Zinc for elevated blood sugar
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study tests whether taking zinc supplements can help people with high blood sugar (but not on insulin). It is for those with elevated glucose levels or well-controlled type 2 diabetes.
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Who can take part
- You have high blood sugar (like a fasting blood sugar of 110 mg/dL or above, or an A1c of 5.7% or more).
- If you have type 2 diabetes, it must be well controlled with stable pills (not insulin).
- You have not taken any zinc supplements in the last 3 months.
- You do not have severe obesity, thyroid disease, heart or blood vessel disease, or other serious health issues.
- You are 18 years or older and not pregnant.
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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