Whole grains (brown rice, quinoa, oats) Starchy vegetables (sweet potatoes, squash) Legumes (black beans, chickpeas) Incorporate Micronutrient-Rich Foods: Semaglutides appetite-suppressing effects may result in smaller portions, making every bite count: Leafy greens (spinach, kale): High in iron and vitamin K Citrus fruits (oranges, grapefruits): Excellent for vitamin C Dairy or fortified alternatives: Boost calcium and vitamin D Special Considerations for Gut Health Semaglutide may slow digestion, leading to symptoms like bloating or nausea
It also reduces glial cell activation and improves memory (McClean and Hlscher, 2014
Different metabolic profiles may respond differently to GLP-1, GIP, or glucagon-targeted therapies What This Means for Patients: - Treatments being developed today are designed to target the root metabolic drivers, not just liver fat - Weight loss is important, but metabolic health improvements go deeper than the scale - Future care will likely involve personalized combinations of therapies Bottom line: This review reinforces a major shift in MASLD/MASH
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Identify and Avoid Your Trigger Foods Common reflux triggers on GLP-1: Tomato-based foods (pasta sauce, pizza, salsa)