GLP-1 medications are a class of prescription drugs that play a crucial role in managing obesity and diabetes. The GLP-1 hormone function is primarily to regulate blood sugar levels by enhancing insulin secretion when needed. These medications mimic the natural glucagon-like peptide-1 hormone, which your intestine releases after eating. This process helps slow down gastric emptying, meaning the stomach releases food into the small intestine more gradually, enhancing satiety and reducing … [Read more...]