Low carb diet | Top 32 novel treatment findings

Low-carb diet reduces glucagon's ability to raise blood sugar in type 1 diabetes.

The study found that the glucose response to low-dose glucagon was significantly reduced after 12 weeks of a low carbohydrate diet compared to a high carbohydrate diet, indicating a diminished effectiveness of glucagon in raising blood glucose levels post-LCD.

Study published: 2020-11-03

Ketogenic diet benefits Alzheimer's patients

Individuals with MCI on the MMKD exhibited lower levels of GABA-producing microbes and GABA, alongside higher levels of GABA-regulating microbes, suggesting a positive modulation of gut microbiome and metabolome.

Study published: 2022-08-31

Resistance training preserves lean mass during weight loss in obese individuals.

The combination of resistance training and a ketogenic diet helps maintain lean mass during weight loss, with some studies indicating no loss in physical performance despite slight reductions in lean mass. Physical exercise is highlighted as a crucial factor in preserving lean mass during carbohydrate-restricted diets.

Study published: 2024-06-20

Lifestyle changes improve glucose levels in pregnant women at risk for diabetes.

Improved maternal glucose tolerance by gestational week 28 and enhanced cardiometabolic outcomes for both mothers and their newborns.

Study published: 2023-07-23

Ketogenic feeding safe for critically ill

Ketogenic feeding was feasible, safe, well tolerated, and resulted in ketosis, with fewer hypoglycemic events and less need for exogenous insulin, suggesting a beneficial metabolic profile.

Study published: 2023-04-03

Diet and Metformin Impact Glycemia in Women with Gestational Diabetes

The study found that women using diet plus metformin had significantly higher mean glucose levels and greater variability in glucose levels compared to those on diet alone. Additionally, higher protein intake was associated with lower mean glucose levels and total area under the curve (AUC) for glucose, suggesting dietary protein may help manage dysglycemia.

Study published: 2022-10-03

Insulin sensitivity predicts weight loss success

Participants showed improved insulin sensitivity and reduced hedonic responses to sweet food stimuli after weight loss, indicating a successful intervention for managing obesity in older adults.

Study published: 2022-03-22

Low carbohydrate diets improve blood sugar control in Type 2 diabetes patients.

Clinically significant weight loss and reduction in HbA1c levels were observed, with sustained weight loss being key to achieving T2D remission.

Study published: 2021-05-14

Fasting-mimicking diet reduces diabetes medication

53% of participants using the FMD showed improved glycaemic management compared to 8% in the control group, with a significant reduction in the need for glucose-lowering medication.

Study published: 2023-10-10

Personalized diet improves blood sugar, pressure

The intervention led to a significant decrease in HbA1c levels (from 8.30 ± 1.12 to 6.67 ± 0.89, p<0.001), a 5% decline in systolic blood pressure, and a 19.5% reduction in CRP levels, indicating reduced inflammation. Additionally, 100% of participants in the test arm showed a decrease in HbA1c levels.

Study published: 2023-12-28

Inpatient treatment reduces severe obesity

Significant reductions in weight, body mass index (BMI), body fat, glucose, inflammatory, and lipid parameters were observed, with improvements nearly doubling from 3 to 6 months. Women showed reductions in BMI and fat mass of 10.4% and 15.2% at 3 months, and 20.4% and 31.3% at 6 months, while men showed reductions of 12.9% and 25.3% at 3 months, and 23.6% and 45.3% at 6 months.

Study published: 2024-04-30

Weight loss medication may reduce lifestyle changes

The use of AOMs can lead to significant weight loss compared to placebo groups, although the degree of lifestyle change may be less than expected. Some studies indicate that AOMs can help achieve weight loss goals when combined with lifestyle interventions.

Study published: 2024-01-13

Personalized meal timing aids weight loss

Participants in the experimental group lost an average of 2.62 kg over six weeks, with significant improvements in physical and mental well-being.

Study published: 2024-07-23

Low-carbohydrate diet improves blood sugar control in adults with Type 2 diabetes.

The study aims to identify significant individual treatment effects (ITE) of diet on glycemic response, which could lead to personalized dietary interventions for better glycemic control based on microbiome profiles.

Study published: 2023-12-24

Genetic variants enhance FODMAP diet efficacy

The study found that the number of hypomorphic hCAZyme genes positively correlated with treatment response rate. In the IBS-D group, carriers of hCAZyme variants were six times more likely to respond positively to the FODMAP diet compared to non-carriers.

