5.2.1 Anti-inflammatory dietary patterns The Mediterranean diet (MedDiet), rich in polyphenols, monounsaturated fats, and fiber, exerts potent anti-inflammatory effects by modulating gut microbiota and reducing pro-inflammatory cytokines (e.g., IL-6, TNF-, CRP) (154)
Patients can reduce their risk by avoiding excessive alcohol consumption and speaking with their healthcare provider if they experience persistent abdominal pain
Semaglutide is a GLP-1 receptor agonist studied primarily for type 2 diabetes and chronic weight management
[1] The medication is specifically formulated and FDA-approved for subcutaneous injection only meaning it should be administered into the fatty tissue layer beneath the skin, not into muscle tissue or blood vessels
Oral semaglutide is taken daily in the morning on an empty stomach (at least 30 minutes before food, water, and other medications), while injections are done weekly at any time of day