Virtual weight control program aimed at diabetes management pulled before start

NCT ID NCT05663554

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study planned to test whether a virtual weight control program (WW, formerly Weight Watchers) could help adults with type 2 diabetes and obesity lower their blood sugar levels. Participants would have used the WW SmartPoints system and attended weekly online workshops. However, the study was withdrawn before enrolling anyone, so no data were collected.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

WW virtual weight control program (behavioral intervention using SmartPoints system)

What this could lead to

If it had succeeded, this could have pointed toward a practical, scalable way to help people with type 2 diabetes improve blood sugar control through weight management.

What could go wrong

The study was withdrawn before enrolling any participants, so no results are available. Even if conducted, behavioral programs can have variable adherence and may not work for everyone.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Obesity obesity disorder type 2 diabetes mellitus

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Pennington Biomedical Research Center

    Baton Rouge, Louisiana, 70808, United States

  • University of Pittsburgh Health Sciences

    Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15261, United States

  • Wake Forest University Health Sciences

    Greensboro, North Carolina, 27157, United States