TYPE2DIABETES

This early-phase study tested a special form of cannabidiol (CBD) called DehydraTECH, alone or combined with GLP-1 drugs (like Ozempic), in 148 overweight or obese adults with prediabetes or type 2 diabetes. The main goal was to check safety and how the body processes the drugs, …

This study looked at whether time-restricted eating (TRE) — eating only during a set daily window — can help control blood sugar and weight in adults with type 2 diabetes. 115 overweight or obese adults who take metformin were asked to follow TRE for 24 weeks. The goal was to see…

This study tested whether providing medically tailored meals (MTM) alone or with weekly group support sessions helps Black adults with high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, obesity, or metabolic syndrome. 75 participants received either 10 weeks of meals, meals plus group support…

This study looked at whether a high-intensity body-weight circuit training program could help middle-aged adults recently diagnosed with type 2 diabetes improve their blood sugar control, body fat, and fitness. Twenty-two participants who were not on insulin or other diabetes med…

This early-stage study tested a small implant that releases exenatide, a drug used for weight control, in 24 overweight or obese adults without diabetes. The goal was to check safety and how the drug behaves in the body. Participants received the implant under the skin and were m…

This study tested a 6-month home program for 72 children aged 7-10 living in rural areas. The program included activity packs, health coach sessions, and a resource toolbox to encourage healthy eating and physical activity. The goal was to reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes by im…

This study tested a 12-week telehealth program for Black adolescent girls (ages 12-18) with obesity who are at risk for type 2 diabetes, along with their primary female caregiver. The program aimed to improve diet quality and reduce sedentary time. Only 19 participants were enrol…

This study looked at whether doing aerobic exercise with just the arms can improve exercise capacity, muscle oxygen levels, and daily physical activity in adults with type 2 diabetes. Forty participants completed the trial, which measured their fitness through treadmill tests and…

This study tested a small, clip-on ear device that gently stimulates a nerve to see if it can reduce pain from diabetic nerve damage. 185 adults with type 2 diabetes and painful neuropathy used the device at home twice a day for 12 weeks. The goal was to measure changes in daily …

This study looked at how the drug finerenone affects kidney blood vessels and stress levels in people with type 2 diabetes. Researchers measured blood flow and oxidative stress in the kidneys of 91 adults. The goal was to understand how finerenone works, not to test a cure or tre…

This study looked at whether giving a carbohydrate drink 2 hours before surgery is safe for people with well-controlled type 2 diabetes. 76 adults were split into two groups: one got the drink, the other fasted as usual. Researchers measured blood sugar and checked stomach conten…

This study looked at how the hormone glucagon affects the liver's ability to break down amino acids and produce sugar. Researchers compared lean and obese people, some with type 2 diabetes and fatty liver, to see if the liver becomes resistant to glucagon. The goal was to better …

This study looked at whether using a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) is better than standard finger-prick checks for pregnant women with type 2 diabetes. Sixteen participants were followed for about 26 weeks to see how well they managed their blood sugar and how they felt about …

This study tested whether an electronic alert in the medical record system could prompt doctors to order a simple urine test (UACR) for patients with type 2 diabetes who hadn't had one in the past year. The goal was to catch chronic kidney disease earlier, when treatments can mak…