GLP-1 medications work by resetting appetite and metabolic set points
Protein also plays a crucial role in preserving muscle mass during weight loss, making it an essential part of a balanced diet
Siamashvili M, Davis SN (2021) Update on the effects of GLP-1 receptor agonists for the treatment of polycystic ovary syndrome
Many patients find symptoms improve as the body adjusts to the medication over several weeks, though individual experiences vary
When you eat, these L-cells release GLP-1 into the bloodstream, where it performs several metabolic functions: signaling the pancreas to release insulin in response to rising blood glucose, slowing gastric emptying to promote satiety, and interacting with brain appetite centers to influence feelings of fullness
Direct effects on the sinoatrial node or cardiac tissue may also play a role, as GLP-1 receptors have been identified in cardiac tissue