The effect of a 14-day Gymnema sylvestre intervention to reduce sugar cravings in adults
Turner S, Diako C, Kruger R, Wong M, Wood W, Rutherfurd-Markwick K, Ali A
Published in Nutrients
Methodology
Two-week randomised placebo-controlled trial of a gymnema oral supplement on sugar cravings and sweet food intake in adults
Key Findings
Gymnema reduced self-reported sugar cravings and sweet food consumption over 14 days compared with placebo, with effects diminishing after cessation.
Conclusions
Short-term gymnema use can reduce sugar cravings, though durability is unproven.
Limitations
Small sample; self-reported intake; short follow-up.
Supplements Studied
Gymnema reduced self-reported sugar cravings and sweet food consumption over 14 days compared with placebo.
Outcomes Measured
Gymnema reduced self-reported sugar cravings and sweet food consumption over 14 days.
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