Naslov
Effect of coadministration of enriched Korean Red Ginseng (Panax ginseng) and American ginseng (Panax quinquefolius L) on cardiometabolic outcomes in type-2 diabetes: A randomized controlled trial

Autori
Jovanovski, Elena ; Smirčić-Duvnjak, Lea ; Komishon, Allison ; Au-Yeung, Fei (Rodney) ; Sievenpiper, John L. ; Zurbau, Andreea ; Jenkins, Alexandra L. ; Sung, Mi-Kyung ; Josse, Robert ; Li, Dandan ; Vuksan, Vladimir

Izvornik
Journal of Ginseng Research (1226-8453) 45 (2021), 5; 546-554

Vrsta, podvrsta i kategorija rada
Radovi u časopisima, članak, znanstveni

Ključne riječi
Korean Red Ginseng (Panax ginseng) ; American ginseng (Panax quinquefolius L) ; cardiometabolic outcomes ; type-2 diabetes

Sažetak
Background: Diabetes mellitus and hypertension often occur together, amplifying cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk and emphasizing the need for a multitargeted treatment approach. American ginseng (AG) and Korean Red Ginseng (KRG) species could improve glycemic control via complementary mechanisms. Additionally, a KRG-inherent component, ginsenoside Rg3, may moderate blood pressure (BP). Our objective was to investigate the therapeutic potential of coadministration of Rg3-enriched Korean Red Ginseng (Rg3-KRG) and AG, added to standard of care therapy, in the management of hypertension and cardiometabolic risk factors in type-2 diabetes. Methods: Within a randomized controlled, parallel design of 80 participants with type-2 diabetes (HbA1c: 6.5-8%) and hypertension (systolic BP: 140-160 mmHg or treated), supplementation with either 2.25 g/day of combined Rg3-KRG + AG or wheat-bran control was assessed over a 12-wk intervention period. The primary endpoint was ambulatory 24-h systolic BP. Additional endpoints included further hemodynamic assessment, glycemic control, plasma lipids and safety monitoring. Results: Combined ginseng intervention generated a mean +/- SE decrease in primary endpoint of 24-h systolic BP (-3.98 +/- 2.0 mmHg, p = 0.04). Additionally, there was a greater reduction in HbA1c (-0.35 +/- 0.1% [-3.8 +/- 1.1 mmol/mol], p = 0.02), and change in blood lipids: total cholesterol (-0.50 +/- 0.2 mmol/l, p = 0.01), non-HDL-C (-0.54 +/- 0.2 mmol/l, p = 0.01), triglycerides (-0.40 +/- 0.2 mmol/l, p = 0.02) and LDL-C (-0.35 +/- 0.2 mmol/l, p = 0.06) at 12 wks, relative to control. No adverse safety outcomes were observed. Conclusion: Coadministration of Rg3-KRG + AG is an effective addon for improving BP along with attaining favorable cardiometabolic outcomes in individuals with type 2 diabetes. Ginseng derivatives may offer clinical utility when included in the polypharmacy and lifestyle treatment of diabetes.

Izvorni jezik
Engleski

Znanstvena područja
Temeljne medicinske znanosti

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