[4] evaluated the distribution of GLP-1R in human brains and demonstrated its presence in all neurons of the parietal cortex, in the ARC, PVN, VMN, area postrema, dorsal motor nucleus of the vagus in the medulla oblongata, and in the NTS
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It plays a crucial role in glucose homeostasis by: Enhancing insulin secretion from pancreatic beta cells in a glucose-dependent manner [8] [9] Suppressing glucagon release , thereby reducing hepatic glucose production Slowing gastric emptying , which moderates postprandial glucose excursions Promoting satiety through actions on appetite centres in the brain GLP-1 receptor agonists mimic these physiological effects but with extended half-lives, allowing for once-weekly or once-daily administration
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