Investigation of the Influence of a Bitter Melon Product on Indicators of Cardiometabolic Health in Adults with Prediabetes
Guarneiri LL, Wilcox ML, Kuan CM, Maki KC
Published in Journal of the American Nutrition Association
Methodology
12-week randomized, parallel, placebo-controlled trial of low-dose (300 mg/day) and high-dose (600 mg/day) bitter melon extract in adults with prediabetes.
Key Findings
Both bitter melon groups showed smaller increases in blood glucose at 12 weeks than control (p < 0.05); a subgroup of older participants had greater HbA1c reduction on high dose.
Conclusions
Bitter melon extract may help maintain healthy glucose levels in prediabetes, mainly by limiting glucose rise rather than lowering it.
Limitations
Control group glucose rose markedly; HbA1c benefit limited to a subgroup analysis; industry involvement likely.
Supplements Studied
The bitter melon extract may help maintain a healthy level of glucose in adults with prediabetes.
Outcomes Measured
The bitter melon extract may help maintain a healthy level of glucose in adults with prediabetes.
Related Health Concerns
Study Details
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Disclosures
Funding
Not reported
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