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 Jul 31, 2026 · Updated 1 time
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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