Efficacy of multigrain supplementation in type 2 diabetes mellitus: A pilot study protocol for a randomized intervention trial.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Uncontrolled type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) may lead to microvascular complications (nephropathy, retinopathy, and neuropathy) and cardiovascular diseases. The beta-glucan content in grains has the potential to improve insulin sensitivity, lowering postprandial glucose response and reducing inflammation degrees. A proper combination of grains not only satisfies human body's need, but also provides essential and reasonable nutritional contents. However, no trial has been conducted to evaluate the roles of multigrain in T2DM.

Aim

To determine the efficacy of multigrain supplementation among T2DM patients.

Methods

From October 2020 to June 2021, a total of 50 adults living with T2DM, who were receiving standard diabetes care at Day Care Clinic, were randomize

SUBMITTER: Mohd Ariffin NA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10236996 | biostudies-literature | 2023 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature