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ea0041ep545 | Diabetes therapy | ECE2016

Long-term effects of Stevia rebaduiana on glucose and lipid profile, adipocytokines, markers of inflammation and oxidation status in patients with metabolic syndrome

Kassi Eva , Landis George , Pavlaki Aikaterini , Lambrou George , Mantzou Aimilia , Androulakis Ioannis , Giannakou Andreas , Papanikolaou Eleni , Chrousos George

Introduction: Metabolic syndrome (MetS) is a cluster of interconnected factors that directly increase the risk of DM2 and CVD. Stevia rebaudiana (a low calorie natural sweetener) and its compounds are known for anti-hyperglycemic, anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidant, anti-hypertensive effects.Methods: Thirty-eight patients (age 47.3±10.3 years) (nmales=14, nfemales=24) with MetS (NCEP/ATPIII criteria) wer...

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Long-term effects of Stevia rebaduiana on glucose and lipid profile, adipocytokines, markers of inflammation and oxidation status in patients with metabolic syndrome

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