Digital diet program aims to remit diabetes in 64 patients

NCT ID NCT04663061

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

Summary

This completed study tested whether a high-intensity medical weight loss program, supported by a digital platform and continuous glucose monitors, could help people with type 2 diabetes lose weight and achieve remission. 64 participants were enrolled and compared to a group receiving standard diabetes education. The goal was 15% weight loss and an A1c below 6.5% without diabetes medications.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

intensive medical weight loss program (diet, exercise, counseling) plus continuous glucose monitoring and digital support

What this could lead to

If successful, this approach could offer a scalable way to help many people with type 2 diabetes achieve remission without long-term medication.

What could go wrong

This is a small, completed trial (64 participants) with no phase designation, so results may not apply broadly. Weight loss is difficult to maintain, and remission may not be permanent.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

diabetes mellitus 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

  • Wake Forest Univesity Health Sciences

    Winston-Salem, North Carolina, 27157, United States