Sweetener study in older adults with prediabetes
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study tests whether eating non-nutritive sweeteners changes how your body handles sugar (glucose control). It may help researchers learn if sweeteners are helpful or harmful for people with prediabetes.
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Who can take part
- Be age 40 or older
- Have prediabetes based on blood sugar or A1c test results
- Have a stable weight for the last 6 months (within about 2 kg)
- Have a BMI under 40 and be able to maintain your current weight and activity
- Currently take in less than 1 serving of non-nutritive sweetener per week
- Be willing to pick up study foods daily and eat the provided foods for 8 weeks
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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