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

ECU Author/Contributor (non-ECU co-authors, if there are any, appear on document)
Ethan J. Anderson (Creator)
Yuk Ming Choi (Creator)
Stephen W. Davies (Creator)
Jimmy T. Efird (Creator)
Lalage A. Katunga (Creator)
Sanjay Mehra (Creator)
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East Carolina University (ECU )
Web Site: http://www.ecu.edu/lib/

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.

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International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health; 11:2 p. 2328-2345
Language: English
Date: 2014
Keywords
bitter melon, insulin resistance, glycemic control, pre-diabetes, Momordica charantia

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