The effect of spirulina supplementation on lipid profile: GRADE-assessed systematic review and dose-response meta-analysis of data from randomized controlled trials
Rahnama I, Arabi SM, Chambari M, Bahrami LS, Hadi V, Mirghazanfari SM, Sahebkar A
Published in Pharmacological Research
Methodology
GRADE-assessed dose-response meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials of spirulina and blood lipids.
Key Findings
Spirulina significantly reduced total cholesterol, LDL cholesterol and triglycerides and raised HDL, though certainty of evidence was low to moderate.
Conclusions
Spirulina improves lipid profile, but the evidence certainty limits strong recommendations.
Limitations
Low-to-moderate GRADE certainty; heterogeneity across doses and populations.
Supplements Studied
Spirulina improves lipid profile, but the evidence certainty limits strong recommendations.
Outcomes Measured
Spirulina significantly reduced total cholesterol, LDL cholesterol and triglycerides and raised HDL.
Related Health Concerns
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