23/01/2026
Your Pancreas Has Two Buttons. Ozempic Presses Both 💉| Part 2
In Part 1, we revealed the pancreas's dual hormone system. Now, let's see how semaglutide takes command of this delicate balance.
It all centers on the Islets of Langerhans, where two key cells are in constant dialogue:
· Beta-cells: Your "insulin generators" that lower blood sugar.
· Alpha-cells: Your "glucagon producers" that raise blood sugar.
Semaglutide acts as a master regulator by mimicking the GLP-1 hormone. Here’s its two-pronged strategy:
1️⃣ Amplifies Beta-Cell Activity: It signals your pancreas to produce more insulin when needed, efficiently ushering glucose out of the bloodstream.
2️⃣ Suppresses Alpha-Cell Output: It tells the alpha-cells to reduce glucagon release, preventing an unnecessary sugar surge.
The Combined Effect: A powerful, synchronized drop in blood glucose and a significant reduction in appetite—leading to sustained weight loss.
📌Explore the full video on our YouTube channel VOKA 3D Anatomy & Pathology.