Effects of probiotics supplementation on glycemic profile in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus: A grade-assessed systematic review and dose-response meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.

Background: Disturbed glycemia and the resulting type 2 diabetes (T2D) are significant health concerns. Various approaches have been examined to improve glycemic control in patients with T2D. Modification of gut microbiome via administering probiotics has been extensively studied.

Efficacy of Raloxifen in treatment of fibromyalgia in menopausal women.

Background: This study compared Raloxifen (Evista) with placebo in treatment of fibromyalgia.

Methods: One hundred menopausal women with fibromyalgia enrolled in a double-blind randomized study from Feb 2005 until Oct 2006. We compared efficacy of Raloxifen, and placebo over 16 weeks of treatment.