Could date seed powder help tame type 2 diabetes?
NCT ID NCT07702097
First seen Jul 14, 2026 · Last updated Jul 15, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether a daily 4-gram dose of ajwa seed powder, made from date seeds, can improve blood sugar control (HbA1c) and body composition in overweight and obese adults aged 30–50 with type 2 diabetes. Over 12 weeks, researchers will measure changes in HbA1c, weight, waist and hip circumference, and fat levels. The goal is to see if this natural supplement offers a simple way to help manage diabetes.
What this could mean
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- Active substance
- ajwa seed powder, a natural dietary supplement from date seeds
- What this could lead to
- If effective, ajwa seed powder could offer a simple, natural supplement to help manage blood sugar and body weight in type 2 diabetes.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early trial with no control group, so results may not be conclusive. The supplement is unregulated and long-term safety is unknown.
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Conditions
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Sultan Hospital
Sheikhupura, 39359, Pakistan
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