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- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Supporting studies: Based on 1 study
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Intermittent fasting improves glycemic control.
Last updated July 14, 2026
Key finding
HbA1c decreased from 8.2% ± 1.0% to 7.4% ± 0.8% (P < 0.001)
This study investigated the effects of intermittent fasting on glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes, finding significant improvements in several metabolic markers.
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EvidenceScore™
Moderate
Study type
RCTs
Follow-up
Short-Term (≤3 mo)
Risk of bias
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Study focus
This study investigated the effects of intermittent fasting on glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes, finding significant improvements in several metabolic markers.
Clinical relevance
These findings are clinically significant as they suggest that intermittent fasting could be a viable dietary intervention for improving glycemic control in individuals with type 2 diabetes. By effectively reducing key metabolic markers, this approach may help in managing diabetes and reducing the risk of complications associated with the disease.
Keep in mind
Limited sample size may affect generalizability. Short duration of the study may not capture long-term effects. Lack of diversity in the participant population.
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Maarya MS, Muneza MF, Moosa MS, Mohammed ASA, Amaarah AF, Afeefa S. Intermittent fasting improves glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes. Journal of Pharmacy & Bioallied Sciences. 2025;17(Suppl 3):S2410-S2412. doi:10.4103/jpbs.jpbs_1582_24
Main Effects
HbA1c decreased from 8.2% to 7.4% (P < 0.001)
Fasting plasma glucose decreased from 160 mg/dL to 130 mg/dL (P < 0.001)
BMI decreased from 28.5 kg/m² to 26.9 kg/m² (P < 0.01)
Waist circumference decreased from 96.2 cm to 90.8 cm (P < 0.01)
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Evidence Context
This study contributes evidence to Intermittent Fasting (IF) and BMI, Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG), HbA1c, and 2 more.
This study contributes evidence to
Primary intervention
Intermittent Fasting (IF)
Primary outcomes
- BMI
- Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG)
- HbA1c
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Evidence relationships
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Evidence pairs
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Moderate contributionModerate confidenceNetwork score: 72
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Evidence pairs
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High relevance in at least one topic
Why it is useful
- Contributes to 5 evidence relationships
- Includes primary outcome data
- Linked to 3 direct semantic evidence topics
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Primary evidence
Evidence topic
Weight Loss
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Related evidence
Evidence topic
Glycemic Control
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Core evidence
Study findings
The primary outcomes reported in this study.
Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG)
Intermittent Fasting (IF) → Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG)
Intermittent Fasting (IF) → Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG)
Evidence Intelligence™
- EvidenceScore™
- Moderate
- Score 69 · Based on 2 studies
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- ConsistencyScore™
- 100
- consistent
Supporting studies: Based on 2 studies
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- EvidenceScore™
- Strong
- Score 79 · Based on 3 studies
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- ConsistencyScore™
- 100
- consistent
Supporting studies: Based on 3 studies
Add to Evidence TrackerInsulin resistance
Intermittent Fasting (IF) → Insulin resistance
Intermittent Fasting (IF) → Insulin resistance
Evidence Intelligence™
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Supporting studies: Based on 1 study
Add to Evidence TrackerWaist circumference
Intermittent Fasting (IF) → Waist circumference
Intermittent Fasting (IF) → Waist circumference
Evidence Intelligence™
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Supporting studies: Based on 1 study
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Evidence Suggest
- HbA1c decreased by 0.8% (P < 0.001).
- Fasting plasma glucose decreased by 30 mg/dL (P < 0.001).
- BMI decreased by 1.6 kg/m² (P < 0.01).
Who this applies to
- Adults aged 18-65 with type 2 diabetes.
- Individuals seeking dietary interventions for glycemic control.
Keep in Mind
- Results may not apply to older adults or those with other health conditions.
- Further research is needed to confirm long-term effects.
- Individual responses to intermittent fasting may vary.
Between the Lines
- Limited sample size may affect generalizability.
- Short duration of the study may not capture long-term effects.
- Lack of diversity in the participant population.
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Relationships organized using the Dediabetes Evidence Intelligence™ framework.
This study contributes to evidence on Intermittent Fasting (IF) and HbA1c, Intermittent Fasting (IF) and Fasting Glucose.
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Diet and Nutrition
Intermittent Fasting (IF) → HbA1c
Diet and Nutrition
Evidence Intelligence™
- EvidenceScore™
- Strong
- Score 79 · Based on 3 studies
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- ConsistencyScore™
- 100
- consistent
Supporting studies: Based on 3 studies
View evidenceDiet and Nutrition
Intermittent Fasting (IF) → Fasting Glucose
Diet and Nutrition
Evidence Intelligence™
- EvidenceScore™
- Moderate
- Score 69 · Based on 2 studies
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- ConsistencyScore™
- 100
- consistent
Supporting studies: Based on 2 studies
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Curated evidence collections and hubs this study is part of.
HbA1c Evidence Hub
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3 studies
outcome_hubMeasures HbA1c as a key outcome.
Intermittent Fasting (IF) Evidence Hub
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3 studies
intervention_hubContributes to Intermittent Fasting (IF) evidence base.
Fasting Glucose Evidence Hub
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2 studies
outcome_hubMeasures Fasting Glucose as a key outcome.
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Outcome: Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG)
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Does Intermittent Fasting (IF) improve HbA1c?
Strong Evidence
Intermittent Fasting (IF) appears to improve HbA1c.
ConsistencyScore™: Results are consistent across studies.
Ranked evidence signals
- 1
HbA1c
EvidenceScore™ Strong | EvidenceScore™ 79.0 | strong positive | ConsistencyScore™ 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 Intermittent Fasting (IF) improve fasting plasma glucose (fpg)?
Moderate Evidence
Intermittent Fasting (IF) appears to improve Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG).
ConsistencyScore™: Results are consistent across studies.
Ranked evidence signals
- 1
Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG)
EvidenceScore™ Moderate | EvidenceScore™ 69.0 | strong positive | ConsistencyScore™ 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 Intermittent Fasting (IF) affect bmi?
Emerging Evidence
Intermittent Fasting (IF) 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 Intermittent Fasting (IF) improve insulin resistance?
Emerging Evidence
Intermittent Fasting (IF) appears to improve Insulin resistance.
ConsistencyScore™: Consistency cannot yet be determined from the available evidence.
Ranked evidence signals
- 1
Insulin resistance
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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