Low-Carb diet shows promise for blood sugar control in obesity
NCT ID NCT04234373
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This pilot study explores how a 6-month low-carbohydrate diet affects blood sugar control, body composition, and gut-brain interactions in 40 obese adults with or without glucose intolerance or diabetes. Participants follow a low-carb eating plan, and researchers measure changes in blood sugar, body fat, and metabolites. The goal is to see if this diet can help manage blood sugar and weight in this population.
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St Clara Research Ltd, St Claraspital Basel
Basel, 4002, Switzerland
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