Plain-English translation of NCT07285811 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated · Translation generated · How we translate trials
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Researchers want to understand whether whey protein—a natural protein supplement—can help older adults with type 2 diabetes manage their blood sugar better. You would try two different amounts of whey protein as well as a placebo (a dummy treatment with no protein) over three separate weeks, wearing a continuous glucose monitor to track how your blood sugar responds. Scientists believe this treatment might help reduce dangerous blood sugar spikes, especially after eating.
Studies in younger people with type 2 diabetes suggest that taking whey protein before meals helps keep blood sugar levels more stable and prevents sharp spikes. This trial wants to see if the same benefit works for people aged 75–90, who may have different bodies and different needs than younger adults.
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You would visit the research center 5 times over about 12 weeks. At each of three main testing phases, you would wear a continuous glucose monitor for 7 days while eating your normal diet, but taking either a low dose of whey protein, a moderate dose of whey protein, or a placebo before your main meals. On the first day of each phase, you would come to a research kitchen, have blood drawn, and eat a test meal with the supplement to help researchers measure how your body responds. Between phases, you would return for follow-up visits to check your health and kidney function.
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