Use of monomeric and oligomeric flavanols in the dietary management of patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus and microalbuminuria (FLAVA trial): study protocol for a randomized controlled trial

Abstract Background Patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2D) are prone to micro- and macro-vascular complications. Monomeric and oligomeric flavanols (MOF) isolated from grape seeds (Vitis vinifera) have been linked to improved endothelial function and vascular health. The aim of this study is t...

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Main Authors: Mardin Rashid, Adrie J. M. Verhoeven, Monique T. Mulder, Reinier Timman, Yvonne van Beek-Nieuwland, Athumani A. Athumani, Adrienne A. M. Zandbergen, Hans E. van der Wiel, Eric J. G. Sijbrands, Kirsten A. Berk
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2018-07-01
Series:Trials
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Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13063-018-2762-9