Gut-brain connection: The neuroprotective effects of the anti-diabetic drug liraglutide
Physiology of peripheral and central GLP-1 signaling GLP-1 is a 30-amino acid peptide synthetized by enteroendocrine L cells of the small and large intestine, and also in the brain primarily by neurons of the nucleus tractus solitarius (NTS) within the caudal brainstem as a product of tissue-specific posttranslational cleavage of a larger precursor molecule preproglucagon (PPG)
Plasticizers, Binders, and Sweeteners Plasticizers such as glycerin may influence strip flexibility, while binders and taste-masking ingredients can affect texture, consistency, and formulation characteristics
Many patients report mild gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, diarrhea, or stomach discomfort, while others may notice changes in mood, energy levels, or sleep patterns
As spicy foods cause tarry black stools, avoiding acai, anise, buckwheat, cardamom, and celery seeds is best