In a model of non-ischemic HF in dogs (tachycardiomyopathy induced by pacemakers), IV infusion of GLP-1 increases left ventricular (LV) contractility (LV dP/dt increased by 98%, stroke volume by 102%, and cardiac output by 57%) and decreases LV end-diastolic pressure, heart rate, and systemic vascular resistance
For people whose weight gain is stress or sleep-driven, these protocols are as important as any medication adjustment or dietary change
And reduction rate between (-5.6,-6.7 mm Hg) in a 26 week study of liraglutide in combination with Metformin and Rosiglitazone compared to (-1.1 mm Hg)placebo and also with no difference in diastolic blood pressure [12]
This is because sleep is the primary time for cellular repair and detoxification
One option gaining attention is peptide therapy for arthritis
This ensures ongoing success