GLP-1s have exploded in popularity, to the where, according to the Kaiser Family Foundation, 12% of adults has taken Ozempic or another GLP-1 drug
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They mimic the effects of endogenous GLP-1, which is produced in the intestines in response to food intake, and by activating the GLP-1 receptor they enhance glucose-dependent insulin secretion, inhibit glucagon release, and slow gastric emptying
And they can be incredibly effective, especially when used over a long stretch of time
However, rapid escalation should only be done under medical supervision to avoid side effects like nausea and dizziness