Effect of the Extract of the Flour Fermented With Bacillus Subtilis Var Natto DC-15 on Postprandial Glucose

A Randomized, Double-blind, Placebo Controlled, Crossover Study to Determine the Effect of the Flour Fermentation Products by Bacillus Subtilis Var Natto DC-15 on Postprandial Glucose Profile in Prediabetic Subjects.

The purpose of the present study is to evaluate the effect of the extract of the flour fermented with Bacillus subtilis var natto DC-15 on postprandial glucose level in subjects with prediabetes.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Fasting plasma glucose 110-125 mg/dL

Exclusion Criteria:

• Taking anti-diabetic drugs
• Taking drugs or functional food that may affect blood glucose level
• Pregnant or nursing a child
• Participation in any clinical trial within 90 days of the commencement of the trial
• Renal or hepatic dysfunction
• Heart disease
• History of severe disease and/or major surgery