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Factors that impact α-cell GLP-1 production. Metabolic stress, systemic inflammation, exercise, hyperglycemia, obesity, and diabetes stimulate α-cell GLP-1 production. IL-6 seems to be a primary factor that leads to this increase. The function of this increase is unknown but regulation of β-cell mass and function is a likely endpoint.
