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Incretin

Weight Loss

Class of gut hormones that boost insulin after meals. GLP-1 and GIP are the two main incretins.

Incretin hormones are released by gut cells after eating and signal the pancreas to release insulin. GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1) and GIP (glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide) are the two main incretins. Most modern weight/diabetes drugs target these pathways.

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