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These are fair considerations, but they dont outweigh the well-documented benefits from GLP-1s
Effects on body weight DPP-4 inhibitors are weight-neutral, and thus they may be an attractive option for some patients if other options would likely cause additional weight gain
For instance, combining peptides with overlapping mechanisms (e.g., two peptides that promote angiogenesis) might lead to an amplified effect, while combining peptides with distinct but complementary roles (e.g., one for cellular regeneration and another for metabolic regulation) can broaden the scope of your research
By slowing gastric emptying and signaling the brain to feel full, GLP-1 medications support metabolic health and weight loss