The effect of ginseng (the genus panax) on glycemic control: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled clinical trials.

ABSTRACT:

Importance

Despite the widespread use of ginseng in the management of diabetes, supporting evidence of its anti-hyperglycemic efficacy is limited, necessitating the need for evidence-based recommendations for the potential inclusion of ginseng in diabetes management.

Objective

To elucidate the effect of ginseng on glycemic control in a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials in people with and without diabetes.

Data sources

MEDLINE, EMBASE, CINAHL and the Cochrane Library (through July 3, 2013).

Study selection

Randomized controlled trials ≥30 days assessing the glycemic effects of ginseng in people with and without diabetes.

Data extraction

Relevant data were extracted by 2 independent reviewers. Discrepancies were resolved b

SUBMITTER: Shishtar E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC4180277 | biostudies-literature | 2014

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature