Evaluation of Commercial Carob Syrups (Ceratonia siliqua L.) in Randomized Controlled Trials: Effects on Lipid, Glycaemic, and Anthropometric Parameters

Background: Metabolic disorders such as diabetes and dyslipidaemia are intricately con- nected to dietary habits. This has resulted in an increasing interest in functional foods that may offer benefits for glycaemic and lipid regulation. This study aims to evaluate the effects of two commercial carob syrups on postprandial glycaemic response, serum lipid profile, and anthropometric measurements in healthy adults. Methods: The research comprised two complementary randomized and controlled...