- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Greenhabit app improves diabetes outcomes in adults
Última actualización 8 de julio de 2026
Key finding
Mean change in the intervention group [n=50] -0.4%, P <.001 vs -0.3% in the control group [n=53], P =.001.
This study evaluated the Greenhabit mobile app for enhancing self-management in type 2 diabetes. Results showed significant improvements in several health metrics compared to standard care.
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EvidenceScore™
Moderate
Study type
RCTs
Follow-up
Medium-Term (3–12 mo)
Risk of bias
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Study focus
This study evaluated the Greenhabit mobile app for enhancing self-management in type 2 diabetes. Results showed significant improvements in several health metrics compared to standard care.
Clinical relevance
The findings highlight the potential of digital health tools like the Greenhabit app to support self-management in type 2 diabetes. Improved health metrics such as HbA1c and blood pressure can lead to better long-term outcomes, reducing the risk of complications associated with diabetes.
Keep in mind
The study's sample size was relatively small, which may limit generalizability. Results may not apply to all demographics of type 2 diabetes patients. The long-term sustainability of the app's benefits was not assessed.
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Amaryllis M, Loai A, Jinal M, et al. Enhancing self-management in health care through digital tools: A randomized controlled trial of the Greenhabit mobile app for type 2 diabetes. Journal of Medical Internet Research. 2025;27:e58319. doi:10.2196/58319
Efectos Principales
HbA1c decreased by -0.4% in the intervention group (P <.001) compared to -0.3% in the control group (P =.001).
Fasting plasma glucose decreased by -5.3 mg/dL in the intervention group (P =.01).
Systolic blood pressure decreased by -4.5 mmHg (P =.049).
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Evidence Context
This study contributes evidence to Mobile app for diabetes self-management and BMI, Body weight, Diabetes social support, and 9 more.
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Primary intervention
Mobile app for diabetes self-management
Primary outcomes
- BMI
- Body weight
- Diabetes social support
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- Contributes to 12 evidence relationships
- Includes primary outcome data
- Linked to 3 direct semantic evidence topics
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Evidencia principal
Tema de evidencia
Weight Loss
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Evidencia relacionada
Tema de evidencia
Glycemic Control
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Study findings
The primary outcomes reported in this study.
Body weight
Mobile app for diabetes self-management → Body weight
Mobile app for diabetes self-management → Body weight
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Diabetes social support
Mobile app for diabetes self-management → Diabetes social support
Mobile app for diabetes self-management → Diabetes social support
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Diastolic blood pressure
Mobile app for diabetes self-management → Diastolic blood pressure
Mobile app for diabetes self-management → Diastolic blood pressure
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG)
Mobile app for diabetes self-management → Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG)
Mobile app for diabetes self-management → Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG)
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
- ImpactScore™
- 83
- Positive
- EvidenceScore™
- 79
- Strong
- ConsistencyScore™
- 67
- generally_consistent
HDL cholesterol
Mobile app for diabetes self-management → HDL cholesterol
Mobile app for diabetes self-management → HDL cholesterol
- ImpactScore™
- 25
- Negative
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Improvement in Work-Life Balance
Mobile app for diabetes self-management → Improvement in Work-Life Balance
Mobile app for diabetes self-management → Improvement in Work-Life Balance
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Positivity
Mobile app for diabetes self-management → Positivity
Mobile app for diabetes self-management → Positivity
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Systolic blood pressure
Mobile app for diabetes self-management → Systolic blood pressure
Mobile app for diabetes self-management → Systolic blood pressure
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Triglycerides
Mobile app for diabetes self-management → Triglycerides
Mobile app for diabetes self-management → Triglycerides
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Waist circumference
Mobile app for diabetes self-management → Waist circumference
Mobile app for diabetes self-management → Waist circumference
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
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La Evidencia Sugiere
- HbA1c improved by -0.4% in the app group, indicating better glycemic control.
- Fasting plasma glucose decreased by -5.3 mg/dL, showing effective blood sugar management.
- Systolic blood pressure reduced by -4.5 mmHg, suggesting cardiovascular benefits.
A quién se aplica
- Adults diagnosed with type 2 diabetes.
- Individuals seeking to improve their diabetes management through digital tools.
Tener en Cuenta
- The findings are based on a specific population and may not be applicable to all patients.
- The study did not evaluate the long-term effects of the app beyond the trial period.
- Further research is needed to confirm these results in larger, more diverse populations.
Entre Líneas
- The study's sample size was relatively small, which may limit generalizability.
- Results may not apply to all demographics of type 2 diabetes patients.
- The long-term sustainability of the app's benefits was not assessed.
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This study contributes to evidence on Mobile app for diabetes self-management and HbA1c, Mobile app for diabetes self-management and Body Mass Index.
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Explore in Evidence ArchiveThis study contributes to the evidence on the following intervention-outcome relationships.
Mobile app for diabetes self-management → HbA1c
Behavioral & Lifestyle
- ImpactScore™
- 83
- Positive
- EvidenceScore™
- 79
- Strong
- ConsistencyScore™
- 67
- generally_consistent
Mobile app for diabetes self-management → Body Mass Index
Behavioral & Lifestyle
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Mobile app for diabetes self-management → Body Weight
Behavioral & Lifestyle
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
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Curated evidence collections and hubs this study is part of.
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Body Mass Index Evidence Hub
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Measures Body Mass Index as a key outcome.
Body Weight Evidence Hub
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Measures Body Weight as a key outcome.
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Questions answered by this study
Generated from the study's connected evidence using Evidence Intelligence™.
Does Mobile app for diabetes self-management improve HbA1c?
Mobile app for diabetes self-management may improve HbA1c.
ConsistencyScore™: Results are generally consistent across studies.
Ranked evidence signals
- 1
HbA1c
EvidenceScore™ Strong | EvidenceScore™ 78.6 | moderate positive | ConsistencyScore™ Generally Consistent | 1 study
Why this answer: This answer is based on a single supporting study.
Limitations
- Only one supporting study is available.
- Population details are unavailable.
Does Mobile app for diabetes self-management affect bmi?
Mobile app for diabetes self-management appears to improve BMI.
ConsistencyScore™: Consistency cannot yet be determined from the available evidence.
Ranked evidence signals
- 1
BMI
EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 59.0 | strong positive | ConsistencyScore™ Unclear | 1 study
Why this answer: This answer is based on a single supporting study.
Limitations
- Only one supporting study is available.
- Consistency cannot yet be determined.
- Population details are unavailable.
Does Mobile app for diabetes self-management affect body weight?
Mobile app for diabetes self-management appears to improve Body weight.
ConsistencyScore™: Consistency cannot yet be determined from the available evidence.
Ranked evidence signals
- 1
Body weight
EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 59.0 | strong positive | ConsistencyScore™ Unclear | 1 study
Why this answer: This answer is based on a single supporting study.
Limitations
- Only one supporting study is available.
- Consistency cannot yet be determined.
- Population details are unavailable.
Does Mobile app for diabetes self-management improve diabetes social support?
Mobile app for diabetes self-management appears to improve Diabetes social support.
ConsistencyScore™: Consistency cannot yet be determined from the available evidence.
Ranked evidence signals
- 1
Diabetes social support
EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 59.0 | strong positive | ConsistencyScore™ Unclear | 1 study
Why this answer: This answer is based on a single supporting study.
Limitations
- Only one supporting study is available.
- Consistency cannot yet be determined.
- Population details are unavailable.
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