Glucagon-like peptide 1 induces natriuresis in healthy subjects and in insulin-resistant obese men
For a subset of plastic surgeons, the GLP-1/aesthetics crossover moment also included prescribing semaglutide (the active ingredient in Ozempic and Wegovy) to select patients before body-contouring procedures, like tummy tucks, to help them reach a safe weight for surgery (higher BMIs are associated with a greater risk of complications) and to shrink the visceral fat in their abdomens, allowing for a more dramatic cinching of waistlines
Rare but serious risks, such as pancreatitis, must also be considered
A study on the Mediterranean Diet, which is high in olive oil, showed that GLP-1 concentrations were higher after meals as compared to a high fiber vegetarian diet
Evidence that intestinal glucagonlike peptide-1 plays a physiological role in satiety
By focusing on high-fiber, protein-rich, and fermented foods, you can support your bodys natural GLP-1 production and enjoy the benefits of better appetite control, weight management, and blood sugar regulation