Ugandan superfoods tested for diabetes control
NCT ID NCT07295600
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Sep 10, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This small study in Uganda looks at how meals made with local fruits and vegetables affect blood sugar and fat levels in people with type 2 diabetes. Eight participants will eat five different test meals over five weeks, with blood samples taken over three hours after each meal. The goal is to find which local foods best help manage glucose and lipids.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
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- Participants
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13 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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May 2026
- Finished
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Aug 2026
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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- Ages
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30 to 60 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * Fasting blood sugar \>= \[7 mmol/L\](based on medical records) * Diabetic regimen for at least 6 months * Type 2 diabetes * Plans to continue staying in the same location for the next 6 months Exclusion Criteria: * Taking dietary supplements * Type 1 diabetes * Tuberculosis co-infection * Renal failure * Liver cirrhosis * Chronic pancreatitis * Pregnancy and Lactation * Regular sports activity * Parallel participation in another clinical trial * On treatment for dyslipidaemia, * On treatment for hypertension * Very low blood pressure (\< 90/50 mmHg) * Allergic reactions to test products
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Kajjansi Health Centre IV
Wakiso, Uganda
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