J Cardiovasc Med (Hagerstown)
Having overweight or obesity can contribute to hormonal imbalances, insulin resistance, chronic inflammation, and altered reproductive hormone signaling, all of which may impair fertility
This effect has led to the use of medications that stimulate the release of GLP-1 in the treatment of Type 2 Diabetes and obesity
Anti-inflammatory effects of GLP-1 medicines independent of weight loss Several GLP-1 medicines, including semaglutide, liraglutide, and exenatide, reduce plasma levels of C-reactive protein (CRP), a surrogate of systemic inflammation, in people with obesity or T2D
They also delay aging , reduce free radical damage, and increase overall vitality