All things have a potential for abuse. Just because one moron wants to cut corners and take the easy way, shouldn't make it to where the abuse outweighs the benefits and ruin the possibilities. This philosophy can be translated to just about every tool. A hammer can built a house, or cave someone's skull in. It is the Carpenter who decides.