By Men’s Journal
With GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Wegovy making headlines for their powerful effects on weight loss, it’s no surprise people are asking: Can you boost GLP-1 naturally? The answer is yes, and there is compelling research that shows certain foods and supplements support this powerful appetite-regulating hormone.
Dietitians are especially excited about one underrated nutrient: prebiotic chicory root fiber. Let’s break down what GLP-1 is, how it works, and how your diet and lifestyle can naturally encourage your body to produce more of it.
What is Chicory Root Fiber?
Chicory root fiber is a type of prebiotic fiber known as inulin, naturally found in the chicory plant. It feeds the beneficial bacteria in your gut, which ferment the fiber and produce compounds called short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs).
Read more at: https://www.miamiherald.com/living/article309035985.html#storylink=cpy
