Discovering the Benefits: Natural Foods that Support Weight Loss and Gut Health with GLP-1
Annie and LJ sat across from each other at Ruby’s, their favorite café, sipping herbal tea and watching patrons coming in for breakfast or leaving with purchases from its bakery. Annie sighed and smiled; it was her kind of perfect Saturday morning. Once the farmer’s market opened, they would walk across the street to shop, greet friends, and enjoy the brisk, clear day.
“You know, LJ, it’s fascinating how weight loss medications have become so popular lately. It’s a relief to see progress in treating obesity as a medical condition instead of shaming people for it. I, for one, am glad to see the results of research that is producing medical answers for medical diseases. Naturally, it made me wonder if there are foods that support satiety (feeling of fullness) and can also support and maintain weight loss.”
“There are,” nodded LJ. “These new medications are game changers, but let’s not forget the power of whole foods. Did you know about Glucagon-Like Peptide-1 (GLP-1)? It is an important hormone that plays a big role in weight and overall health. Here’s how it works:
1. Keeps Blood Sugar in Check: GLP-1 tells our body to release insulin, which helps control blood sugar levels. This prevents spikes in sugar after eating.
