Gastrointestinal symptoms and the Mediterranean dietary pattern: secondary analysis of a randomized controlled trial in a population with increased cardiometabolic risk (opens in new tab)

Background/objectivesCardiometabolic diseases are a major global health concern, and their development are linked to suboptimal dietary patterns and adverse gastrointestinal (GI) health outcomes and symptoms. Mediterranean dietary patterns are associated with reduced cardiometabolic disease risk and improved quality of life (QoL). The potential impact of the Mediterranean diet on GI symptoms is an important area of inquiry that requires elucidation. This study aimed to evaluate whether a New ...