Department
Exercise Science and Sport Management
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
9-9-2021
Abstract
BACKGROUND: This study aimed to evaluate the effects of a combination of aerobic-resistance training (CARET) and broccoli supplementation on dectin-1 levels and insulin resistance in men with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2D). METHODS: Forty-four males with T2D were randomly allocated to four groups ( = 11 each group): CARET + broccoli supplement (TS), CARET + placebo (TP), control + broccoli supplement (S), and control + placebo (CP). CARET was performed three days per week for 12 weeks. TS and S groups received 10 g of broccoli supplement per day for 12 weeks. All variables were assessed at baseline and 12 weeks. RESULTS: Plasma dectin-1 levels were decreased in TS and TP groups compared with the CP group ( < 0.05). Cardiometabolic risk factors showed significant reductions in TP and TS groups compared to S and CP groups ( < 0.05). CONCLUSION: The combination of CARET and broccoli supplementation produced the largest improvements in insulin resistance and dectin-1 and other complications of T2D.
Journal Title
Nutrients
Journal ISSN
2072-6643
Volume
13
Issue
9
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
10.3390/nu13093144
Comments
This article received funding through Kennesaw State University's Faculty Open Access Publishing Fund, supported by the KSU Library System and KSU Office of Research.