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The inhibitory effects of peripheral administration of peptide YY(3-36) and glucagon-like peptide-1 on food intake are attenuated by ablation of the vagal-brainstem-hypothalamic pathway

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Additionally, Semaglutide slows gastric emptying, promoting sustained feelings of fullness and satiety, which helps patients manage appetite and reduce calorie intake

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It triggers metabolic pathways , including GLP-1, that regulate blood sugar and appetite

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