Are There Natural GLP-1 Agonists?

You’ve probably heard of weight loss drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy, or Mounjaro - all of which function as Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists or GLP-1 boosters. But did you know that many natural substances including foods, spices, and even beneficial bacteria can also be GLP-1 boosters? Watch to learn how you can lose weight and balance your blood sugar using “Nature’s Ozempic!”

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[kustomdeluxe]

Hi Dr Kate, 3 years ago I started Keto doing most everything you mentioned. I lost 45 lbs. and dropped A1c from 7.9 to 5.2, Trigs from 252 to 55, Hdl up from 45 to 90. After a year I started leaning toward Ketovore and Carnivore and gained 20 lbs. back in less that 2 years. Seems if I eat more than 1000 calories/day I gain weight. I do OMAD or 2MAD also and the weight I gain is always belly fat. Just switched back to the original plan, more veg, less meat, Berberine, AVC, nuts, etc. I also have most Hypothyroid symptoms (runs in the family) which may be part of the problem. I look like a skinny 62 YO guy that is pregnant but has great labs, go figure.

[JessMN]

Super helpful. My eating disorder therapist refers to glp-1 meds as "medical anorexia" which may be harsh but for someone with a history of eating disorders it is probably absolutely correct. It can be very tempting to want to use them to lose weight but I am trying to do it using real foods and supplements now (yes I have a history of anorexia but I'm considered obese now, after decades of not eating my body wants to hold on to every molecule of food I put in my mouth now and it's really stressful for me)

[megabaneen]

Great explanations.. Where are the links you spoke about in the video??

[KathleenMcCormickLCSWMPH]

Thanks for these natural solutions, doctor!

[cindysams]

Good Heavens I've been helping clients for 23 years EAT correctly for fat loss, balance all hormones, heal 'diseases', release inflammation and strengthen their muscles.... let alone gain flexibility, better posture, sleep energy and DETOX junk out of their bodies. Thanks for posting about FOOD and SPICES.

[BobbiStan]

Thank you for the wonderful information. Where can I find the Kate approved supplements?

[Teresa-dgyn]

One of the products that you have suggested has green tea which is so good for our bodies, but, I cannot have caffeine. Do you have any suggestions? Thank you Dr Kate for this amazing teaching!

[marthareyes]

Dr Kate, will taking berberine lower my blood sugar levels if this is okay and would like to take berberine for weight loss?

[mostlovelyc]

@DrKateLyzengaDean can I substitute avocado oil for olive oil? Or will it be less effective? Thanks.

[stsimonsTV]

Where can I find the "show notes" for your supplement recommendations?

[HeidiSue]

I'm a fan of cultivating a healthy gut biome for immune system support, but I never knew that it also is conducive to these GLP-1 thingies. Time to get some kimchi in the house LOL

[Naava]

Thank you for sharing. I couldn’t find any of the links to the products you mentioned in the video can you please share

[mkshffr]

But by boosting insulin production wouldn't this make insulin resistance worse?

[SilviaOrr]

Where is the link to the recommended GLP1 boosting supplements? Couldn’t find it on the video description.

[chrisperry]

Great video and very informative! Is there any evidence that boosting this naturally carries the same side effects with regard to the thyroid that the synthetic drug has ?

[BridiesMammaG]

Amazingly explained, you have a sub ❤

[fractalbeans]

Thank you for the information! Please, correct me if I am wrong but since GLP1 appears to be thriving in nutritional ketosis, wouldn't it be more logical to change the diet to one that helps maintain nutritional ketosis? True there is some production of ketones by fiber fermenting bacteria but their output is miniscule compared to the 1.5-2.3 mmol/l levels of blood ketones I get on the carnivore diet without oxalates, salycilates, fibre and so on.

[sophieg]

6:45 - A quarter cup of shelled pistachios is about 30 grams. You said that 85 grams of pistachios significantly increased GLP-1 and that's equal to 1/4 cup - this is not accurate. It's either 85 grams (almost 3/4 of a cup) that increases GLP-1 OR it's a quarter cup, but that's 30 grams...Please clarify. Thank you.

[lydiasantiago]

Thank you, much appreciated information. Seems to be sucj an "easy" fix (no.offense to those who use it, my mother included) but i prefer a holistic approach i feel better knowing that there are alternative nattural approaches.
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[CptApplestrudl]

From everything I heard and read, GLP1 injections block your hunger pranks or appetite; therefore they help you eat less.
the medication also effects our brain and can give you back the ability to chose to exercise or correct eating patterns yourself.
What it doesnt do is fix your metabolism. If it's for weight loss, you NEED to do strength training AND eat enough to build muscle. This will change your metabolism, helps you burn more calories because your body is no longer in a constant state of starvation, makes you happier since you dont have to watch every little piece you eat and it makes you healthier.
If you change nothing in your life, take GLP1s and go off later, you will likely just regain what you lost.