These observations are posited to be due to the potential of the peptide to increase growth hormone and subsequently IGF-1, a purported anabolic mediator of growth hormone
This means training sessions may feel more sustainable over time, particularly during endurance-focused training blocks or calorie-restricted phases
In the early 1990s, a major clue for extending GLP-1 action came from an unlikely source: venomous lizards
Current studies indicate that insulin regulation involves several mechanisms, including pancreatic cell protection, modulation of cell proliferation and apoptosis, oxidative stress reduction, insulin signaling activation, increased insulin secretion, inhibition of glucose uptake, gut microbiome regulation, and attenuation of inflammatory responses (373)
For GLP-1 medications, that means strategic use to support quieting food noise without making your appetite disappear, says registered dietician Sahar Berjis, founder of InnerHealth and Wellness
Dual-action GLP-1/GIP receptor agonists like Zepbound can also mimic the action of GIP, a hormone that helps regulate blood sugar levels and metabolism