Turning on two specific body switches—one for glucagon and one for GLP-1—helps burn more energy without raising blood sugar, because one speeds up metabolism and the other keeps blood sugar in check.

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1974-LB: The Molecular Basis of Survodutide (BI456906) Glucagon/GLP-1 Receptor Dual Agonism

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The study looks at a drug that turns on two receptors—glucagon and GLP-1—which the claim says can boost calorie burning and control blood sugar. The study shows the drug does activate both, which supports the idea behind the claim.

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