Impact of lamiaceae plants on anthropometric indices in patients with metabolic syndrome: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized clinical trials.
Hossein Hassanpour, Leila Nasiri, Marzieh Mojtahed et al.
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This systematic review and meta-analysis evaluated the impact of Lamiaceae plants on anthropometric indices in adults with metabolic syndrome, analyzing 20 randomized clinical trials involving 2445 participants. The findings indicated significant reductions in BMI, weight, and waist circumference, particularly in overweight/obese individuals, with high confidence in the results for BMI and weight.
Key findings
- Lamiaceae supplementation led to significant reductions in BMI and weight.
- Waist circumference also decreased significantly, especially in overweight/obese participants.
- Specific genera, particularly Salvia and Zataria, showed effectiveness in reducing BMI and waist circumference.
- No significant changes in body fat mass were observed.
Why it matters
Understanding the effects of Lamiaceae plants on anthropometric indices can inform clinicians about potential adjunctive therapies for managing metabolic syndrome, particularly in overweight and obese patients. This could enhance lifestyle interventions aimed at improving metabolic health.