npr glp-1 DR. BETSY DOVEC, #1 female weight loss surgeon and founder of @bodybybariatrics // interviewed with @npr for a radio interview and digital article on the topic of GLP-1s. Read the full interview Starting GLP-1 medications or newer

GLP-1 achieves this mainly by stimulating insulin secretion and inhibiting the release of glucagon [2]

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To examine whether the chemical conjugation of MK-801 to GLP-1 mitigates the adverse hyperthermic and hyperlocomotive effects of MK-801, mice were subjected to body temperature measurements and open-field behavioural tests after chronic and acute drug administration, respectively

How Trulicity works Trulicity mimics one hormone called GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1), which: Slows food movement through your stomach, helping you feel fuller for longer Communicates with your brains appetite centre to reduce hunger Improves blood sugar control by enhancing insulin function How Mounjaro works Mounjaro activates two hormone receptors: Like Trulicity, it activates the GLP-1 receptor It also activates GIP (glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide), a second gut hormone involved in appetite and blood sugar regulation This dual-action is the primary reason Mounjaro produces greater weight loss and blood sugar improvements than GLP-1-only medications like Trulicity

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