In common parlance, they are sometimes just called GLP-1 drugs or even referred to by popular brand names (for example, Ozempic has become shorthand for all GLP-1 medications in the public eye
This simple yet effective treatment can greatly reduce pain and swelling, and help you get back to enjoying the things you love
Its why many people on GLP-1 medications report that meals satisfy them for hours when they used to feel hungry again within an hour or two
They also appear to provide additional metabolic benefits, such as improved insulin sensitivity and better blood sugar control
For example, a novel dual agonist of GLP-1/GIP receptors significantly increased BDNF levels in a mouse model of Parkinsons disease, induced by 1-methyl-4-phenyl-1,2,3,6-tetrahydropyridine (MPTP) administration [53]