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Study aim
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Evaluation of the effect of grape seed extract on biochemical and anthropometric factors in patients with non-alcoholic fatty liver
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Design
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Clinical trials phase 2, two parallel groups, double-blind, randomized.
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Settings and conduct
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It is performed in the clinic of Shohada hospital in Hindijan. Researchers and patients are blinded.
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Participants/Inclusion and exclusion criteria
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Inclusion criteria: 20-60 years old patient with non alcoholic fatty liver disease; BMI equal to 25-30.
Exclusion criteria: patients who have diabetes, cardiovascular, kidney and other hepatic diseases; pregnant or lactating women; smoking; alcohol consumption; use of dietary supplements
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Intervention groups
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Treatment group: Receiving grape seed extract 500 mg daily. Control group: receiving placebo.
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Main outcome variables
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Changes in biochemical factors (HDL, LDL, ALT, AST, triglyceride, cholesterol, plasma atherogenic index, total antioxidant capacity, interleukin 6, fasting blood sugar, HbA1c, fasting insulin level, weight, body mass index, waist circumference)