Overripe banana powder shows promise for diabetes control

NCT ID NCT07471607

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested whether a daily supplement of overripe banana powder can improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes. Sixty participants took either the banana supplement or a standard formula for 12 weeks. Researchers measured changes in fasting blood sugar, HbA1c, and insulin levels to see if this simple food ingredient could help manage the condition.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

overripe banana powder

What this could lead to

If it works, this could offer a simple, natural dietary supplement to help manage blood sugar in type 2 diabetes.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-stage trial with only 60 participants. The effect may be modest, and results may not apply to everyone with diabetes.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

metabolic disease type 2 diabetes mellitus

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Hospital Universiti Sains Malaysia

    Kubang Kerian, Kelantan, 16150, Malaysia