Plain-English translation of NCT06902077 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated · Translation generated · How we translate trials
Read our Type 2 Diabetes research guide →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 a low-carbohydrate diet (eating 50–80 grams of carbs per day) can help teenagers with type 2 diabetes control their blood sugar better than a standard diabetes diet. Type 2 diabetes in teens is increasing rapidly, and current treatments don't always stop the disease from getting worse. Low-carb diets have worked well for adults with diabetes, but we don't yet know if they work the same way for teenagers.
Type 2 diabetes in young people is becoming more common, and doctors need better treatment options to help teenagers manage their disease long-term. While this dietary approach has shown promise in adults, there is very little research on whether it is safe and effective for adolescents.
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You will be randomly assigned to either try a low-carbohydrate diet (50–80 grams of carbs per day) or follow the standard diabetes diet recommended by current guidelines. The study lasts 24 weeks (about 6 months), during which you'll keep food records and meet regularly with a dietitian to track your progress and get support. Blood tests will measure how well your blood sugar control and insulin function improve over time.
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United States
Sponsor
University of Alabama at Birmingham
Collaborators
Children's of Alabama
Enrollment target
~40 participants
Started
November 2025
Primary completion
August 2027
Age range
12 Years – 18 Years
Last updated on clinicaltrials.gov in December 2025.
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Central contact
Ortal Resnick, MD
University of Alabama at Birmingham
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