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In Your Pancreas GLP-1 stimulates your pancreatic beta cells to release insulin, but only when blood sugar is elevated
These nutrient-based secretagogues include: Dietary lipids, especially triacylglycerol which is the primary fat found in foods Dietary carbohydrates, particularly those yielding glucose Short chain fatty acids (SCFAs) produced from fiber fermentation by gut microbes The high density of L-cells in the large intestine makes it a prime target for SCFA-mediated GLP-1 secretion
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Dosing frequency depends on the specific GLP-1 prescribed: Once-daily injections (e } What to Expect After Starting GLP-1 Injections Its common for licensed providers to start patients at a lower dose, which may minimize side effects and build tolerance
Recent research suggests genetic variants in GLP-1 receptor pathways account for up to 30% variability in medication response and side effect experience