GLP-1

Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor (GLP-1) agonist, helps your pancreas release insulin to decrease blood sugar levels which promotes weight loss. This is done by activating a blood-sugar regulating protein found within the beta cells of your pancreas. It delays stomach emptying leading to a feeling of fullness & satisfaction, and slows intestinal motility. Studies1 have shown that using a GLP-1 once weekly plus lifestyle intervention was associated with sustained, clinically relevant reduction in body weight.1 Participates are showing real results with an average of 12-15lbs loss per month!

​

In a GLP-1 weight loss trial2 that included almost 2000 adults with BMIs of 30 and greater, more than half of the participants lost 15% of their body weight. Most of the participants lost at least 10% of their body weight. The participants were not diabetic indicating GLP-1's are beneficial for weight loss in non-diabetic persons. Also, the participants taking GLP-1s showed improvements in blood pressure, blood sugar, and heart disease risk.

​

References:

1. https://www.fda.gov/news-events/press-announcements/fda-approves-new-drug-treatment-chronic-weight-management-first-2014

2. https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMoa2032183