Study published: 2024-02-05

Novel ketone supplements improve glucose control

All supplements raised blood β-OHB levels, with the highest increase observed with the ketone monoester. Blood glucose levels were similarly reduced across all supplements.

Study published: 2022-08-12

Very-low-carbohydrate diet promotes significant weight loss in obese individuals.

The VLCD resulted in a decrease in body weight from approximately 73 kg to 67.5 kg, demonstrating effective weight loss compared to the HCD.

Study published: 2020-10-28

Ketogenic diet reduces alcohol cravings

The ketogenic diet led to reduced self-reported wanting for alcohol and lower expression of the neurobiological craving signature in response to alcohol cues during treatment.

Study published: 2023-09-26

The Plant-Based Lifestyle Medicine Program reduces chronic disease risk for individuals with poor diet.

Participants expressed high demand for the program, motivated by desires to gain control over their lives, reduce medication use, and lose weight. Stakeholders found the program valuable despite challenges in delivery and access.

Study published: 2022-02-10

Food insecurity impacts gluten-free diet adherence

Improved dietary quality and symptom management in individuals adhering to a gluten-free diet, although food insecurity can hinder these outcomes.

Study published: 2024-04-30

DASH diet alters kidney protein levels

The implementation of the DASH diet resulted in increased urine volume and reduced sodium reabsorption, contributing to lower blood pressure in hypertensive individuals.

Study published: 2022-11-30

Higher care continuity reduces work disability

Higher continuity of care was associated with shorter durations of work disability among workers with low back pain. Specifically, those with complete CoC experienced consistently shorter time loss compared to those with lower levels of CoC, particularly in the sub-acute phase of their condition.

Study published: 2022-03-08

Acupoint herbal patching alleviates back pain

The systematic review aims to evaluate the effectiveness of AHP in improving clinical outcomes, functional status, and quality of life for patients with non-specific low back pain, potentially providing a safer alternative to conventional pharmacological treatments.

Study published: 2022-01-28

Healthy plant-based diet lowers CKD risk

Higher adherence to a healthy PBD was associated with a 24% lower risk of developing CKD, while higher adherence to an unhealthy PBD was linked to a 35% increased risk of CKD.

Study published: 2024-03-15

Lower energy density reduces intake

Significant reduction in daily energy intake and potential for weight loss, although the latter was not statistically significant.

Study published: 2021-11-04

Microbiota modulation aids colorectal cancer treatment

Positive outcomes include improved gut health, enhanced immune response, reduced inflammation, and potentially better treatment responses in CRC patients. Specific dietary changes and the use of pre- and probiotics have shown promise in increasing levels of beneficial gut bacteria and SCFAs, which are protective against CRC.

Study published: 2021-09-03

High protein intake linked to GDM

The findings suggest that dietary modifications can help manage GDM risks, highlighting the importance of tailored nutritional guidelines for pregnant women in the Chinese population.

Study published: 2021-07-29

Fiber intake does not reduce inflammation

No significant changes in inflammatory markers or hypothalamic microstructure were observed, indicating that fiber intake did not yield the expected anti-inflammatory effects in this population.

Study published: 2023-11-01

Various diets improve blood sugar control in Type 2 diabetes patients.

Caloric restriction was found to be the most effective for weight loss and waist circumference reduction. Low-carbohydrate diets were effective for reducing body mass index and increasing high-density lipoprotein levels, while low-glycemic-index diets improved total cholesterol and low-density lipoprotein levels.

Study published: 2022-10-02

Behavior change interventions reduce body mass index in children with obesity

The interventions led to a significant reduction in age- and sex-standardized BMI (zBMI), with the most effective strategies being those that targeted physical activity and involved multiple, intense, and short-duration strategies.

Study published: 2024-06-20

Carbohydrate restriction does not affect glycaemia

The study found no significant differences in glycaemic control between the different carbohydrate intake levels, indicating that modest changes in carbohydrate content do not influence glucose concentrations in T2D patients.

Study published: 2021-06-01

Sildenafil improves coronary slow flow

Sildenafil significantly improved angina severity, with all patients achieving Class I angina compared to 40% in the placebo group (P=0.011). It also improved the Duke Treadmill Score (P=0.005) and enhanced functional capacity (METs) and maximum heart rate during exercise testing compared to the placebo group.

Study published: 2024-01-20