AI coach joins fight against diabetes in new online lifestyle trial

NCT ID NCT07661381

Not yet recruiting Disease control Sponsor: University of Twente Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether a personalized online lifestyle program, with or without a virtual AI coach, can help people with type 2 diabetes improve their blood sugar control. 160 adults will use continuous glucose monitors and attend online group sessions over 12 months, with follow-ups up to 24 months. The main goal is to see if HbA1c levels drop, along with other health measures like weight and blood pressure.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Lifestyle program with virtual AI lifestyle coach and continuous glucose monitoring
What this could lead to: If successful, this could offer an effective, remote way to help people with type 2 diabetes better manage their blood sugar and overall health without needing extra medication.
What could go wrong: This is a feasibility study, not a large late-stage trial. The AI coach is new, and results may not apply to everyone. Lifestyle changes can be hard to maintain long-term.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

type 2 diabetes mellitus

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

DIABETES TYPE 2

Contacts and locations

Locations

University of Twente

Enschede, Overijssel, 7500 AE, Netherlands

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