A Clinical Trial of Ginseng in Diabetes

A Clinical Trial of Ginseng for Glucose Intolerance

a clinical study of Ginseng its potential affect on diabetes

Comparing three groups (those with & without normal blood sugar levels) to see if there is any clinically significant change in blood sugar levels in relationship to those taking:

1. ginseng
2. ginsenoside RE (a type of metabolized ginseng)
3. placebo

Inclusion Criteria:

• ages 18-65
• healthy, non-diabetic
• healthy, impaired glucose tolerance/mild diabetes (no medications required)

Exclusion Criteria:

• impaired glucose tolerance (borderline diabetes that requires medications)
• diabetes (requiring medications)
• caffeine sensitivity
• known cardiac, peripheral vascular diseases
• arrhythmias (irregular heart rhythms)