Promising effects of Persian shallot extract on the serum markers and blood pressure of patients with metabolic syndrome: a double-blinded randomized controlled trial

Promising Effects of Persian Shallot Extract on Patients with Metabolic Syndrome

Objective

This study aimed to assess how Persian shallot extract affects serum markers and blood pressure in patients diagnosed with metabolic syndrome (MetS).

Methods

Fifty patients with MetS were randomly divided into two groups: one received Persian shallot extract, while the other received a placebo. Both groups were treated for three months. Blood samples were taken at the start and end of the study to measure various health markers.

Results

Initially, both groups showed similar health markers. By the end of the study:

Lower Levels: The intervention group had significantly lower levels of malondialdehyde and oxidized low-density lipoprotein (Ox-LDL).
Improved Health Markers: There were significant reductions in fasting blood sugar, cholesterol, triglycerides, and LDL in the intervention group.
Increased Antioxidants: The total antioxidant capacity (TAC) and high-density lipoprotein (HDL) levels were significantly higher in the intervention group.
Blood Pressure Reduction: The intervention group also experienced significant reductions in both systolic and diastolic blood pressure.

Conclusion

Persian shallot extract offers multiple benefits for patients with MetS, including:

Improving oxidative balance
Lowering blood pressure
Reducing fasting blood sugar levels
Improving blood lipid profiles

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