The retina houses the sensory cells responsible for vision, rod and cone photoreceptors, which are the most metabolically active cells in the body 2,5
245,246 Hence, GLP-1 activates -cells and promotes somatostatin secretion, forming a multi-layered inhibitory mechanism that effectively reduces glucagon secretion
Research shows that restoring GH levels through secretagogue use can enhance immune cell function, improve resistance to infections, support overall immune health, and possibly reduce swelling
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Ipamorelin, used intermittently, shows less published evidence of rapid desensitization, though continuous infusion models in animals do show blunting
Nonetheless, rigorous clinical trials are needed to establish the safety, efficacy, and optimal protocols for these combination regimens in MASLD patients (5658)