what does a glp-1 do Why are agonists being used to treat patients with nonalcoholic fatty liver disease? GLP-1 in Diabetes Care

Over the past two decades, the discovery of the incretin hormone glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) and the subsequent success of blockbuster diabetes medications targeting GLP-1 signaling transformed the translational research field

And thats where things get really complex

Discovery of ecnoglutide - A novel, long-acting, cAMP-biased glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) analog

Early studies suggest they may lessen alcohol cravings by acting on brain reward pathways, opening the door to new options for supporting recovery

Acknowledgements Mr Mike Bonar, Creative Director at Leicester Diabetes Centre, designed and created all Figures