Quick Facts- GLP-1 and Natural Alternatives GLP-1 is a hormone produced naturally in your gut after eating- it signals fullness and regulates blood sugar GLP-1 drugs mimic this hormone pharmacologically at much higher concentrations than natural production No natural supplement exactly replicates pharmaceutical GLP-1 drug effects- this must be stated honestly Certain natural compounds support GLP-1 secretion and metabolic health through complementary mechanisms Curcumin from turmeric has been shown to stimulate GLP-1 secretion in gut cells in research Moringa supports post-meal blood sugar regulation through different but complementary mechanisms Natural approaches are most relevant for prediabetes and metabolic health maintenance- not for treating clinical obesity What GLP-1 Actually Does- Simply Explained GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1) is a hormone your intestinal cells produce in response to eating
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"The fact that there's a medically approved prescription for managing weight and staying healthier, in my lifetime, feels like relief, like redemption, like a gift, and not something to hide behind and once again be ridiculed for." She continued, "I'm absolutely done with the shaming from other people, and particularly myself." Winfrey, who will turn 70 in January, did not name the type of medication she is taking
a more favorable option for some patients Side Effects: Black Box Warning: RISK OF THYROID C-CELL TUMORS Reference: rxlist.com (Tanzeum) Dulaglutide Drug Name: Trulicity (FDA Approved 9/18/14) GLP-1 receptor agonist, hypoglycemic Pharmacokinetics: Long acting (half life: 5 days) subcutaneous pen injections weekly dosing (vs daily dosing for some other GLP-1 agonists such as exenatide, liraglutide & lixisenatide) a more favorable dosing option for some patients Side Effects: Black Box Warning: RISK OF THYROID C-CELL TUMORS References: Masharani U, Kroon L (2024): Pancreatic Hormones & Antidiabetic Drugs (Chapter 41)
