Completely avoid: greasy or fried foods (fries, fried chicken, doughnuts), very spicy dishes, heavy cream-based meals (alfredo, creamy soups), carbonated beverages (can increase bloating), alcohol, high-fat meats (bacon, sausage, fatty ground beef), sugary foods (candy, pastries, soda), and large portions of anything
For some patients, especially those managing weight or metabolic conditions, the rise of GLP-1 medications (like semaglutide or tirzepatide) adds another layer of considerations
Anytime you have a higher dose of a medication, more side effects are likely, she explains
A school nurse told me her weight loss inspired at least six other teachers and staff to get into the pilot program too
Because these drugs slow gastric emptying, choosing foods that are easier to digest can significantly reduce abdominal discomfort
A study in rats (Ramrez et al., 2018) has showed that the DPP4 inhibitor sitagliptin induces a lowering of fatty acid utilization in cardiomyocytes in favour of glucose