Shiver your way to better blood sugar? new study tests cold therapy for diabetes
NCT ID NCT05576025
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether shivering from cold exposure can improve 24-hour blood sugar levels in people with prediabetes or type 2 diabetes. Twenty-four participants underwent two cold sessions at different shivering intensities. The goal was to see if muscle activation from shivering helps the body use glucose better. It is a small, early-stage study, so results are not yet conclusive.
What this could mean
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Active substance
cold exposure (shivering at different intensities)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a simple, drug-free way to help manage blood sugar in type 2 diabetes or prediabetes.
What could go wrong
This is a very small, early study (24 people) looking at short-term effects only. The results may not lead to a practical treatment, and cold exposure may be uncomfortable or risky for some.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Maastricht University, Department of Nutrition and Movement Sciences
Maastricht, Limburg, 6200MD, Netherlands