- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Green tea extract may improve insulin resistance in type 2 diabetes patients
Última actualización 5 de julio de 2026
Key finding
Triglyceride decreased significantly from baseline.
This study evaluated the impact of green tea extract on glycemic and lipid profiles in patients with type 2 diabetes, finding significant improvements in several metabolic markers.
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EvidenceScore™
Moderate
Study type
RCTs
Follow-up
Medium-Term (3–12 mo)
Risk of bias
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Study focus
This study evaluated the impact of green tea extract on glycemic and lipid profiles in patients with type 2 diabetes, finding significant improvements in several metabolic markers.
Clinical relevance
The findings suggest that green tea extract could be a beneficial adjunct therapy for patients with type 2 diabetes, potentially aiding in the management of lipid levels and insulin resistance. This could lead to improved overall health outcomes and reduced risk of diabetes-related complications.
Keep in mind
The sample size and demographic diversity were not specified. The study did not assess long-term effects of green tea extract. Results may not be generalizable to all populations with type 2 diabetes.
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Chia-Yu L, Chien-Jung H, Lin-Huang H, et al. The Effect of Green Tea Extract on Glycemic and Lipid Profiles in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes: A Randomized, Double-Blinded, Placebo-Controlled Trial. PLoS ONE. 2014;9(3):e91163. doi:10.1371/journal.pone.0091163
Efectos Principales
Triglycerides decreased significantly by 18.9 mg/dL in the green tea extract group.
HOMA-IR decreased from 5.4±3.9 to 3.5±2.0 in the therapeutic arm.
HDL-C increased significantly by 2.7 mg/dL in the green tea extract group.
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This study contributes evidence to Green tea extract and Adiponectin, Apolipoprotein A1, Apolipoprotein B100, and 4 more.
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Primary intervention
Green tea extract
Primary outcomes
- Adiponectin
- Apolipoprotein A1
- Apolipoprotein B100
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Primary outcomes
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- Contributes to 7 evidence relationships
- Includes primary outcome data
- Linked to 0 direct semantic evidence topics
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- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
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La Evidencia Sugiere
- Green tea extract led to a significant decrease in triglycerides.
- HOMA-IR improved significantly in the therapeutic group.
- HDL-C levels increased notably in patients taking green tea extract.
A quién se aplica
- Adults diagnosed with type 2 diabetes.
- Patients looking for adjunct therapies to manage diabetes.
Tener en Cuenta
- The study's findings are based on a specific population and may not apply universally.
- Further research is needed to confirm long-term benefits and safety.
- The placebo group did not show significant changes, indicating the need for careful interpretation of results.
Entre Líneas
- The sample size and demographic diversity were not specified.
- The study did not assess long-term effects of green tea extract.
- Results may not be generalizable to all populations with type 2 diabetes.
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This study contributes to evidence on Green tea extract and Adipokine and Angiogenic Markers, Green tea extract and Apolipoprotein A1.
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- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ConsistencyScore™
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- Not enough independent studies
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
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Does Green tea extract improve adiponectin?
Green tea extract appears to improve Adiponectin.
ConsistencyScore™: Consistency cannot yet be determined from the available evidence.
Ranked evidence signals
- 1
Adiponectin
EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 59.0 | strong positive | ConsistencyScore™ Unclear | 1 study
Why this answer: This answer is based on a single supporting study.
Limitations
- Only one supporting study is available.
- Consistency cannot yet be determined.
- Population details are unavailable.
Does Green tea extract improve apolipoprotein a1?
Green tea extract appears to improve Apolipoprotein A1.
ConsistencyScore™: Consistency cannot yet be determined from the available evidence.
Ranked evidence signals
- 1
Apolipoprotein A1
EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 59.0 | strong positive | ConsistencyScore™ Unclear | 1 study
Why this answer: This answer is based on a single supporting study.
Limitations
- Only one supporting study is available.
- Consistency cannot yet be determined.
- Population details are unavailable.
Does Green tea extract improve apolipoprotein b100?
Green tea extract appears to improve Apolipoprotein B100.
ConsistencyScore™: Consistency cannot yet be determined from the available evidence.
Ranked evidence signals
- 1
Apolipoprotein B100
EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 59.0 | strong positive | ConsistencyScore™ Unclear | 1 study
Why this answer: This answer is based on a single supporting study.
Limitations
- Only one supporting study is available.
- Consistency cannot yet be determined.
- Population details are unavailable.
Does Green tea extract improve glp-1?
Green tea extract appears to improve GLP-1.
ConsistencyScore™: Consistency cannot yet be determined from the available evidence.
Ranked evidence signals
- 1
GLP-1
EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 59.0 | strong positive | ConsistencyScore™ Unclear | 1 study
Why this answer: This answer is based on a single supporting study.
Limitations
- Only one supporting study is available.
- Consistency cannot yet be determined.
- Population details are unavailable.
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