Tiny citrus fruit tested for blood sugar benefits
NCT ID NCT07587905
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study is testing whether taking calamansi (a small citrus fruit) powder capsules for 12 weeks can change blood glucose and insulin levels in healthy young adults aged 18-30. Fifty-four participants will be randomly assigned to receive either calamansi capsules or a placebo. Researchers will measure blood sugar, insulin, and other health markers at the start, after a single dose, and after 12 weeks of daily supplementation.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Calamansi (Citrus x macrocarpa) powder capsule
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could point toward a natural supplement that helps manage blood sugar levels in healthy people.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage study in healthy volunteers only, so results may not apply to people with diabetes or other conditions. The effect may be small or nonexistent.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Piyapong Prasertsri
RECRUITINGMueang, Burapha University, 20131, Thailand