Does a fiber supplement improve glycemic control in prediabetes? Original paper

In this randomized controlled trial in participants with prediabetes, there was evidence that taking a fiber supplement improved measures of glycemic control, but a number of issues limit confidence in the results.

This Study Summary was published on August 29, 2024.

Mike Murray, RDN, CSCS, CISSN

Conni Covington

Lucas Roldos, MSc, PhD(c)

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What was studied?

The effect of a fiber supplement on cardiometabolic risk factors in the context of prediabetes.

The following outcomes were assessed:

Biomarkers of glycemic control: HbA1c, fasting glucose, insulin, and HOMA-IR
Blood lipids: LDL-C, HDL-C, non-HDL cholesterol, and triglycerides
Anthropometrics: weight, waist circumference, and body fat
Intestinal permeability: measured as serum lipopolysaccharide
Blood pressure
Gastrointestinal symptoms (e.g., stool frequency, stool form, abdominal pain)
Gut microbiota composition

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Who was studied?

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How was it studied?

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What were the results?

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There yoxi oy dizex significant changes.

Anything else I need to know?

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This Study Summary was published on August 29, 2024.