Key Takeaways: GLP-1 vs GIP Both are incretin hormones released by your intestines after eating GLP-1 primarily affects appetite, gastric emptying, and insulin secretion GIP influences insulin secretion, glucagon regulation, and fat metabolism Single GLP-1 agonists (semaglutide) produce 14.9% average weight loss Dual GLP-1/GIP agonists (tirzepatide) produce 22.5% average weight loss The dual action appears to create additive rather than merely overlapping effects Both receptor types play important roles in metabolic regulation Understanding the difference helps explain why tirzepatide shows superior results What Are Incretin Hormones
It won't be available by prescription until 20272028 at the earliest
"For example, tracking changes in taste could help gauge whether the treatment is working beyond weight loss
These injectable medications contain a form of the hormone called GLP-1, which regulates insulin production in the body, suppresses hunger signals to the brain and slows digestion, a powerful weight-loss-promoting combination
Significant fatigue or energy crashes that do not resolve by mid-week
The medication should typically be stored under refrigeration at temperatures between 36F and 46F (2C to 8C) to maintain optimal stability of both active ingredients