Effects of zinc supplementation on serum adiponectin concentration and glycemic control in patients with type 2 diabetes

ConclusionDespite a significant increase in serum zinc level, no improvement was observed in glycemic control, following 12 weeks supplementation with 30 mg/d zinc (as zinc gluconate). Zinc supplementation restored adiponectin concentrations partly within the intervention group, and increased HDL levels compared to the control group. The current findings did not support improvement in glucose homeostasis following zinc supplementation in patients with type 2 diabetes under the present study design.
Source: Journal of Trace Elements in Medicine and Biology - Category: Biochemistry Source Type: research