Evidence Question

Does Mediterranean diet improve fasting plasma glucose (FPG)?

Related to: Glycemic Control

Short answer

Mediterranean diet may improve fasting plasma glucose (FPG).

Evidence at a glance

Evidence strength
Strong Evidence
Supporting research
4 studys
Randomized trials
4 trials

Why do we say this?

Across 4 randomized trials, findings are mixed and showed an effect on fasting plasma glucose (FPG) with Mediterranean diet.

Context and limitations

Some evidence reported benefits while other evidence found little or no effect.

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Supporting research

4 published studys