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The physiological role of GLP-1 mainly regulates glucose levels by stimulating the secretion of insulin, inhibiting the secretion of glucagon and regulating gastric emptying, thereby enhancing bone formation (Hare et al., 2009)

There are reports of persons using GLP-1 inhibitors losing their interest in alcohol, says Anne McTiernan, MD, PhD, an internist and epidemiologist at Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center in Seattle, who studies ways to prevent cancer through lifestyle changes like weight loss

Nearly half of all participants achieved at least 25% weight loss, and a meaningful portion exceeded 30% or even 35%

The agents used included liraglutide, semaglutide, tirzepatide, and other GLP-1RAs