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Recently published diabetes studies added to Dediabetes, summarized and organized by intervention and outcome.

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Last updated: Aug 22, 2026816 studies indexed

July 2026

Published Jul 12, 2026RCTs

Raw cinnamon reduces post-meal glucose spikes in diabetes

This study investigated the acute effects of raw cinnamon on post-meal glucose spikes in type 2 diabetes patients, finding that cinnamon in water reduced glucose spikes while capsules did not.

Interventions
Raw cinnamon capsulesRaw cinnamon powder
Outcomes
C-peptide incremental area under the curve (iAUC)Postprandial blood glucose
Added to Dediabetes Jul 12, 2026
Published Jul 12, 2026RCTs

SGLT2 inhibitors improve kidney and cardiovascular outcomes across albuminuria levels

This study evaluated the effects of SGLT2 inhibitors on cardiovascular and kidney outcomes across different levels of albuminuria. It found significant reductions in albuminuria and various adverse outcomes compared to placebo.

Interventions
SGLT2 inhibitors
Outcomes
AlbuminuriaAll-cause mortalityAtherothrombotic events+3 more
Added to Dediabetes Jul 12, 2026
Published Jul 12, 2026RCTs

Synbiotics improve health in elderly with diabetes

This study evaluated the effects of a multi-species synbiotic preparation on metabolic profiles in elderly patients with type 2 diabetes and high cardiovascular risk, finding significant reductions in weight, cholesterol, and glucose levels.

Interventions
Synchronous online type 1 diabetes psychoeducational program for school staff
Outcomes
Body Mass Index (BMI) changeBody fat mass (BFM) changeFasting blood sugar (FBS)+5 more
Added to Dediabetes Jul 12, 2026
Published Jul 12, 2026RCTs

Tirzepatide improves glycaemic control and weight in type 2 diabetes

This post-hoc analysis of the SURPASS-4 trial compared tirzepatide to insulin glargine in participants with type 2 diabetes, finding significant reductions in HbA1c and body weight with tirzepatide.

Interventions
Tirzepatide
Outcomes
Body weightHbA1cIncidence of hypoglycaemia+1 more
Added to Dediabetes Jul 12, 2026
Published Jul 12, 2026RCTs

Tirzepatide improves quality of life in type 2 diabetes patients

This study compared tirzepatide and insulin lispro in patients with type 2 diabetes, finding significant improvements in health-related quality of life with tirzepatide.

Interventions
Insulin LisproTirzepatide
Outcomes
Activities of daily livingHealth-related quality of lifeMental health+3 more
Added to Dediabetes Jul 12, 2026
Published Jul 12, 2026RCTs

Vitamin D improves healing and reduces infections in diabetic foot ulcers

Vitamin D3 supplementation significantly reduced infection rates and improved wound healing in patients with diabetic foot ulcers.

Interventions
Vitamin D supplementation
Outcomes
Cathelicidin level as an immune markerIncidence of new or recurrent infectionsLevels of pro-inflammatory cytokines (IL-6 and TNF-α)+4 more
Added to Dediabetes Jul 12, 2026
Published Jul 12, 2026RCTs

Vitamin K4 improves insulin resistance in type 2 diabetes

This study investigated the effects of Vitamin K4 supplementation on insulin resistance and triglyceride levels in individuals with type 2 diabetes and found significant improvements.

Interventions
Vitamin D supplementation
Outcomes
Diabetes medication use changeFasting Plasma Glucose (FPG)Fasting insulin levels+4 more
Added to Dediabetes Jul 12, 2026
Published Jul 12, 2026Non Randomized Controlled Trial

Wearable-supported exercise guidance may improve walking capacity in type 2 diabetes

This study tested monthly physiotherapist-led exercise guidance supported by wearable device feedback in people with type 2 diabetes, including diabetic kidney disease. Over six months, the intervention group walked farther and had lower HbA1c than the standard care group, while kidney filtration did not clearly change.

Interventions
Exercise therapy
Outcomes
6-minute walk distanceAdverse events incidenceEstimated glomerular filtration rate+3 more
Added to Dediabetes Jul 12, 2026
Published Jul 12, 2026RCTs

Digital health intervention may improve engagement in prediabetes management

The study evaluated the effectiveness of the PREDIABETEXT digital health intervention for managing prediabetes. It found a nonsignificant reduction in HbA1c levels.

Interventions
SMS text messaging behavioral intervention for health promotion
Outcomes
Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG)HbA1cPatient engagement
Added to Dediabetes Jul 12, 2026

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