Taurine supplement study for blood sugar, fats, and inflammation
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This Phase 2 study tests whether taking taurine affects blood sugar control, cholesterol/fats, and inflammation in people with type 2 diabetes. It may help by improving these lab markers, which are linked to long-term health risks.
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Who can take part
- You have been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes for at least 6 months
- You are over 30 years old
- Your body mass index (BMI) is 18.5 or higher, and your weight hasn’t changed in the last 3 months
- Your recent HbA1c blood test is between 7.5% and 10.5%
- In the last 3 months, you have not used herbal supplements, antioxidants, or multivitamins
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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