Theres concern about the safety of different salt formulations, says Diana Isaacs, PharmD, BCADM, CDCES, an endocrinology clinical pharmacy specialist at the Cleveland Clinic Endocrinology and Metabolism Institute in Cleveland
This is the perfect place to ask, "Is this side effect normal?" or "Should I adjust my dose?" Dose Adjustments: If side effects are bothersome, your provider might suggest delaying a dose increase or adjusting your titration schedule to give your body more time to adapt
Fiber reaches the colon where gut bacteria ferment it into short-chain fatty acids
While were still learning about their full range of effects, some reports suggest they may even help with addiction
Peter Vash, M.D., an endocrinologist and obesity medicine specialist based in Los Angeles