There is no officially validated weight-based dosing protocol for retatrutide
Produced primarily in specialised L-cells within your small intestine, this powerful peptide performs multiple crucial functions (2): Slows gastric emptying, helping you feel full for longer after meals Stimulates insulin release when blood glucose levels rise, supporting healthy blood sugar balance Suppresses glucagon production, preventing unnecessary glucose release from the liver Directly signals the brain's appetite centres, reducing food cravings and promoting satiety What's particularly fascinating is that GLP-1 release isn't just triggered by the food you eatit's profoundly influenced by the bacterial communities living in your gut
116 The strong expression of DPP4 on the proximal tubular brush border suggests that drugs primarily eliminated by the kidneys may have better access to tubular DPP4
Smoothie of the Month: Strawberry Glow What happens when you blend strawberries, bananas, Medjool dates, collagen powder, almond milk, and a pinch of salt
Some of my faves include: Medik8 C-Tetra Lipid Vitamin C Radiance Serum (squalane based serum, formulated with THD-ascorbate) Glow Recipe Guava Dark Spot Vitamin C Serum (contains all 5 derivates mentioned above!) Allies of Skin 20% Vitamin C Firm + Brighten Serum (expensive but effective formula containing a high concentration of 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid) Mad Hippie Vitamin C Serum (a gentle serum formulated with SAP, ideal for acne-prone skin) Vitamin C derivates need a little more time and patience to see results, so make sure to give them at least a month to work
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