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Phytother Res October 2019 PMID 31359513

The effects of spirulina on glycemic control and serum lipoproteins in patients with metabolic syndrome and related disorders: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.

Zahra Hamedifard, Alireza Milajerdi, Željko Reiner, Mohsen Taghizadeh, Fariba Kolahdooz, Zatollah Asemi

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The discussions consistently highlight spirulina's positive effects on blood sugar and cholesterol levels, with phrases like 'beneficial effects' and 'works!' reflecting agreement and interest. The tone suggests a growing recognition of spirulina’s health potential, though engagement remains at a moderate level, mainly through sharing personal experiences or summarizing research findings.

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Most posts confirm the positive benefits of spirulina highlighted in the publication, with many explicitly endorsing its efficacy.

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Posts show moderate interest, often mentioning spirulina’s health benefits and referencing the systematic review without deep analysis.

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Some discussions involve sharing personal endorsements or mentioning specific studies, indicating a modest level of engagement.

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The posts suggest that the article influences opinions about spirulina's health benefits and its potential as a supplement, emphasizing its significance.

Abstract in brief

  • This systematic review and meta-analysis examined how spirulina affects blood sugar and cholesterol levels in patients with metabolic syndrome, finding that spirulina can significantly lower fasting blood glucose, insulin, and bad cholesterol (LDL, VLDL) while increasing good cholesterol (HDL).
  • The analysis pooled data from multiple studies and used statistical tools to ensure reliability, showing that spirulina has beneficial effects on key metabolic health markers in people with metabolic syndrome and related disorders.
  • Overall, the findings suggest that spirulina could be a helpful supplement for improving glycemic control and lipid profiles in these patients, but further high-quality research is needed to confirm these results.]
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@NutriRebel · X

Muy top la espirulina, parece ser. The effects of spirulina on glycemic control and serum lipoproteins in patients with metabolic syndrome and related disorders: A systematic review and meta‐analysis of randomized controlled trials https://t.co/6lCXTHByXk

Jul 31, 2019 · 11 likes · 2 shares · 5,950 followers View post →
TheLiverDoc™
@theliverdr · X

#spirulina - lots going on 1/ 2015 - metanalysis https://t.co/TX3Jj0RNn8 2016 - metanalysis https://t.co/zkYXJo17xk 2019 - metanalysis https://t.co/bu4pdGhvMb 2019 - metanalysis https://t.co/c6YkMHVR5p 2021 - metanalysis https://t.co/dHuP05vtgH #MedTwitter #MedEd #Clinical https://t.co/jeK86iFLEE

Mar 11, 2021 · 9 likes · 1 share · 314,038 followers View post →
Alberto Sanagustín
@alsanagust · X

ALGA AZTECA que BAJA el COLESTEROL, AZÚCAR y la PRESIÓN ARTERIAL https://t.co/uBUOEEmo1h a través de @YouTube

Jun 30, 2024 · 5 likes · 1 share · 5,092 followers View post →
Joel "Heart Prevention" Kahn MD, FACC
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Spirulina works! Why I use @ENERGYbits in my clinic (discount code Drjkahn) The effects of spirulina on glycemic control and serum lipoproteins in patients with metabolic syndrome and related… https://t.co/m0ZZ8lK5Y8

Mar 28, 2021 · 1 like · 2 shares · 32,247 followers View post →
AntonioM
@saludatm · X

▶️This meta-analysis demonstrated the beneficial effects of spirulina supplementation on improving FPG, insulin, total cholesterol, LDL-C, VLDL-C, and HDL-C levels in patients with MetS and related disorders.

Dec 1, 2020 · 1 like · 382 followers View post →
ENERGYbits
@ENERGYbits · X

RT @drjkahn: Spirulina works! Why I use @ENERGYbits in my clinic (discount code Drjkahn) The effects of spirulina on glycemic control and s…

Mar 29, 2021 · 2 shares · 26,527 followers View post →

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Alberto Sanagustín
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ALGA AZTECA que BAJA el COLESTEROL, AZÚCAR y la PRESIÓN ARTERIAL https://t.co/uBUOEEmo1h a través de @YouTube

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Sharon Epperson
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RT @drjkahn: Spirulina works! Why I use @ENERGYbits in my clinic (discount code Drjkahn) The effects of spirulina on glycemic control and s…

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RT @drjkahn: Spirulina works! Why I use @ENERGYbits in my clinic (discount code Drjkahn) The effects of spirulina on glycemic control and s…

Mar 29, 2021 · 2 shares · 26,527 followers View post →
Joel "Heart Prevention" Kahn MD, FACC
@drjkahn · X

Spirulina works! Why I use @ENERGYbits in my clinic (discount code Drjkahn) The effects of spirulina on glycemic control and serum lipoproteins in patients with metabolic syndrome and related… https://t.co/m0ZZ8lK5Y8

Mar 28, 2021 · 1 like · 2 shares · 32,247 followers View post →
Devi 'G'
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RT @drabbyphilips: #spirulina - lots going on 1/ 2015 - metanalysis https://t.co/TX3Jj0RNn8 2016 - metanalysis https://t.co/zkYXJo17xk 2019…

Mar 11, 2021 · 1 share · 933 followers View post →
TheLiverDoc™
@theliverdr · X

#spirulina - lots going on 1/ 2015 - metanalysis https://t.co/TX3Jj0RNn8 2016 - metanalysis https://t.co/zkYXJo17xk 2019 - metanalysis https://t.co/bu4pdGhvMb 2019 - metanalysis https://t.co/c6YkMHVR5p 2021 - metanalysis https://t.co/dHuP05vtgH #MedTwitter #MedEd #Clinical https://t.co/jeK86iFLEE

Mar 11, 2021 · 9 likes · 1 share · 314,038 followers View post →
AntonioM
@saludatm · X

▶️This meta-analysis demonstrated the beneficial effects of spirulina supplementation on improving FPG, insulin, total cholesterol, LDL-C, VLDL-C, and HDL-C levels in patients with MetS and related disorders.

Dec 1, 2020 · 1 like · 382 followers View post →
Nutr Reviews
@NutrReview · X

The effects of spirulina on glycemic control and serum lipoproteins in patients with metabolic syndrome and related disorders: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. https://t.co/lSwX66vW5l

Dec 27, 2019 · 226 followers View post →
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The effects of spirulina on glycemic control and serum lipoproteins in patients with metabolic syndrome and related disorders. https://t.co/IKUVe81ewr

Aug 26, 2019 · 40 followers View post →
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RT @NutriRebel: Muy top la espirulina, parece ser. The effects of spirulina on glycemic control and serum lipoproteins in patients with me…

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RT @NutriRebel: Muy top la espirulina, parece ser. The effects of spirulina on glycemic control and serum lipoproteins in patients with me…

Jul 31, 2019 · 2 shares · 6,711 followers View post →
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@NutriRebel · X

Muy top la espirulina, parece ser. The effects of spirulina on glycemic control and serum lipoproteins in patients with metabolic syndrome and related disorders: A systematic review and meta‐analysis of randomized controlled trials https://t.co/6lCXTHByXk

Jul 31, 2019 · 11 likes · 2 shares · 5,950 followers View post →