Though reduced, the decline in starch digestion and absorption did not reach statistical significance in the sand rats. Olive leaf extract is associated with improved glucose homeostasis in humans. Animal models indicate that this may be facilitated through the reduction of starch digestion and absorption. Olive leaf extract may represent an effective adjunct therapy that normalizes glucose homeostasis in individuals with diabetes.

Olive leaf extract

Health conditions analyzed in this study

Functions related to this study

Insulin control

1 supplement Slightly Positive Olive leaf extract

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Body systems related to this study

Endocrine System

1 supplement Olive leaf extract