high cholesterol and semaglutide Does Ozempic lower cholesterol? Semaglutide and Cholesterol: Clinical Effects

2020 (PMC7692797) confirmed glucocorticoid receptors on intestinal L-cells (the cells that make GLP-1) reduced both PPG expression and secretory responsiveness

Gales BJ, Gales MA

Other contributors can include: Thyroid disease Vitamin deficiencies unrelated to GLP-1 use Alcohol use Autoimmune or inflammatory conditions Spine issues (neck or lower back nerve compression) Anxiety and hyperventilation (which can cause tingling around the mouth and hands) Medication effects or interactions (varies widely depending on your full regimen) Because many adults using GLP-1 medications also manage hypertension, cholesterol, diabetes, reflux, or mood symptoms, it's common to have multiple medications in play

Appetite suppression Semaglutide acts on specific receptors in the brain to reduce appetite and increase feelings of fullness

Epub 2024 Jan 17

Also, age is a factor