Abstract
Introduction: Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a chronic metabolic disorder that requires a multifaceted approach to manage the disease, including lifestyle changes, medication, and monitoring blood glucose levels. Zinc is an essential micronutrient that plays a critical role in regulating insulin secretion, glucose metabolism, and immune function. Zinc supplementation may improve glycemic control and reduce oxidative stress in people with type 2 DM. Objectives: To determine whether zinc supplementation can enhance glycemic control in type 2 diabetic patients by investigating the relationship between serum zinc levels and glycemic control. Methodology: 100 participants with type 2 DM were recruited from local DM clinics and hospitals to participate in the study. Fifty participants were assigned to the zinc supplementation group and fifty to the placebo group. At the beginning and conclusion of the 12-week study period, serum zinc, HbA1c, and fasting plasma glucose levels were measured using blood samples. Using the t-test and regression analysis, SPSS (version 23.0) was used to conduct statistical analysis. Results: The mean age of the participants was 58.2 years, and the majority had a BMI greater than 25. There were no significant differences between the two categories in terms of participant characteristics.
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