In increased dosages, GLP-1 engages the region of the brain that signals patients to feel full, allowing them to curb their appetite and reach satiety faster
But there are other ways the drug improves liver health outside of shedding pounds
Patients dealing with metabolic concerns or those who want to improve their overall health alongside weight loss
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This medication must be started at a low dose and gradually increased to reduce side effects and help your body adjust
The GLP-1/GIP incretins are no different: from their discovery nearly 40 years ago, to their recent FDA approval(s) in obesity, we have walked through the story of how this class of medicines has emerged and developed over time