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Probiotic Lactobacillus casei 01 improves glycemic control in type 2 diabetes

Last updated August 22, 2026

Key finding

Total energy intake decreased significantly (p = 0.001).

This study investigated the effects of Lactobacillus casei 01 on dietary intake, body weight, and glycemic control in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). The findings indicated significant reductions in energy and macronutrient intake, body weight, and glycemic markers.

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EvidenceScore™

Moderate

Study type

RCTs

Follow-up

Short-Term (≤3 mo)

Risk of bias

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Study focus

This study investigated the effects of Lactobacillus casei 01 on dietary intake, body weight, and glycemic control in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). The findings indicated significant reductions in energy and macronutrient intake, body weight, and glycemic markers.

Clinical relevance

These findings suggest that Lactobacillus casei 01 could be a beneficial adjunct therapy for managing dietary habits and glycemic control in patients with T2DM. By improving these parameters, it may help reduce the risk of diabetes-related complications and improve overall health outcomes.

Keep in mind

The sample size may limit the generalizability of the findings. The study duration may not be sufficient to assess long-term effects. Potential biases in self-reported dietary intake could affect accuracy.

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Leila K, Beitullah A, Mohammad AJ, Tohid H, Mehran MA, Ismail F. The effect of Lactobacillus casei 01 on dietary intake, body weight, and glycemic control in patients with T2DM. Diabetology & Metabolic Syndrome. 2019;11:5. doi:10.1186/s13098-019-0400-7

Main Effects

Total energy intake decreased significantly by 54.32 kcal (p = 0.001).

Body weight decreased significantly by 1.52 kg (p < 0.001).

Fasting plasma glucose levels decreased significantly (p = 0.013).

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Evidence Context

This study contributes evidence to Lactobacillus casei 01 supplementation and BMI, Body weight, Carbohydrate intake, and 9 more.

Primary intervention

Lactobacillus casei 01 supplementation

Primary outcomes

  • BMI
  • Body weight
  • Carbohydrate intake

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Moderate contributionModerate confidenceNetwork score: 64

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Related topics

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Evidence pairs

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High relevance in at least one topic

Why it is useful

  • Contributes to 12 evidence relationships
  • Includes primary outcome data
  • Linked to 2 direct semantic evidence topics

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Primary evidence

Evidence topic

Weight Loss

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Related evidence

Evidence topic

Glycemic Control

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Core evidence

Study findings

The primary outcomes reported in this study.

BMI

Lactobacillus casei 01 supplementation → BMI

Lactobacillus casei 01 supplementation → BMI

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

Lactobacillus casei 01 supplementation → Body weight

Lactobacillus casei 01 supplementation → Body weight

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

Daily intake of saturated fat in grams

Lactobacillus casei 01 supplementation → Daily intake of saturated fat in grams

Lactobacillus casei 01 supplementation → Daily intake of saturated fat in grams

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

Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG)

Lactobacillus casei 01 supplementation → Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG)

Lactobacillus casei 01 supplementation → Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG)

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

Insulin

Lactobacillus casei 01 supplementation → Insulin

Lactobacillus casei 01 supplementation → Insulin

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

Insulin resistance

Lactobacillus casei 01 supplementation → Insulin resistance

Lactobacillus casei 01 supplementation → Insulin resistance

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

Percentage contribution of ultra-processed foods to total energy intake

Lactobacillus casei 01 supplementation → Percentage contribution of ultra-processed foods to total energy intake

Lactobacillus casei 01 supplementation → Percentage contribution of ultra-processed foods to total energy intake

Evidence Intelligence™
EvidenceScore™
Emerging
Score 59 · Based on 1 study
ImpactScore™
25
Negative
ConsistencyScore™
unclear
Not enough independent studies
Supporting studies: Based on 1 study
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Protein intake change

Lactobacillus casei 01 supplementation → Protein intake change

Lactobacillus casei 01 supplementation → Protein intake change

Evidence Intelligence™
EvidenceScore™
Emerging
Score 59 · Based on 1 study
ImpactScore™
25
Negative
ConsistencyScore™
unclear
Not enough independent studies
Supporting studies: Based on 1 study
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Serum fetuin-A levels

Lactobacillus casei 01 supplementation → Serum fetuin-A levels

Lactobacillus casei 01 supplementation → Serum fetuin-A levels

Evidence Intelligence™
EvidenceScore™
Emerging
Score 59 · Based on 1 study
ImpactScore™
100
Very Positive
ConsistencyScore™
unclear
Not enough independent studies
Supporting studies: Based on 1 study
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Sirtuin-1 (SIRT1)

Lactobacillus casei 01 supplementation → Sirtuin-1 (SIRT1)

Lactobacillus casei 01 supplementation → Sirtuin-1 (SIRT1)

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

Waist circumference

Lactobacillus casei 01 supplementation → Waist circumference

Lactobacillus casei 01 supplementation → Waist circumference

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

Carbohydrate intake

Lactobacillus casei 01 supplementation → Carbohydrate intake

Lactobacillus casei 01 supplementation → Carbohydrate intake

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

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evidence suggest

Evidence Suggest

  • Total energy intake decreased by 54.32 kcal (p = 0.001).
  • Body weight reduced by 1.52 kg (p < 0.001).
  • Fasting plasma glucose levels significantly decreased (p = 0.013).
who this applies

Who this applies to

  • Adults diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus.
  • Individuals looking to improve dietary habits and glycemic control.
keep in mind

Keep in Mind

  • Results may not apply to all populations with diabetes.
  • Further research is needed to confirm long-term benefits.
  • The study focused on a specific probiotic strain, limiting broader applicability.
between the lines

Between the Lines

  • The sample size may limit the generalizability of the findings.
  • The study duration may not be sufficient to assess long-term effects.
  • Potential biases in self-reported dietary intake could affect accuracy.

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Relationships organized using the Dediabetes Evidence Intelligence™ framework.

This study contributes to evidence on Lactobacillus casei 01 supplementation and Body Mass Index, Lactobacillus casei 01 supplementation and Body Weight.

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Does Lactobacillus casei 01 supplementation affect bmi?

Emerging Evidence

Lactobacillus casei 01 supplementation appears to improve BMI.

ConsistencyScore™: Consistency cannot yet be determined from the available evidence.

Ranked evidence signals

  1. 1

    BMI

    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.
1 supporting studyUpdated: Aug 2026

Does Lactobacillus casei 01 supplementation affect body weight?

Emerging Evidence

Lactobacillus casei 01 supplementation appears to improve Body weight.

ConsistencyScore™: Consistency cannot yet be determined from the available evidence.

Ranked evidence signals

  1. 1

    Body weight

    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.
1 supporting studyUpdated: Aug 2026

Does Lactobacillus casei 01 supplementation improve carbohydrate intake?

Emerging Evidence

Lactobacillus casei 01 supplementation appears to improve Carbohydrate intake.

ConsistencyScore™: Consistency cannot yet be determined from the available evidence.

Ranked evidence signals

  1. 1

    Carbohydrate intake

    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.
1 supporting studyUpdated: Aug 2026

Does Lactobacillus casei 01 supplementation improve daily intake of saturated fat in grams?

Emerging Evidence

Lactobacillus casei 01 supplementation appears to improve Daily intake of saturated fat in grams.

ConsistencyScore™: Consistency cannot yet be determined from the available evidence.

Ranked evidence signals

  1. 1

    Daily intake of saturated fat in grams

    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.
1 supporting studyUpdated: Aug 2026
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