The Effects of Bitter Melon (Momordica charantia) on Lipid Profile: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials
Amini MR, Rasaei N, Jalalzadeh M, Pourreza S, Hekmatdoost A
Published in Phytotherapy Research
Methodology
Systematic review and meta-analysis of 8 RCTs assessing TG, TC, LDL-C and HDL-C.
Key Findings
Significant reductions in total cholesterol (-9.71 mg/dL) and triglycerides (-10.24 mg/dL); no significant change in LDL-C or HDL-C.
Conclusions
Bitter melon produces small reductions in total cholesterol and triglycerides but does not reliably move LDL-C or HDL-C.
Limitations
Few trials, modest sample sizes, subgroup findings are exploratory.
Supplements Studied
Bitter melon consumption resulted in a significant decrease in plasma concentrations of TC (WMD; -9.71 mg/dL) and TG (WMD; -10.24 mg/dL)
Related Health Concerns
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Disclosures
Funding
Not reported
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