Higher starting BMI flips that, smaller percentage but bigger absolute drop
Subjects/methods: Thirty-one sedentary adults (18 men), with obesity (body mass index: 374.5 kg m 2 ) underwent 8 weeks (wks) of a VLED followed by 4 wks of weight maintenance
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Van Furth AM, de Heide LJM, Emous M, et al
Prominent features include epithelial barrier dysfunction, delayed or accelerated gastrointestinal transit due to abnormal function of smooth muscles, dysfunctional enteric nervous system and/or immunity, gut microbial dysbiosis, bile acid malabsorption, and alterations in the gut-brain axis (812)
By focusing on bland foods, staying hydrated, and utilizing the right supportive supplements, you can successfully navigate these side effects