Cambridge Scientists Solve GIPR Paradox: Distinct Brain Circuits Explain Why Both Activating and Blocking the Same Receptor Drives Weight Loss GIPR agonists suppress appetite by directly stimulating receptors in the brainstem area postrema, while GIPR antagonists promote weight loss by blocking receptors in the hypothalamus
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She describes the case of Jenny Kent who developed mental health problems while on this drug for type 2 diabetes: I was just constantly in a state of being overwhelmed, says Kent
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