5 Diets That Naturally Stimulate GLP-1: The Injectable-Free Path to Sustainable Weight Loss

Finally, the highly restrictive Carnivore Diet, which focuses solely on animal products like meat, fish, eggs, and certain dairy items, also shows a surprising capacity to activate GLP-1. The high protein and fat content in animal foods, especially the proteins found in egg whites and fish, have been shown to be significant secretagogues for both GLP-1 and GIP (Glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide). However, this diet’s complete lack of fiber raises concerns about long-term gut and cardiovascular health, making it the most controversial of the five methods.