crossover
    2013

    Antihyperglycemic effect of a mushroom-derived alpha-glucan on postprandial glucose: a randomized crossover trial

    Kubo K, Nanba H, Aoki H

    Published in Journal of Nutritional Science and Vitaminology

    Key Findings

    Maitake-derived polysaccharide modestly reduced postprandial glucose excursion compared with control.

    Conclusions

    Small metabolic effect at high doses.

    Limitations

    Very small crossover, surrogate endpoint.

    Supplements Studied

    Maitake-derived polysaccharide modestly reduced postprandial glucose excursion.

    Outcomes Measured

    Post-Meal Glucose Control

    Maitake-derived polysaccharide modestly reduced postprandial glucose excursion compared with control.

    Related Health Concerns

    Insulin Resistance

    Study Details

    Year:2013
    Sample Size:20
    Duration:1 weeks
    Quality Score:4/10

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