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Incretins and GLP 1

23/8/2026

 
I spent the whole of last weekend learning about incretins and GLP-1 pathways — an incredible and rapidly emerging area of health and wellbeing.

We explored not only the history, research and clinical applications, but also the role of natural medicine in supporting people using GLP-1 medications and supporting the body’s own incretin and metabolic signalling.
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There is so much more to GLP-1 than weight loss — particularly its relationship with the gut, brain, metabolism and overall health.
Here is a snapshot of what I learned — without all the biochemistry!

Incretins and GLP-1 – the hormones behind Ozempic, Wegovy and Mounjaro
What are incretins – GLP-1 and GIP hormones involved in appetite, blood glucose, digestion and metabolism
What is GLP-1 – natural incretin hormone involved in blood glucose, insulin, appetite, digestion and gut-brain signalling
GLP-1 gut-brain connection – appetite, food reward, motivation, glucose regulation and brain function
GLP-1 receptor agonist medications including Ozempic, Wegovy, Saxenda, Victoza, Trulicity and Mounjaro
GLP-1 beyond weight loss – emerging research into reward, mood, cognition, neuroinflammation and neurodegenerative disease
GLP-1 medications – gastrointestinal side effects, lean mass, nutritional adequacy and weight regain after treatment
Naturopathic support for people using GLP-1 medications including nutrition, muscle preservation, digestive health and lifestyle
Natural GLP-1 support through herbal medicine, nutrition, gut microbiome support, supplements, exercise and lifestyle
Jacqui Fernandez – Ballarat naturopath, nutritionist, psychotherapist and counsellor

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