title: The comparative study of diabetic specific formula and standard formula on postprandial plasma glucose control in type 2 DM patients.
abstract: OBJECTIVE
  To compare the postprandial plasma glucose level after diabetic specific formula (DSF) and standard formula (SF) administration in type 2 diabetic patients.
  
  
  METHODS
  Thirty type 2 diabetic patients were included in the present randomized, controlled, double-blind, cross-over study. Subjects received DSF and isocaloric SF as a bolus administration of 400 mL while continuing their anti-diabetic medications. Venous blood samples were collected and analyzed to assess plasma glucose levels at pre- and at 30, 60, 90, 120, and 180 min post-administration of the formulas.
  
  
  RESULTS
  Postprandial glucose profiles were significantly lower with DSF compared to SF administration determined as a mean glucose concentration at 2-hour post-administration. The glucose area under the curve (AUC) after DSF consumption was 33% lower than the AUC after SF consumption, p < 0.001.
  
  
  CONCLUSIONS
  Use of DSF resulted in a significantly lower postprandial rise in plasma glucose concentrations than using SF. It should be the preferred option in diabetic patients who need nutritional support.
authors.forename: Supawan
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Buranapin
authors.forename: Sanguansak
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Siangruangsang
authors.forename: Vipawan
authors.initials: V
authors.lastname: Chantapanich
authors.forename: Natavuth
authors.initials: N
authors.lastname: Hengjeerajarus
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D000369:Aged, 80 and over; D019540:Area Under Curve; D001786:Blood Glucose / Q000032:analysis*; D018592:Cross-Over Studies; D003924:Diabetes Mellitus, Type 2 / Q000097:blood / Q000178:diet therapy*; D003927:Diet, Diabetic; D004311:Double-Blind Method; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D019518:Postprandial Period; D011446:Prospective Studies
chemical_list: D001786:Blood Glucose