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]
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The most important and most frequently used indication for DPP-4 inhibitors is their add-on use in patients who are not sufficiently controlled on metformin monotherapy (12, 1719, 21, 22)
Patients treated with GLP-1 medication have experienced significant reductions in body weight, with an average loss of 15% to 20% of their initial weight throughout treatment