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Potential for Improved Glycemic Control with Dietary Momordica charantia in Patients with Insulin Resistance and Pre-Diabetes

Year: 2014

Type: review

Abstract: Bitter Melon (Momordica charantia) is a widely used traditional remedy for hyperglycemia. While the medicinal properties of this plant have been studied extensively using in vitro and animal models, the clinical efficacy and safety in humans is largely unknown. This review discusses the benefits and limitations of bitter melon supplementation in the context of epidemic levels of insulin resistance and pre-diabetes throughout the world.

Source: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health

DOI: 10.3390/ijerph110202328

Authors: Jimmy Efird, Yuk Choi, Stephen Davies, Sanjay Mehra, Ethan Anderson, Lalage Katunga

Institutions: East Carolina University, University of North Carolina at Greensboro, University of Virginia

Language: English

Topic: Natural Antidiabetic Agents Studies

Subfield: Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDGs: Good health and well-being, Zero hunger

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $3,016