GLP-1 receptor agonists are medications that mimic this hormone, triggering a cascade of metabolic signals: they slow gastric emptying (keeping you full longer), reduce appetite through hypothalamic signaling, enhance insulin secretion in response to meals, and improve glucose homeostasis
Saunders, MD, DABOM, an obesity physician at Weill Cornell Medicine, says GLP-1s have proven to be nothing short of a miracle for patients with obesity and sleep apnea. Since it generally requires more weight loss to improve OSA compared to other weight-related health complications, GLP-1s are complete game-changers for patients with both conditions, according to Saunders
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GLP-1 tapering and long-term weight management If youre taking a GLP-1 for type 2 diabetes, you will likely stay on your maintenance dose unless your doctor recommends otherwise