Fiber supplement shows promise for prediabetes management
NCT ID NCT02346838
First seen Apr 15, 2026 · Last updated Jun 16, 2026 · Updated 10 times
Summary
This study looked at whether a prebiotic fiber called inulin can improve how the body handles sugar and fat in adults with prediabetes. Twenty-two participants took either inulin or a placebo daily for 6 weeks while eating a controlled diet. Researchers measured insulin sensitivity, metabolic flexibility, and heart health before and after the trial.
Disclaimer
Read more
Show less
This is a summary of
the original study
.
Summaries may miss details or leave out important information. Before applying or accepting participation, make sure you have read and understood the full study. Curemydisease.com takes no responsibility whatsoever for anything missed, misunderstood, or acted upon as a result of our summary — we know it does not capture everything.
This is a summary of the original study . Summaries may miss details or leave out important information. Before applying or accepting participation, make sure you have read and understood the full study. Curemydisease.com takes no responsibility whatsoever for anything missed, misunderstood, or acted upon as a result of our summary — we know it does not capture everything.
Get updates
Get notified about this study
Sign up to get updates when this study changes or when new studies for PREDIABETES are added.
By submitting, you agree to our Terms of use
Contacts and locations
Show contact details
Enter your email to view the contact information for this study.
By submitting, you agree to our Terms of use
Locations
-
Virginia Polytechnic and State University
Blacksburg, Virginia, 24061, United States
Conditions
Explore the condition pages connected to this study.