This timing prevents blood sugar crashes, distributes protein intake evenly, manages nausea through consistent small portions, and maintains metabolism
It helps regulate blood sugar by: Stimulating insulin release only when blood sugar is high Suppressing glucagon secretion Slowing stomach emptying Reducing appetite Increasing satiety People with Type 2 diabetes often have a reduced GLP-1 response, contributing to poor glucose control and weight gain
These effects are generally mild and tend to improve as the body adjusts to the management
It is less directly useful for: Adults at a healthy weight without diabetes, considering GLP-1 as primary cancer prevention
Oxidative stress suppresses the expression of these antioxidant defenses, but GSH has been shown to reduce stress markers such as ROS, H 2 O 2 , oxidized glutathione (GSSG), and LPO