Effects of Açai Berry on Metabolic Parameters in Overweight Adults
Author Information
Author(s): Udani Jay K, Singh Betsy B, Singh Vijay J, Barrett Marilyn L
Primary Institution: Medicus Research LLC
Hypothesis
Does consumption of açai fruit pulp affect metabolic parameters in overweight individuals?
Conclusion
Açai fruit pulp consumption reduced levels of fasting glucose, insulin, and total cholesterol in overweight adults.
Supporting Evidence
- Fasting glucose levels decreased from 98.0 mg/dl to 92.8 mg/dl after 30 days.
- Insulin levels decreased from 8.9 μU/ml to 6.7 μU/ml after 30 days.
- Total cholesterol decreased from 159.2 mg/dl to 141.8 mg/dl after 30 days.
- Post-prandial glucose response was significantly reduced after 30 days of açai consumption.
Takeaway
Eating açai berry pulp can help lower blood sugar and cholesterol levels in people who are overweight.
Methodology
This was an open label pilot study with 10 overweight adults consuming 100 g açai pulp twice daily for 1 month.
Potential Biases
The study was uncontrolled and open label, which may introduce bias.
Limitations
The study lacked a control group and had a small sample size.
Participant Demographics
10 participants aged 18-46, 5 men and 5 women, predominantly Hispanic.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p = 0.018 for fasting glucose, p = 0.017 for insulin, p = 0.03 for total cholesterol
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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