Foods That Suppress Appetite by Targeting the Brain’s Hunger Receptors

Appetite suppression is one way to achieve weight loss efforts. (1) Weight-loss programs often prioritize protein when tracking macronutrients since it boosts satiety, helping curb appetite and reduce calorie intake. One way protein promotes satiety is by stimulating the release of GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide 1), a natural hormone produced in the small intestine. GLP-1 regulates appetite by signaling the brain to reduce…

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