Zhong Yao Cai. 2001 Aug; 24(8): 586-8.

[Effect of the decoction of tribulus terrestris on mice gluconeogenesis]

Li M, Qu W, Chu S, Wang H, Tian C, Tu M.

School of Life Science, East China Normal University, Shanghai 200062.

The decoction of Tribulus terresteis could significantly inhibit the gluconeogenesis and influence glycometabolism on normal mice. The decoction could also reduce the level of triglyceride and the content of cholesterol in the plasma.