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  "textContent": "STORY AT-A-GLANCE Gut bacteria ferment fiber into butyrate, which triggers L-cells to release GLP-1 — the same hormone targeted by weight loss drugs When your gut produces enough butyrate, natural GLP-1 secretion works properly, supporting appetite control, insulin sensitivity, and weight regulation Butyrate also crosses the blood-brain barrier to reduce neuroinflammation, boost BDNF (a brain […]",
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