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The Science and Supply of GLP-1s

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GLP1 Therapy and its Impact on Insulin Regulation

GLP1 is a hormone that helps with insulin regulation, digestion speed after eating, and feeling of fullness. GLP1 therapy mimics this hormone naturally occurring in the body, with advanced drugs mimicking additional hormone pathways. The first GLP-1 drug was approved by the FDA in 2005, contributing to obesity and diabetes management. GLP1 therapy has been used for a long time by endocrinologists and physicians in the obesity space, with significant impacts on weight management and overall health.

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