The effect of purslane seeds on glycemic status and lipid profiles of persons with type 2 diabetes: A randomized controlled cross-over clinical trial

• Published in: Journal of research in medical sciences Vol. 20; no. 1; pp. 47 - 53
• Main Authors: Esmaillzadeh, Ahmad, Zakizadeh, Elahe, Faghihimani, Elham, Gohari, Mahmoodreza, Jazayeri, Shima
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: India Medknow Publications Pvt Ltd 01.01.2015; Medknow Publications & Media Pvt. Ltd; Medknow Publications & Media Pvt Ltd; Wolters Kluwer Medknow Publications
• Subjects: Diabetes; glycemia; hyperlipidemia; medicinal plant; Original; purslane; glycemia; hyperlipidemia; medicinal plant; Diabetes; purslane

Background: We are aware of limited data about the effects of purslane on diabetes. Earlier studies have mostly indicated the beneficial effects in animal models. This study aimed to evaluate the effect of purslane seeds on glycemic status and lipid profiles of persons with type 2 diabetes. Material...