Because they are much smaller than proteins, they can travel easily through the body and plug into specific receptors on your cells to deliver a clear message, such as start repairing this tissue. Because they are so specific, they generally dont interfere with other parts of the body where they arent needed
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GLP-1 drugs like semaglutide are designed for weight loss and blood sugar control, not thyroid disease treatment
*Not recognized as an essential nutrient by the AAFCO Cat Food Nutrient Profiles
In adipose and muscle tissue, GLP-1 and GLP-1R agonists (i.e., exenatide) have an insulin-like effect by stimulating intracellular glucose transport via phosphorylation of AMP-activated protein Kinase (AMPK) and the subsequent translocation of glucose transporter 4 (Glut-4) into the plasma membrane [24]