The effects of Gymnema sylvestre supplementation on lipid profile, glycemic control, blood pressure, and anthropometric indices in adults: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Zare R, Yarizadeh H, Ghodoosi N, Mohammadi H, Djafarian K
Published in Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice
Methodology
Systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials of Gymnema sylvestre supplementation on glycaemic, lipid, blood pressure and anthropometric outcomes in adults
Key Findings
Gymnema significantly reduced fasting blood glucose and total cholesterol, with no significant effect on HbA1c, blood pressure, or body weight.
Conclusions
Gymnema sylvestre produces modest glucose and cholesterol reductions but has not shown reliable HbA1c benefit.
Limitations
Few trials, small samples, heterogeneous extract standardisation.
Supplements Studied
Gymnema significantly reduced fasting blood glucose and total cholesterol, with no significant effect on HbA1c.
Outcomes Measured
Gymnema significantly reduced fasting blood glucose and total cholesterol.
Related Health Concerns
Study Details
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