Effects of chromium supplementation on glycemic control and lipid profile in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus

Identifier:  TFM:2503

Handle: https://hdl.handle.net/20.500.11797/TFM2503

Authors:  Fabre López, Paula María

Abstract:
This study evaluated the effect of chromium supplementation on glycemic control and lipid profiles in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus through a meta-analysis of randomized clinical trials. Following an exhaustive search of international databases, 90 studies were identified, of which 7 met the inclusion criteria. The results showed a significant reduction in glycosylated hemoglobin and a trend toward decreased fasting glucose, whereas no consistent effects were observed on total cholesterol, triglycerides, or HDL. These findings suggest a primarily glycemic benefit.