Diet soda vs. water: which is better for diabetes?

NCT ID NCT03944616

First seen Sep 30, 2025 · Last updated May 07, 2026 · Updated 25 times

Summary

This study looked at whether drinking artificially sweetened diet beverages affects blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes. 181 participants who already drank diet drinks were randomly assigned to continue drinking them or switch to plain water for 24 weeks. The main goal was to see if there were changes in HbA1c, a key measure of long-term blood sugar control.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University of California, Irvine

    Irvine, California, 92697, United States

  • University of Minnesota

    Minneapolis, Minnesota, 55454, United States

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