New insights into weight management by orlistat in comparison with cinnamon as a natural lipase inhibitor

ConclusionsOrlistat can be used in weight management not only for its pancreatic lipase inhibition but also, due to its indirect appetite reduction effect through elevated glucagon, IDE and dopamine levels and its inhibitory effect on glutamate neurotransmitter, whereas, cinnamon improves BMI and glycaemic targets.
Source: Endocrine - Category: Endocrinology Source Type: research