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Latest Diabetes Research

Recently added diabetes research, organized by intervention and outcome.

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Last updated: Sep 12, 20261,338 studies indexed

August 2026

Added to Dediabetes Aug 24, 2026RCTs

KAP-based exercise education may improve adherence in type 2 diabetes

This study evaluated a KAP-based outdoor exercise education program for adults with Type 2 Diabetes compared to traditional exercise guidance. Results showed no significant differences in HbA1c or body weight, but improved exercise adherence in the KAP group.

Interventions
KAP-based exercise education
Outcomes
Adherence to Purposeful ExerciseAverage exercise duration per weekBody weight+1 more
Added to Dediabetes Aug 24, 2026RCTs

Video Education Improves Diabetes Knowledge and Control in Kids

A structured diabetes self-management education program using high-definition video technology improved knowledge and glycemic control in pediatric patients with Type 1 Diabetes.

Interventions
DSMES
Outcomes
Diabetes self-management behaviorsHbA1cProportion of poor control
Added to Dediabetes Aug 24, 2026RCTs

Guided self-determination may reduce diabetes distress

This study compared a guided self-determination intervention to an attention control in adults with type 2 diabetes, finding significant reductions in diabetes distress and depressive symptoms.

Interventions
Guided self-determination (GSD)
Outcomes
Adverse events incidenceDepression scoreDiabetes distress scores+3 more
Added to Dediabetes Aug 24, 2026RCTs

Exercise program improves function in older adults with diabetes.

A 24-week supervised multicomponent exercise program significantly improved physical function in older adults with type 2 diabetes and frailty compared to usual care.

Interventions
Supervised Multicomponent Exercise (MCE)Usual care
Outcomes
Five-times Sit-to-Stand TestFrailty score improvementHandgrip Strength+2 more
Added to Dediabetes Aug 24, 2026RCTs

HIIT vs MICT: Effects on Pre-Diabetes

This study compared high-intensity interval training (HIIT) and moderate-intensity continuous training (MICT) in patients with pre-diabetes, finding significant improvements in body composition and glycolipid metabolism.

Interventions
High-intensity interval exerciseModerate continuous exercise
Outcomes
2-hour plasma glucoseBMIBody fat rate+7 more
Added to Dediabetes Aug 24, 2026RCTs

Concurrent training improves fitness and glycemic control in type 2 diabetes.

This study evaluated the effects of twelve weeks of concurrent training on cardiovascular fitness, glycemic control, and obesity indices in patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM). Both training interventions showed significant improvements in fitness and metabolic health indicators.

Interventions
Resistance training
Outcomes
BMIGlucose iAUC (OGTT)VO2 max+1 more
Added to Dediabetes Aug 24, 2026RCTs

Cognitive-motor training improves cognitive function in diabetes.

Cognitive-motor dual-task training (CMDBT) was found to enhance cognitive function more effectively than conventional physiotherapy in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM).

Interventions
Dual-task balance exerciseExercise therapy
Outcomes
Change in Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) ScoreWHO QoL-BREF Psychological Domain Score
Added to Dediabetes Aug 24, 2026RCTs

Caloric restriction improves glycemic control

This study investigated the effects of caloric restriction on glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes and obesity, finding significant improvements in several key metrics.

Interventions
Continuous glucose monitoring
Outcomes
2-hour plasma glucoseBMIC-peptide index (CPI)+7 more
Added to Dediabetes Aug 24, 2026RCTs

eHealth app improves glycemic control in diabetes patients

This study evaluated an eHealth chronic disease management module's effect on glycemic control in diabetes patients, finding significant improvements in HbA1c levels.

Interventions
eHealth chronic disease management module
Outcomes
Achievement of HbA1c ≤ 6.5%App usage scoreDiastolic blood pressure+4 more
Added to Dediabetes Aug 24, 2026RCTs

Hibiscus extract may improve kidney function in type 2 diabetes

This study investigated the effects of Hibiscus sabdariffa L. extract combined with valsartan in type 2 diabetic patients with nephropathy, revealing mixed results in blood pressure and kidney function.

Interventions
Hibiscus sabdariffa L. extract (HSE)Valsartan plus Hydrochlorothiazide
Outcomes
Change in urinary albumin levelsDiastolic blood pressureEstimated glomerular filtration rate+5 more

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