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It slows gastric emptying, which means food moves more slowly from the stomach into the intestines, helping reduce sharp post-meal blood sugar spikes. Wegovy also increases feelings of fullness and reduces appetite by acting on appetite-regulating centers in the brain. It enhances glucose-dependent insulin secretion while suppressing inappropriate glucagon release, improving overall glucose stability. These mechanisms explain why semaglutide-based medications have been shown to lower A1C levels in people with type 2 diabetes, even when weight loss is not the primary treatment goal. Benefits for Diabetic and Prediabetic Patients Although Wegovy is not approved as a type 2 diabetes treatment, some people with insulin resistance or prediabetes may experience improvements in metabolic markers while using it under medical supervision