meta_analysis
    2012
    High Quality

    Momordica charantia for type 2 diabetes mellitus

    Ooi CP, Yassin Z, Hamid TA

    Published in Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews

    Abstract

    Cochrane systematic review of randomized controlled trials of Momordica charantia for type 2 diabetes mellitus.

    Key Findings

    There is insufficient evidence to recommend Momordica charantia for type 2 diabetes; trials showed no statistically significant difference in glycaemic control versus placebo or metformin.

    Conclusions

    Bitter melon cannot currently be recommended for diabetes management.

    Limitations

    Few trials, small samples, high risk of bias, short duration.

    Supplements Studied

    There is insufficient evidence to recommend Momordica charantia for type 2 diabetes; trials showed no statistically significant difference in glycaemic control versus placebo or metformin.

    Outcomes Measured

    There is insufficient evidence to recommend Momordica charantia for type 2 diabetes; trials showed no statistically significant difference in glycaemic control versus placebo or metformin.

    Related Health Concerns

    Study Details

    Year:2012
    Sample Size:479
    Quality Score:8/10

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