Balancing reactive oxygen species generation by rebooting gut microbiota
While dietary interventions emphasizing protein, fiber, and whole foods can improve metabolic parameters and support weight management, the effects are generally more modesttypically 3-5% weight loss and HbA1c reductions of 0.5-1.0% when implemented without other interventions, as seen in programs like the Diabetes Prevention Program
The most common side effects are gastrointestinal (such as nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea), and your physician also watches for less common but serious effects such as pancreatitis
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and semaglutide (brand name Wegovy) followed in 2021