Summary:
In prediabetic older adults, twelve-week curcumin supplementation significantly improved glucose homeostasis and gut health compared to a placebo, though it was associated with minimal reported side effects.
| PICO | Description |
|---|---|
| Population | Older adults with prediabetes (28 participants in a randomized trial). |
| Intervention | Twelve-week supplementation with curcumin. |
| Comparison | Placebo supplementation. |
| Outcome | Curcumin supplementation improved glucose homeostasis, metabolic health, and gut microbiota composition compared to placebo, with minimal side effects reported. |
Source: Gopal Lamichhane, et al. “Twelve-Week Curcumin Supplementation Improves Glucose Homeostasis and Gut Health in Prediabetic Older Adults: A Pilot, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial.” Read article here.
