Citus Peel Compound Emulin Beneficial to People with Diabetes
A compound found in the peels of citrus fruits may be able to help diabetes patients and even prevent the disease, researchers say. Emulin was discovered while researching the weight-loss properties of grapefruit.
According to researchers Emulin mimics the activity of insulin.Emulin works by reducing the amount of carbohydrates absorbed after meals and the amount of glucose manufactured by the liver. It also speeds the removal of excess sugar from the bloodstream.
Double-blinded human trials with controls and placebos are under way and the results should be out very soon. Scientists said if the product is approved by the FDA, it could be on the market within two years
