[1] As a glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) and glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GIP) receptor agonist, Zepbound works by mimicking natural hormones that regulate appetite and blood sugar levels
This can be especially key for those with the condition, as over time, high blood sugar levels can lead to complications of diabetes , such as kidney failure, nerve damage, vision loss, heart problems, and more
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Winzeler 2019 used dulaglutide, which shares the GLP-1 arm of tirzepatides mechanism but lacks GIP activation, and it found no HPA effect
Itll be the next big hit
While a quality diet and exercise are pillars of any healthy lifestyle, with effects on health measures besides weight, they have historically fallen short of treating obesity