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Curcumin may improve inflammation and glycemic control in diabetes

Última actualización 21 de junio de 2026

Key finding

FPG decreased from 134.5 mg/dL to 112.0 mg/dL (p < 0.001)

Curcumin supplementation was studied for its effects on inflammatory and glycemic profiles in adults with type 2 diabetes, showing significant improvements in several key metrics.

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EvidenceScore™

Moderate

Study type

RCTs

Follow-up

Long-Term (1–5 y)

Risk of bias

High Risk

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Study focus

Curcumin supplementation was studied for its effects on inflammatory and glycemic profiles in adults with type 2 diabetes, showing significant improvements in several key metrics.

Clinical relevance

These findings are significant as they suggest that curcumin could be a beneficial supplement for individuals with type 2 diabetes, potentially aiding in better glycemic control and reducing inflammation, which are critical factors in managing the disease and preventing complications.

Keep in mind

The study's sample size may limit generalizability. Long-term effects of curcumin supplementation were not assessed. Potential confounding factors were not fully controlled.

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Metha Y, Khanittha K, Somlak C, Massimiliano G. Curcumin Supplementation Improves Inflammatory and Glycemic Profiles in Adults with Type 2 Diabetes. International Journal of Molecular Sciences. 2026;27(9):3854. doi:10.3390/ijms27093854

Efectos Principales

Fasting Plasma Glucose decreased from 134.5 mg/dL to 112.0 mg/dL (p < 0.001)

HbA1c decreased from 6.40% to 6.10% (p < 0.05)

HOMA-IR decreased from 6.71 to 4.88 (p < 0.001)

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Evidence Context

This study contributes evidence to Curcumin supplementation and C-reactive protein, Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG), Glutathione peroxidase (GPx), and 6 more.

Primary intervention

Curcumin supplementation

Primary outcomes

  • C-reactive protein
  • Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG)
  • Glutathione peroxidase (GPx)

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Moderate contributionModerate confidenceNetwork score: 72

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Related topics

9

Evidence pairs

351

Related studies

High relevance in at least one topic

Why it is useful

  • Contributes to 9 evidence relationships
  • Includes primary outcome data
  • Linked to 3 direct semantic evidence topics

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Evidencia principal

Relación de evidencia

Curcumin Supplements and Fasting Glucose

Evidencia relacionada

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Curcumin Supplements and Adipokine and Angiogenic Markers

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Curcumin Supplements and HbA1c

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Study findings

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C-reactive protein

Curcumin supplementation → C-reactive protein

Curcumin supplementation → C-reactive protein

Evidence Intelligence™
ImpactScore™
100
Very Positive
EvidenceScore™
Emerging
Score 59 · Based on 1 study
ConsistencyScore™
unclear
Not enough independent studies
Supporting studies: Based on 1 study
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Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG)

Curcumin supplementation → Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG)

Curcumin supplementation → Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG)

Evidence Intelligence™
ImpactScore™
100
Very Positive
EvidenceScore™
Emerging
Score 59 · Based on 1 study
ConsistencyScore™
unclear
Not enough independent studies
Supporting studies: Based on 1 study
Add to Evidence Tracker

Glutathione peroxidase (GPx)

Curcumin supplementation → Glutathione peroxidase (GPx)

Curcumin supplementation → Glutathione peroxidase (GPx)

Evidence Intelligence™
ImpactScore™
100
Very Positive
EvidenceScore™
Emerging
Score 59 · Based on 1 study
ConsistencyScore™
unclear
Not enough independent studies
Supporting studies: Based on 1 study
Add to Evidence Tracker

HbA1c

Curcumin supplementation → HbA1c

Curcumin supplementation → HbA1c

Evidence Intelligence™
ImpactScore™
100
Very Positive
EvidenceScore™
Emerging
Score 59 · Based on 1 study
ConsistencyScore™
unclear
Not enough independent studies
Supporting studies: Based on 1 study
Add to Evidence Tracker

Insulin resistance

Curcumin supplementation → Insulin resistance

Curcumin supplementation → Insulin resistance

Evidence Intelligence™
ImpactScore™
100
Very Positive
EvidenceScore™
Emerging
Score 59 · Based on 1 study
ConsistencyScore™
unclear
Not enough independent studies
Supporting studies: Based on 1 study
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Malondialdehyde (MDA)

Curcumin supplementation → Malondialdehyde (MDA)

Curcumin supplementation → Malondialdehyde (MDA)

Evidence Intelligence™
ImpactScore™
100
Very Positive
EvidenceScore™
Emerging
Score 59 · Based on 1 study
ConsistencyScore™
unclear
Not enough independent studies
Supporting studies: Based on 1 study
Add to Evidence Tracker

Neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio (NLR)

Curcumin supplementation → Neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio (NLR)

Curcumin supplementation → Neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio (NLR)

Evidence Intelligence™
ImpactScore™
100
Very Positive
EvidenceScore™
Emerging
Score 59 · Based on 1 study
ConsistencyScore™
unclear
Not enough independent studies
Supporting studies: Based on 1 study
Add to Evidence Tracker

Superoxide Dismutase (SOD)

Curcumin supplementation → Superoxide Dismutase (SOD)

Curcumin supplementation → Superoxide Dismutase (SOD)

Evidence Intelligence™
ImpactScore™
100
Very Positive
EvidenceScore™
Emerging
Score 59 · Based on 1 study
ConsistencyScore™
unclear
Not enough independent studies
Supporting studies: Based on 1 study
Add to Evidence Tracker

Total Antioxidant Capacity (TAC)

Curcumin supplementation → Total Antioxidant Capacity (TAC)

Curcumin supplementation → Total Antioxidant Capacity (TAC)

Evidence Intelligence™
ImpactScore™
100
Very Positive
EvidenceScore™
Emerging
Score 59 · Based on 1 study
ConsistencyScore™
unclear
Not enough independent studies
Supporting studies: Based on 1 study
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evidence suggest

La Evidencia Sugiere

  • Fasting Plasma Glucose decreased by 22.5 mg/dL (p < 0.001).
  • HbA1c reduced by 0.3% (p < 0.05).
  • HOMA-IR decreased by 1.83 units (p < 0.001).
who this applies

A quién se aplica

  • Adults aged 18 and older with type 2 diabetes.
  • Individuals seeking alternative methods to manage blood sugar levels.
keep in mind

Tener en Cuenta

  • Results may not apply to populations outside the study's demographics.
  • The study focused on short-term effects; long-term benefits are unclear.
  • Curcumin should not replace standard diabetes treatments without medical advice.
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  • The study's sample size may limit generalizability.
  • Long-term effects of curcumin supplementation were not assessed.
  • Potential confounding factors were not fully controlled.

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This study contributes to evidence on Curcumin Supplements and Inflammatory Markers, Curcumin Supplements and Fasting Glucose.

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Does Curcumin Supplements improve fasting glucose?

Strong Evidence

Curcumin Supplements may improve Fasting Glucose.

ConsistencyScore™: Results are generally consistent across studies.

Ranked evidence signals

  1. 1

    Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG)

    EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 59.0 | strong positive | ConsistencyScore™ Unclear | 1 study

Why this answer: This answer is based on 3 supporting studies with generally consistent results and a positive effect signal.

Limitations

  • Population details are unavailable.
3 supporting studiesUpdated: Jul 2026

Does Curcumin Supplements improve inflammatory markers?

Moderate Evidence

Curcumin Supplements may improve Inflammatory Markers.

ConsistencyScore™: Results are mixed and should be interpreted cautiously.

Evidence caveat: The available evidence reports mixed findings.

Ranked evidence signals

  1. 1

    C-reactive protein

    EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 59.0 | strong positive | ConsistencyScore™ Unclear | 1 study

Why this answer: This answer is cautious because the available studies report mixed findings.

Limitations

  • Only a small number of supporting studies are available.
  • Population details are unavailable.
2 supporting studiesUpdated: Jul 2026

Does Curcumin Supplements improve oxidative stress markers?

Moderate Evidence

Curcumin Supplements appears to improve Oxidative Stress Markers.

ConsistencyScore™: Results are consistent across studies.

Ranked evidence signals

  1. 1

    Malondialdehyde (MDA)

    EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 59.0 | strong positive | ConsistencyScore™ Unclear | 1 study

Why this answer: This answer is based on a small number of supporting studies and should be interpreted cautiously.

Limitations

  • Only a small number of supporting studies are available.
  • Population details are unavailable.
2 supporting studiesUpdated: Jul 2026

Does Curcumin Supplements improve adipokine and angiogenic markers?

Moderate Evidence

Curcumin Supplements appears to improve Adipokine and Angiogenic Markers.

ConsistencyScore™: Results are mixed and should be interpreted cautiously.

Evidence caveat: The available evidence reports mixed findings.

Ranked evidence signals

  1. 1

    Total Antioxidant Capacity (TAC)

    EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 59.0 | strong positive | ConsistencyScore™ Unclear | 1 study

Why this answer: This answer is cautious because the available studies report mixed findings.

Limitations

  • Only a small number of supporting studies are available.
  • Population details are unavailable.
2 supporting studiesUpdated: Jul 2026
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