It communicates with your brain to reduce appetite, tells your liver to slow glucose production, and slows gastric emptying so you feel full longer
Patient-specific factors Choice of GLP-1 medication also depends on certain factors like the presence of renal or hepatic issues, history of severe gastrointestinal side effects (gallstones, severe stomach pain, and pancreatitis), blood sugar levels, and weight loss goals
PCOS is also linked to other health conditions, including metabolic issues such as insulin resistance and type 2 diabetes ( 3 )
Semaglutide works by activating GLP-1 receptors in the brain and digestive system to reduce hunger and slow stomach emptying, but this mechanism occurs alongside whatever thyroid-related metabolic state you already have
ANP: atrial natriuretic peptide
About a 20% reduction in daily calorie intake