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GLP-1 Response to Protein

The effect of different protein sources on GLP-1 levels in humans.

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Jan 18, 2026

Which dietary ingredients (e.g., berberine, probiotics) have peer‑reviewed evidence of increasing endogenous GLP‑1 secretion in humans?

Controlled human evidence that specific foods or supplements raise endogenous GLP‑1 is real but limited: the clearest peer‑reviewed signals come from protein (notably whey), fermentable soluble fiber ...

Jan 13, 2026

Which specific protein sources and doses produced the largest GLP‑1 increases in human trials?

Human trials show that concentrated dairy proteins — especially whey protein given as a premeal preload — and certain collagen preparations produced some of the largest postprandial GLP‑1 rises observ...