Green Tea Extract is rich in antioxidants, epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), which is known for its fat-burning and metabolism-boosting properties
Abbreviations ADC: Corticomedullary difference ADC: Apparent diffusion coefficient ASL: Arterial spin labelling CKD: Chronic kidney disease DKD: Diabetic kidney disease DWI: Diffusion-weighted imaging DWI-MRI: Diffusion-weighted MRI FOV: Field of view GLP-1RA: Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonist Hs-CRP: High-sensitivity C-reactive protein RAAS: Reninangiotensinaldosterone-system ROI: Region of interest SEMPA trial: Effect of Empagliflozin and Semaglutide on Cardio-Renal Target Organ Damage in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes A Randomized Trial SGLT-2I: Sodiumglucose cotransporter 2 inhibitor TE: Echo time TKV: Total kidney volume TLCO: 12-Layer concentric objects TR: Repetition time UACR: Urinary albumin/creatinine ratio References Alicic RZ, Rooney MT, Tuttle KR (2017) Diabetic kidney disease: challenges, progress, and possibilities

Seek immediate medical attention (call 999 or attend A&E) if you develop : Signs of severe dehydration: dizziness, confusion, reduced urine output despite drinking fluids, rapid heartbeat Symptoms of diabetic ketoacidosis: excessive thirst, frequent urination, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, fruity-smelling breath, confusion (Note: GLP-1 medications do not cause DKA, but it can occur in type 1 diabetes or ketosis-prone type 2 diabetes, especially during illness) Severe flank pain with fever: may indicate pyelonephritis (kidney infection) If you experience persistent vomiting or diarrhoea from GLP-1 therapy and cannot maintain adequate fluid intake, seek urgent medical advice as there is a risk of dehydration and acute kidney injury
While clinical data suggests the medication is effective regardless of the hour it is administered, your personal comfort and lifestyle play a significant role in your journey
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