Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists suppress water intake independent of effects on food intake

McKay, Naomi J.; Kanoski, Scott E.; Hayes, Matthew R.; Daniels, Derek

doi:10.1152/ajpregu.00472.2011

Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists suppress water intake independent of effects on food intake

Glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) is produced by and released from the small intestine following ingestion of nutrients. GLP-1 receptor (GLP-1R) agonists applied peripherally or centrally decrease food intake and increase glucose-stimulated insulin secretion. These effects make the GLP-1 system an …