Miyawaki K, Yamada Y, Ban N et al (2002) Inhibition of gastric inhibitory polypeptide signaling prevents obesity
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
Together, this system is called the hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal, or HPG, axis
Updated May 2025: Womans World reached out to Sprout Health for an interview and to get clarification on how it is adapting to the ever-changing GLP-1 landscape
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