Microbiologist Lists Grocery Items That May Help Boost the Body’s Own GLP-1 Production How GLP-1 Affects Metabolic Health A growing body of research suggests the human body can produce its own glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) without relying on synthetic medications, according to microbiologist and biochemist Colleen Cutcliffe. [1] Speaking on a wellness podcast, Cutliffe explained that GLP-1 is a natural hormone released after eating that signals fullness to the brain and helps metabolize sugar. The process depends heavily on the gut microbiome, which stimulates GLP-1 production. According to Cutliffe, some individuals may not produce adequate GLP-1 because they lack key microbes. Two…

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