Investigation of the Effects of Chia-fortified Basisa on Diabetic Patients

Abstract

It suggested that phytochemicals found in cereals, legumes and chia possess several health effects. Consequently, this study aimed to investigate the influences of chia-fortified basisa on type II diabetes, total cholesterol and triglycerides. Urea, creatinine, blood pressure and body mass index were also determined. Basisa is a cereal-legumes food that were prepared using wheat, chickpea, lentils, fenugreek, turmeric and cumin in measured ratios. Chia powder was added to basisa by 5 and 10%. The participants were diabetic (type II) with cholesterol and triglycerides elevation. They were divided into three groups according to the chia powder (0, 5 and 10%) used. The study were conducted for 90 days. The results indicated that groups who had basisa with chia had significantly (p ˂ 0.01) low levels of HbA1c, cholesterol, LDL, triglycerides, BMI and blood pressure compared to the control groups after 90 days of the study. Urea and creatinine levels were increased; however, their levels were still in the normal range. It can be concluded chia powder enhanced the positive effects of basisa on chronic diseases and obesity.