balance. strengthen. maintain. balance. strengthen. maintain. *These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any diseases. *These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any diseases. 6 | Independent LifeVantage Consultant, The Marvin Group USA What is GLP-1? Here’s what it does: Blood Sugar Maintenance: GLP-1 hormone stimulates insulin release from the pancreas when blood glucose levels rise, like after a meal. Insulin helps cells absorb glucose, lowering blood sugar. It also suppresses glucagon, a hormone that tells the liver to release stored glucoses. Slows Digestion: It slows gastric emptying, meaning food moves more gradually from the stomach to the intestines. This helps regulate healthy blood sugar to make you feel full longer. Appetite Regulation: GLP-1 hormone acts on the hypothalamus in the brain, reducing hunger signals. This is a big deal for weight management. How GLP-1 Hormone Functions Triggered by Food Intake When you eat, the L-cells in your small intestine release GLP-1 hormones into the bloodstream. This release happens within minutes of eating, as the presence of nutrients in the gut stimulates these cells. Stimulates Insulin Release (Blood Sugar Maintenance) GLP-1 hormone tells the pancreas to release insulin after a heavy meal, the insulin then helps cells (like muscle and fat cells) absorb glucose supporting healthy blood sugar levels. Suppresses Glucagon Secretion By suppressing glucagon, GLP-1 hormone prevents the liver from adding more glucose to the bloodstream when it’s not needed. Slows Gastric Emptying (Digestion Regulation) GLP-1 hormone slows down the rate at which the stomach empties its contents into the small intestine. It also contributes to a feeling of fullness (satiety), as food stays in the stomach longer. Reduces Appetite (Brain Interaction) GLP-1 hormone crosses the blood-brain barrier and acts on the hypothalamus, a region of the brain that regulates hunger and energy balance. Improves Cardiovascular Health (Indirectly) While not a direct mechanism, GLP-1 hormone effects healthy blood sugar, weight, and possibly the inflammatory response. Interacts with hypothalamus to increase satiety BRAIN Improves ability to pump blood HEART Delays gastric emptying, promotes fullness STOMACH Decreases glucose production LIVER Stimulates insulin release, to support healthy blood sugar PANCREAS 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 2 3 4 5 6 Independent LifeVantage Consultant, The Marvin Group USA | 7 GLP-1, or Glucagon-Like Peptide-1, is a hormone produced in the gut, specifically by the L-cells in the intestines, in response to food intake. It’s part of the body’s incretin system, which helps maintain healthy blood sugar levels and appetite.
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