PREDIABETES

This study looked at whether a three-month supervised exercise program can help men with type 2 diabetes, prediabetes, or obesity improve their blood sugar, body composition, and fitness. Three hundred sedentary men aged 35-65 took part in regular training sessions at a fitness c…

This study tested a program that used financial rewards and text messages to encourage physical activity in 75 teens and young adults (ages 13-22) with prediabetes or type 2 diabetes. Participants wore a Fitbit to track their steps and moderate-to-vigorous activity. The goal was …

This study tested a virtual health program for African immigrants aged 25-75 who are uninsured and have at least two risk factors like high blood pressure, prediabetes, or obesity. Participants used Bluetooth scales and blood pressure monitors to track their health over six month…

This study tested two approaches—weight-focused (aiming for weight loss) and weight-neutral (focusing on physical activity without weight loss goals)—to improve metabolic health in Black adults with stage 1 obesity and related conditions like high blood pressure or prediabetes. F…

This study looked at whether adding dapagliflozin to metformin helps people with severe obesity (BMI 40+) and prediabetes or type 2 diabetes lose more weight than metformin alone. Over 12 months, researchers measured weight, blood pressure, and waist changes. The goal was to see …

This study tested whether doing aerobic exercise at home with remote monitoring (tele-exercise) works as well as supervised hospital exercise for people with prediabetes. 42 adults with prediabetes walked for 30 minutes, 5 days a week for 3 weeks. The goal was to see improvements…

This study looked at whether a supplement containing Akkermansia muciniphila (a gut bacteria) and berberine (a natural compound) can help manage prediabetes in people with obesity. 110 obese adults with prediabetes were randomly assigned to receive either the bacteria, berberine,…

This study looked at whether a 12-week program called Vivo could help sedentary older adults (age 60+) with prediabetes improve their leg strength and blood sugar levels. 74 participants were randomly assigned to either the Vivo program or a waitlist. The main goals were to see i…

This study looked at whether a prebiotic supplement called inulin can improve how the body uses insulin and handles sugar in adults with prediabetes. Twenty-two participants took either inulin or a placebo every day for six weeks while eating a controlled diet. Researchers measur…

This study looked at whether adding green tea to standard metformin treatment helps obese teenagers with prediabetes improve insulin resistance and blood sugar control. 90 teens aged 10-18 took part, with half receiving green tea plus metformin and half receiving metformin alone …

This study tested a 12-week online mindfulness program for teenagers with prediabetes or type 2 diabetes. The main goal was to see if the program was practical and acceptable for teens to use. Researchers also looked at whether the program might help with physical and mental heal…

This study tested whether a diabetes medication called empagliflozin could help prevent or delay diabetes in people with prediabetes. Researchers enrolled 60 veterans aged 35-60 with prediabetes and gave them the drug for 12 weeks. The main goals were to see if people would join …

This study looked at whether lifestyle changes—like diet and exercise—can help prevent prediabetes from turning into type 2 diabetes. 124 adults at high risk for prediabetes took part. They used a simple questionnaire and blood tests to track their progress. The goal was to see i…

This study tested a flexible version of the National Diabetes Prevention Program (NDPP-Flex) against the standard program in 214 adults with prediabetes. The goal was to see if personalized goal-setting could better lower blood sugar and help more people return to normal blood su…

This study tested whether a fully automated digital program could help people with prediabetes lose weight and lower blood sugar as effectively as standard programs led by human coaches. About 368 adults with prediabetes and overweight participated. The goal was to find a more ac…

This study tested a year-long online program to help adults aged 40-70 who are at risk for heart disease become more active. Participants received a fitness tracker, online coaching, and educational sessions. The goal was to see if this approach could increase daily steps and hel…

This study tested whether wearing a continuous glucose monitor and watching AI-generated health education videos can help people with prediabetes control their blood sugar. Thirty adults with prediabetes participated. The goal was to prevent progression to type 2 diabetes by impr…

This study compared two versions of the Diabetes Prevention Program for people with prediabetes: a standard diet and a very low-carbohydrate diet. Over 300 overweight adults with high blood sugar were randomly assigned to one of the two diets and attended weekly online group clas…

This study looked at whether helping people with pre-diabetes who sleep less than 6.5 hours a night get more sleep can improve their blood sugar control. About 150 adults wore a glucose monitor and activity tracker, and some received personalized sleep coaching for 8 weeks. The g…

This study tested a diabetes prevention program designed for college students facing challenges like food or financial insecurity. 80 UCLA undergraduates with prediabetes or high risk were split into two groups: one received a tailored 19-session program, the other got standard h…

This study tested a program to help Chinese immigrants with prediabetes prevent type 2 diabetes. Participants received weekly videos on diabetes prevention tailored to their culture, plus access to fresh vegetables from a community farm. The goal was to see if this approach helpe…

This study tested a mobile app designed to help people with prediabetes improve their health. The app used games, community support, and lifestyle tracking to encourage better eating and more physical activity. Researchers enrolled 60 participants to see if this interactive appro…

This study looked at whether taking collagen hydrolysate (a type of collagen supplement) before a meal can help manage blood sugar spikes in people with normal blood sugar or prediabetes. Thirty adults participated in a double-blind, placebo-controlled crossover trial. The goal w…

This study looked at whether taking Nextida-GC (a collagen-based peptide) or whey protein before or with a meal can reduce blood sugar spikes in healthy adults, including those with prediabetes. Thirty-two participants each tried eight different timing combinations over separate …

This study looked at whether a live, online strength training program called Vivo is practical and helpful for older adults with prediabetes. Twenty-eight sedentary adults aged 60 and older took part in 12 weeks of supervised workouts from home. The results showed good attendance…

This study tested a nutritional supplement containing apple extract, chromium, zinc, magnesium, and cinnamon in 21 adults with prediabetes. The goal was to see if it could help control blood sugar spikes after a meal. Participants took the supplement and had their blood glucose m…

This study looked at whether showing people their blood sugar levels after drinking a milk with mulberry leaf extract changes how beneficial they think the product is. 170 healthy or prediabetic adults aged 45-75 took part. The goal was to see if seeing the data makes people feel…

This study looked at whether two common artificial sweeteners, saccharin and acesulfame-potassium, affect blood sugar levels in middle-aged and older adults with prediabetes. Fourteen participants ate controlled breakfasts with or without these sweeteners, and their blood glucose…

This study tested a new way to help breast cancer patients who also have diabetes or prediabetes. Researchers split 74 patients into two groups: one group worked with a nurse trained in diabetes care, while the other did not. The goal was to see if having a diabetes nurse as part…

This study looked at how prediabetes and type 2 diabetes impact memory, physical abilities, and tiredness in people aged 60 and older. Researchers compared 94 older adults with normal blood sugar, prediabetes, or diabetes using tests for thinking, balance, and fatigue. The goal w…

This study looked at whether artificial sweeteners like Equal and Splenda raise blood sugar in adults with prediabetes. Fourteen participants ate controlled breakfasts and had their glucose monitored for two hours. The goal was to see if these sweeteners impact glucose levels and…

This pilot study looked at whether a 5-day fasting-mimicking diet (FMD) is practical for Asian Americans with prediabetes. Thirty participants followed the special low-calorie meal plan and had their blood sugar and physical measurements checked before and after. The main goal wa…