It works by stimulating the pancreas to produce insulin in response to food, slowing digestion to promote satiety, suppressing appetite signals, and stimulating the growth of pancreatic beta cells that regulate blood sugar
Final thoughts If youre reading this because youre considering GLP-1 therapy, or already using it and want a more comprehensive approach, here are key take-aways: GLP-1s can be powerful tools for glycemic control and weight/metabolic healthbut they carry side-effects and nutrient risks
and suicidal ideation or behavior (particularly with Wegovy)
In fact, 80-95% of people on diets gain weight after the diet ends due to unrealistic expectations
A review of six studies found that people with type 2 diabetes who were treated with GLP-1 agonists reduced depressive symptoms more than people on other treatments
The bottom line on pricing: the total monthly cost depends on your insurance situation, which medication pathway you end up on, and whether labs are required