topicSesame Cholesterol Meta-Analysis
claim1 2 3 4 Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is among the most frequent endocrine disorders in women of reproductive age and is strongly associated with multiple cardiometabolic disturbances.
evidence level4
citationMuacevic Alexander (2026)
sourceRole of Functional Foods and Nutraceutical Compounds in Alleviating Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Narrative Review
topicSesame Cholesterol Meta-Analysis
claimWhile these approaches can reduce symptoms, they mostly do not address the underlying endocrine or metabolic disturbances and may be associated with adverse effects, including gastrointestinal discomfort, weight gain, and fatigue [,].
evidence level4
citationMuacevic Alexander (2026)
sourceRole of Functional Foods and Nutraceutical Compounds in Alleviating Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Narrative Review
topicSesame Cholesterol Meta-Analysis
claimIncreasing evidence also points to the benefits of curcumin, a polyphenolic compound from turmeric, which down-regulates inflammatory mediators and oxidative stress, thereby improving insulin action [].
evidence level4
citationMuacevic Alexander (2026)
sourceRole of Functional Foods and Nutraceutical Compounds in Alleviating Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Narrative Review
topicSesame Cholesterol Meta-Analysis
claimGlobally, the condition affects roughly 4-20% of women, underscoring its significance as a public-health concern [,].
evidence level4
citationMuacevic Alexander (2026)
sourceRole of Functional Foods and Nutraceutical Compounds in Alleviating Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Narrative Review
topicSesame Cholesterol Meta-Analysis
claim) supplementation may offer beneficial effects in modulating various cardiometabolic risk factors, although findings from clinical trials have been inconsistent.
evidence level4
citationKuo WH (2026)
sourceIntegrative Evidence on Sesame Supplementation for Cardiometabolic Risk Factors Relevant to Retinopathy.
topicSesame Cholesterol Meta-Analysis
claimSesame supplementation significantly reduced both systolic and diastolic blood pressure.
evidence level4
citationKuo WH (2026)
sourceIntegrative Evidence on Sesame Supplementation for Cardiometabolic Risk Factors Relevant to Retinopathy.
topicSesame Cholesterol Meta-Analysis
claimFurther-more, sesame intake was associated with a significant reduction in liver enzyme levels, particularly alanine aminotransferase (ALT).
evidence level4
citationKuo WH (2026)
sourceIntegrative Evidence on Sesame Supplementation for Cardiometabolic Risk Factors Relevant to Retinopathy.
topicSesame Cholesterol Meta-Analysis
claimBackground Cardiometabolic disorders, such as diabetes, hypertension, dyslipidemia, retinopathy, and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, present significant health challenges globally.
evidence level4
citationKuo WH (2026)
sourceIntegrative Evidence on Sesame Supplementation for Cardiometabolic Risk Factors Relevant to Retinopathy.