Plain-English translation of NCT06694155 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated · Translation generated · How we translate trials
This study doesn't follow the usual testing phases — it may be an observational study or a different type of research.
This trial is testing whether whey protein — a common dairy-based supplement — can help people with prediabetes or type 2 diabetes control their blood sugar levels more effectively. Researchers believe that drinking whey protein at specific times (when you wake up and before dinner) may reduce hunger, lower blood sugar spikes after meals, and improve overall glucose control. The study will compare how this treatment works compared to a placebo (inactive) drink.
Many people with prediabetes and type 2 diabetes struggle to manage their blood sugar levels and control their appetite, which can make it harder to prevent or delay the progression of diabetes. This research aims to explore whether a simple, accessible supplement like whey protein could be an effective, supportive tool to help improve blood sugar control.
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You will participate in a crossover study, meaning you'll try both the whey protein supplement and a placebo drink at different times. For each 7-day period, you'll drink the supplement within one hour of waking (before breakfast) and 30 minutes before dinner. During both periods, you'll wear a continuous glucose monitor to track your blood sugar, keep a detailed food journal, and complete blood tests to measure your glucose control and how your body is responding. The study involves two separate week-long sessions with a break in between.
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United States
Sponsor
University of Arkansas
Collaborators
National Dairy Council
Enrollment target
~40 participants
Started
January 2025
Primary completion
November 2026
Age range
50 Years – 70 Years
Last updated on clinicaltrials.gov in April 2026.
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Central contact
Arny Ferrando, PhD
University of Arkansas
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