The Impact of Zinc Supplementation on Hyperglycemia and Complications of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

We highlighted the high prevalence of Zn deficiency among Type 2 DM patients and established significant correlations between low Zn levels (<65 μg/dL) and poor glycemic control, as well as higher incidences of neuropathy, retinopathy, and nephropathy. We advocate that Zn status should be considered in the management and treatment strategies for Type 2 DM patients to potentially mitigate complications and improve outcomes.