High-protein drink for weight loss in type 2 diabetes
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study tests if a high-protein diabetes shake can help people with type 2 diabetes who are starting a new class of diabetes medications (GLP-1 or GIP receptor agonists) lose weight and improve body composition. Participants will either take the shake or a placebo drink for several weeks.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 75 years old.
- You have type 2 diabetes for at least 3 months.
- You are about to start a GLP-1 or dual GLP-1/GIP medication such as Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, Zepbound, or Trulicity.
- Your body mass index (BMI) is 25 or higher.
- You do not have type 1 diabetes.
- Your kidney function is normal (no severe kidney disease or recent kidney injury).
Quick eligibility check
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