Low-carb diet for type 2 diabetes
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study tests whether a carefully designed low-carb diet can help people with type 2 diabetes control their blood sugar better. If you qualify, you'll follow a special meal plan and be monitored for improvements.
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Who can take part
- You are between 35 and 70 years old.
- You have type 2 diabetes, and your average blood sugar (HbA1c) is between 7% and 9%.
- Your diabetes medications have been the same for at least 3 months.
- You are not currently using insulin, GLP-1 drugs (like Ozempic), or DPP-4 inhibitors (like Januvia).
- You have no serious diabetic complications or recent heart problems.
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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