Numerous clinical trials have examined the effects of aged garlic (AG) on metabolic factors, yielding inconsistent results. This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to evaluate the impact of aged garlic on blood pressure (BP) and lipid profiles (LP). A comprehensive search was conducted across Scopus, PubMed, Medline via Ovid, ISI Web of Science, and Google Scholar until May 2024.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFContext: Numerous studies have demonstrated the positive effects on metabolic factors of consuming chia seeds. However, the results of clinical trials have been inconsistent.
Objective: The aim of this study was to conduct a systematic review and meta-analysis of available randomized controlled trials to explore the effects of chia seed consumption on body weight (BW), body composition, blood pressure, and glycemic control.