This hormone: Triggers the release of insulin from the pancreas Blocks the liver from secreting glucagon, the hormone used to increase blood sugar Slows digestion Increases the feeling of fullness after meals The newness of GLP-1 RAs: As a recent innovation, theres ongoing conversation about the potential impact of GLP-1 RAs on thyroid function and medications like levothyroxine
And GLP-1 may help make it easier to stick to a calorie-restricted diet
In research catalogs, it is often grouped with muscle growth and performance peptides due to its studied role in growth hormone pathways and related metabolic processes
While Ozempic mimics one hormone, Tirzepatide (Mounjaro/Zepbound) is a twincretin. It mimics both GLP-1 and GIP (Glucose-dependent Insulinotropic Polypeptide)
Notes: 5 mmol = 90 mg/dL, 4 mmol/L = 72 mg/dL, 3.2 mmol/L = 58 mg/dL
Regular monitoring and communication with healthcare providers can help identify and manage potential interactions before they become clinically significant