Can eating whole fruit help control blood sugar in type 2 diabetes?
Part of Digestive system, Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study tests if eating whole fruit (like apples, berries, or oranges) can help people with type 2 diabetes manage their blood sugar. You'll eat provided study meals and have your blood sugar checked.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older
- You have type 2 diabetes
- Your HbA1c (a 3-month blood-sugar average) is between 6.5 and 12.0%
- Your pancreas is still making some insulin (checked with a simple blood test)
- You are not currently on insulin or weight-loss medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, or similar
- You can eat the study meals and do an MRI scan (no metal implants, no severe claustrophobia)
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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