As a glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist, it functions by enhancing insulin secretion, suppressing glucagon release, and slowing gastric emptying, which collectively contribute to improved glycemic control and reduced appetite
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Collectively, these findings support a model in which helminth infection activates an integrated neuro-immune-muscle axis
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