Effect of Sun-dried Tomato Powder as an add on therapy on Glycemic Profile, Renal Function and Liver Function in an individual with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM): A Case Report

Abstract

Type 2 Diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is common metabolic disease, which is characterized by the presence of hyperglycemia. A 38-year-old male patient presented with hyperglycemia and a history of K/C/O type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) dating back four years. It was recommended that he take the anti-diabetic medication, Metformin 500mg tablets, twice daily after meals to help manage his blood sugar levels. Even after using anti-diabetic medications, the patient's blood sugar levels remained uncontrolled. The patient visited the SDM Naturopathy OPD in Dharwad ,Karnataka for further management. After taking a detailed case history, he was advised to consume 15 grams of sun-dried tomato powder every morning, mixed in 150 ml of water on an empty stomach, for a period of 60 days, alongside his regular medication. The study showed improvements in Fasting Blood Sugar (134–111 mg/dl), Post-prandial Blood Sugar (171–148 mg/dl), and HbA1c (7.1–6.9%). The baseline renal and liver profiles were normal and monitored at five time points throughout the study. Both renal and liver functions remained within normal limits during the entire study period. This case report suggests that sun-dried tomato powder may help improve glycemic control while maintaining renal and liver function in patients with T2DM. However, a larger, more robust randomized controlled trial is needed to confirm the efficacy of sun-dried tomato powder as a safe and affordable intervention in clinical practice.