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These drugs work by mimicking a natural hormone called GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1), which helps regulate blood sugar, appetite, and digestion
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While much of the conversation around peptides comes from social media and fitness communities, there is also ongoing scientific work including here in Canada exploring their potential role in medicine
As the field moves toward oral small molecules such as Elecoglipron, balancing innovation with rigorous safety science will remain central to the future of GLP-1 therapeutics