Resveratrol for adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is a chronic disorder that is characterised by insulin resistance and hyperglycaemia, which over time may give rise to vascular complications. Resveratrol is a plant-derived nutritional supplement shown to have anti-diabetic properties in many animal models. Less evidence is available on its safety and efficacy in the management of T2DM in humans.

Objectives

To assess the efficacy and safety of resveratrol formulations for adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus.

Search methods

We searched the Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials, MEDLINE, PubMed, Embase, the Cumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health Literature (CINAHL), and International Pharmaceutical Abstracts, as well as the International Clinical Trials Regist

SUBMITTER: Jeyaraman MM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6984411 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature