GIP receptor activation enhances glucose-dependent insulin secretion, promotes adipose tissue lipid storage and adipokine secretion, and may potentiate GLP-1 effects on appetite
As increased BMI impairs GLP-1 secretion and aggravates insulin resistance, the supraphysiological infusions of GLP-1 may act as a positive feedback signal in obese patients to improve insulin sensitivity and reduce chronic obesity
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Since animal studies suggest semaglutide could potentially harm offspring, its not recommended for women who are pregnant or breastfeeding
150,152,153 Activation of the GLP-1R can enhance insulin secretion, reduce glucagon secretion, delay gastric emptying, 154 and suppress appetite
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