Herbal hope: salacia chinensis may curb appetite and sugar spikes
NCT ID NCT02929849
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether the herb Salacia chinensis, known to slow sugar absorption, can help control appetite and blood sugar in overweight or obese adults. Fifty-one participants took either a low or high dose of the herb or a placebo with a meal. Researchers measured appetite ratings and blood sugar levels to see if the herb made a difference.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Salacia chinensis (herbal supplement)
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could point toward a natural supplement to help control appetite and blood sugar in people with obesity.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage trial with only 51 participants. The effects may be small or not meaningful in real life, and supplements are not regulated like drugs.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Rutgers University
New Brunswick, New Jersey, 08901, United States
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