Could when you eat help control diabetes? new study tests meal timing vs. calorie counting

NCT ID NCT07674875

First seen Jun 30, 2026 · Last updated Jul 01, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This trial investigates whether changing how often and when people with type 2 diabetes eat can improve weight, blood sugar, and cholesterol. Over 12 weeks, participants follow one of three eating plans: a standard 6-meal diet, a 3-meal diet, or time-restricted eating (eating all food within an 8-hour window). The study compares these approaches to see which works best for managing diabetes.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

dietary intervention (meal frequency and timing)

What this could lead to

If successful, this could point toward a simple, non-drug way to help manage type 2 diabetes by adjusting when and how often people eat.

What could go wrong

This is a small, 12-week study, so long-term effects are unknown. Results may not apply to everyone, and sticking to the eating plans may be hard for some.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Intermittent Fasting Obesity obesity disorder Overweight type 2 diabetes mellitus Weight Loss

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine

    Antalya, Konyaalti, 07070, Turkey (Türkiye)