Horm Metab Res 2004; 36(11/12): 755-760
DOI: 10.1055/s-2004-826159
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Nutrient, Neural and Endocrine Control of Glucagon-like Peptide Secretion

P.  E.  Dubé 1 , P.  L.  Brubaker 1, 2
  • 1Department of Physiology, University of Toronto, Toronto, Canada
  • 2Department of Medicine, University of Toronto, Toronto, Canada
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Publication History

Received 19 July 2004

Accepted without revision 24 July 2004

Publication Date:
18 January 2005 (online)

Abstract

The intestinal glucagon-like peptides, GLP-1 and GLP-2, are important regulators of nutrient intake, digestion, absorption and metabolism. Extensive studies have shown that the co-secretion of GLP-1 and GLP-2 is regulated by a variety of dietary nutrient, neural and endocrine inputs. Furthermore, secretion of these peptides is altered in a number of pathological conditions, including type 2 diabetes and obesity. The purpose of this review is to discuss the regulation of GLP-1 and GLP-2 secretion in both health and disease.

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