Why GLP-1 Medications Are Gaining Attention GLP-1s (glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists) help regulate appetite and blood sugar by: Reducing hunger Enhancing satiety Improving insulin secretion and slowing gastric emptying Reducing food cravings and food noise My role as a dietitian in GLP-1 use As a registered dietitian and nutritionist, I work with many clients taking Ozempic, Wegovy, Saxenda, and Mounjaro [For a list of the GLP-1 medications, see Figure 1 of this article]
According to the nonprofit organization, this is believed to be due to earlier screenings, better treatments and increased awareness
Research Evidence Growth Hormone Stimulation Studies The foundational 1984 study by Bowers and colleagues in Endocrinology demonstrated that GHRP-6 specifically elicited a dose-dependent release of GH in vitro and in vivo without concomitant release of LH, FSH, TSH, or prolactin at standard doses
The highest risk was in semaglutide (HR=1.39), then liraglutide (HR=1.25)
Obesity, metabolic dysfunction, and ocular pathology exhibit intricate interconnections that warrant further investigation 10,16