Can a special diet help control diabetes? new study tests Low-Calorie MIND-HK plan

NCT ID NCT07635121

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests whether two low-calorie versions of the MIND-HK diet can improve blood sugar and heart health in adults with type 2 diabetes. 180 participants aged 40-70 will be split into three groups: one following a low-calorie diet, one a very low-calorie diet, and a control group. Over 12 weeks, they will attend nutrition sessions and use apps to track their progress.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

Low-calorie MIND-HK diet and very low-calorie MIND-HK diet

What this could lead to

If successful, this could show that structured low-calorie diets help manage blood sugar and reduce heart disease risk in type 2 diabetes.

What could go wrong

This is a small, 12-week trial with only 180 participants. Results may not apply to all people with diabetes, and sticking to the diet may be hard for some.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

type 2 diabetes mellitus

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