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Gut Peptides

Meaning

Gut peptides are small protein molecules synthesized primarily by specialized enteroendocrine cells located throughout the gastrointestinal tract. These peptides function as vital signaling molecules, orchestrating complex physiological responses that extend beyond digestion to influence metabolic regulation, appetite control, and energy balance. They act locally within the gut and systemically via the bloodstream, communicating with various organs and the central nervous system.