Therapeutic Effects Of Psyllium In Type 2 Diabetic Patients
| Effect | Decrease |
| Trial Design | Double blind |
| Trial Length | 1-6 months |
| Number of Subjects | 20 |
| Sex | Both Genders |
| Age Range | 45-64, 65+ |
| Body Types | Overweight |
Supplementation of 14g of psyllium fiber daily for six weeks was associated with a significantly reduced absorption of glucose (12.2%) and a reduction in other parameters of glucose metabolism including insulin (5%), HbA1c (3.8%), 24-hour urinary glucose (22.5%), fructosamine (), and uric acid (10.9%). Some improvements were also noted in the lipid profile.
