GLP-1 agonists mimic the hormone GLP-1 that your body produces naturally to stimulate your pancreas to release insulin
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Why GLP-1 Medications Are Gaining Attention GLP-1s (glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists) help regulate appetite and blood sugar by: Reducing hunger Enhancing satiety Improving insulin secretion and slowing gastric emptying Reducing food cravings and food noise My role as a dietitian in GLP-1 use As a registered dietitian and nutritionist, I work with many clients taking Ozempic, Wegovy, Saxenda, and Mounjaro [For a list of the GLP-1 medications, see Figure 1 of this article]
This mechanism is central to both its appetite-suppressing effects and its GI side effects
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