PREDIABETES

This small study looked at whether a 5-day fasting-mimicking diet (a special low-calorie meal plan) is practical for Asian Americans with prediabetes. Thirty participants tried one cycle of the diet and had their blood sugar and physical measurements checked before and after. The…

This study looked at whether a three-month supervised exercise program can help men with type 2 diabetes, prediabetes, or obesity improve their blood sugar, body composition, and fitness. Three hundred sedentary men aged 35-65 took part in regular training sessions at a fitness c…

This study looked at whether adding a nurse trained in diabetes care to the treatment team helps breast cancer patients with diabetes or prediabetes manage their blood sugar during cancer therapy. 74 patients were split into two groups: one worked with the nurse, the other did no…

This study tested a new online program for people with prediabetes. The program used games, lifestyle tips, and a supportive community to help participants eat better, exercise more, and control their blood sugar. Sixty adults with prediabetes took part, and researchers measured …

This study looked at whether a 12-week program called Vivo can help older adults (age 60+) with prediabetes improve leg strength and blood sugar levels. Participants were sedentary and had low physical function. The program was compared to a waitlist group. The goal was to see if…

This study looked at whether a prebiotic supplement called inulin can improve how the body uses insulin and handles sugar in adults with prediabetes. Twenty-two participants took either inulin or a placebo for 6 weeks while eating a controlled diet. The goal was to see if the sup…

This study looked at whether adding dapagliflozin to metformin helps people with severe obesity (BMI 40+) and prediabetes or type 2 diabetes lose more weight than metformin alone. About 160 participants took either the combination or metformin only for up to 12 months. The goal w…

This pilot study tested two health coaching strategies for Black adults with stage 1 obesity and conditions like high blood pressure, prediabetes, or high cholesterol. One strategy focused on weight loss, while the other focused on increasing physical activity without targeting w…

This study looked at whether a gut bacterium called Akkermansia muciniphila and a natural compound called berberine could help obese adults with prediabetes. 110 participants were randomly assigned to receive either the bacterium, berberine, or a placebo for 12 weeks. The goal wa…

This study looked at whether adding green tea to standard metformin treatment can improve insulin resistance and blood sugar control in obese teenagers with prediabetes. 90 participants aged 10-18 were randomly assigned to receive either metformin alone or metformin plus green te…

This study tested whether doing aerobic exercise at home with a heart rate monitor (tele-exercise) works as well as supervised hospital-based exercise for people with prediabetes. 42 adults with prediabetes walked for 30 minutes, 5 days a week for 3 weeks. The goal was to see if …

This study tested a virtual health program for African immigrants aged 25-75 who are uninsured and have at least two risk factors like high blood pressure, prediabetes, or obesity. Participants used Bluetooth scales and blood pressure monitors to track their health over six month…

This study tested a flexible version of the National Diabetes Prevention Program (NDPP) in 214 adults with prediabetes. Participants were randomly assigned to either the standard program or a more personalized goal-setting version. The goal was to see if the flexible approach cou…

This study tested a program to help Chinese immigrants with prediabetes prevent type 2 diabetes. Participants received weekly videos on diabetes prevention tailored to their culture, plus access to fresh vegetables from a community farm. The goal was to see if this approach helpe…

This study looked at whether lifestyle changes like diet and exercise can help people with prediabetes avoid developing type 2 diabetes. 124 adults at high risk for diabetes were given a risk questionnaire and blood tests to track their progress. The goal was to see if a structur…

This study tested whether a fully-automated digital diabetes prevention program works as well as standard human coach-based programs. 368 adults with prediabetes and overweight took part. The goal was to see if the digital program could help people lose weight, increase physical …

This study looked at whether helping people with pre-diabetes get more sleep each night can improve their blood sugar control and lower their risk of developing type 2 diabetes. About 150 adults who slept less than 6.5 hours per night were split into two groups: one aimed to exte…

This study tested a year-long online program to help adults aged 40-70 who are at risk for heart disease become more active. Participants received a fitness tracker, online coaching, and educational sessions. The goal was to see if this approach could increase daily steps and hel…

This study tested a new approach to help 30 adults with prediabetes lower their blood sugar and prevent type 2 diabetes. Participants wore a continuous glucose monitor and watched AI-generated health education videos on their smartphones. The goal was to see if this combination c…

This study tested a diabetes prevention program designed for college students facing challenges like food and financial insecurity. About 80 UCLA undergraduates at high risk for type 2 diabetes took part. The program included 19 group sessions focused on healthy habits and weight…

This study looked at whether a medication called empagliflozin, normally used for diabetes, could help prevent diabetes in veterans with prediabetes. 60 participants took the drug for 12 weeks to see if it was safe and practical. The goal was to gather initial information for a l…

This study compared two versions of the Diabetes Prevention Program for people with prediabetes: a standard diet and a very low-carbohydrate diet. Over 300 overweight adults with high blood sugar were randomly assigned to one of the two diets and attended weekly online group clas…

This study tested a nutritional supplement containing apple extract, chromium, zinc, magnesium, and cinnamon in 21 adults with prediabetes. The goal was to see if it could help control blood sugar spikes after a meal. Researchers measured blood glucose levels over two hours after…

This study tested a mindfulness program for 30 teens aged 12-18 with prediabetes or type 2 diabetes. The goal was to see if the program was practical and liked by participants, and to explore any health benefits like blood sugar control. Teens attended sessions and gave feedback …

This study tested whether taking Nextida-GC (a collagen-derived peptide) or whey protein before a breakfast meal helps lower blood sugar and insulin responses in 32 healthy adults, including 20 with prediabetes. Participants drank the supplement 30 minutes before, 10 minutes befo…

This study tested whether taking collagen hydrolysate before a meal can improve blood sugar control and digestion in 30 adults with normal or slightly elevated blood sugar (prediabetes). Participants received either collagen or a placebo in a random order, and researchers measure…

This study tested a program that used text messages and financial rewards to encourage physical activity in 75 teens and young adults (ages 13-22) with prediabetes or type 2 diabetes. Participants wore a Fitbit and received motivational texts and small incentives to increase thei…

This study looked at whether a live, online strength training program called Vivo is practical and helpful for older adults with prediabetes. Twenty-eight sedentary adults aged 60 and older took part in 12 weeks of supervised workouts from home. The results showed good attendance…

This study looked at whether artificial sweeteners like Equal and Splenda raise blood sugar in adults with prediabetes. Fourteen participants ate controlled breakfasts with or without sweeteners, and their glucose levels were tracked for two hours. The goal was to understand if t…

This study looked at whether artificial sweeteners like saccharin and acesulfame-potassium affect blood sugar levels in middle-aged and older adults with prediabetes. Fourteen participants ate controlled breakfasts with or without these sweeteners, and their blood glucose was mon…

This study looked at whether showing people their blood sugar levels in real time changes how they think about a milk drink with mulberry leaf extract. 170 healthy or prediabetic adults aged 45-75 took part. The goal was to see if seeing the drink's effect on glucose made people …

This study looked at how prediabetes and type 2 diabetes impact memory, physical abilities, and fatigue in people aged 60 and older. Researchers compared 94 older adults with normal blood sugar, prediabetes, or diabetes using tests for thinking, walking, and tiredness. The goal w…