Fasting blood glucose (FBG) was 8.5 mmol/L, and 2-h postprandial blood glucose (2 h-PBG) was 11.3 mmol/L
Waiting 30 minutes and consuming coffee with food reduces this risk significantly
Consider these evidence-based dietary strategies: Eat small, frequent, low-fat meals that are easier to digest Limit sugar alcohols (sorbitol, mannitol, xylitol) found in sugar-free products, which have known laxative effects Gradually increase soluble fiber through foods like oatmeal and psyllium supplements, which can help bulk stools Avoid excessive insoluble fiber from raw vegetables and whole grains during acute episodes Stay adequately hydrated with water and electrolyte-containing beverages to prevent dehydration Avoid spicy, greasy, or very high-fiber foods during episodes of diarrhea Medication dosing may require adjustment
2 For non-diabetic patients prescribed liraglutide, we observed an increased likelihood of delayed gastric emptying (139%) and ileus (32%), but no difference in likelihood of gallstones when compared to those on a non-GLP-1 weight loss medication