The response of functionally related gut hormones, ghrelin and GLP-1 to overfeeding
Introduction: Ghrelin and glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) are peripherally secreted hormones from the gut. GLP-1 is secreted from the distal gastrointestinal tract in response to a meal and is involved in the insulin response and energy homeostasis. Ghrelin is secreted mainly from the fundus of the...
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Memorial University of Newfoundland
2014
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