Mindful Eating and Current Glycemic Control in Patients With Type 2 Diabetes

The goal of this observational study is to learn about the association of the level of mindful eating with the current glycemic control in patients with type 2 diabetes. The researchers will compare different glycemic control levels with the participants mindfulness while eating. And secondly, the researchers will compare the levels of eating awareness of those with and without obesity.

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Key information

Conditions

Type 2 Diabetes Diabetes Mellitus Diabetes Mellitus, Type 2 Endocrine System Diseases Glucose Metabolism Disorders Metabolic Diseases Nutritional and Metabolic Diseases

Age range

18 year–75 year

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Observational

Primary location

Istanbul Medeniyet University Goztepe Research and TRaining Hospital

Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)

About this study

In type 2 diabetes, life style adaptations, mainly healthy eating, weight loss or control and exercise constitutes the foundation of type 2 diabetes management. In addition to regulating blood sugar levels, lifestyle modifications play a significant role in controlling risk factors such as hypertension and hyperlipidemia, delaying/preventing complications from developing, and even promoting diabetes regression. It is essential not only to focus on healthy food choices in dietary therapy but also to ensure patients achieve weight loss. Another crucial point is maintaining the continuity of these lifestyle changes.

It is reported that it is quite challenging for patients to make lifestyle changes, adapt to the offered treatments, and furthermore, sustain this as a way of life. Adherence to these dietary changes is crucial for long-term success in managing diabetes and achieving weight loss goals.

In a cross-sectional study conducted by Fanning and colleagues with 148 type 2 diabetic patients, it was found that "conscious eating" is associated with better diet adherence. In a review by Dunn et al., the available data strongly support the necessity of "conscious eating" as part of weight management programs. An American Heart Association statement highlights strong evidence that irregular eating patterns can make it difficult to maintain a healthy cardiometabolic profile, and emphasizes that conscious attention to mealtime and frequency can contribute to a healthier lifestyle and better management of cardiometabolic risk factors.

In this study, the aim was to investigate the degree of eating mindfulness of patients with type 2 diabetes, and compare it between patients who had good glycemic control and patients with poorly controlled glycemic.

Who can participate

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

given consent to the study
having applied to Diabetes Outpatient Clinic for diabetes management
having diagnosed with type 2 diabetes for at least 6 months
having the mental competence to answer the questions in the questionnaire

Exclusion criteria

Inconclusive diagnosis of type 2 diabetes
having not received or not using any treatment for diabetes

Treatment and study plan

Primary outcomes

mindful eating, its subgroups and diabetes control in patients with type 2 diabetes

Time frame: baseline

To investigate the relationship between mindful eating and its subgroups with glycemic control, as evaluated by HbA1c, in individuals diagnosed with type 2 diabetes for at least 6 months.

Secondary outcomes

mindful eating, its subgroups and the presence of obesity in patients with type 2 diabetes

Time frame: baseline

To investigate the relationship between mindful eating and its subgroups with obesity, as evaluated by body mass index, in individuals diagnosed with type 2 diabetes for at least 6 months.

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Goztepe Prof Dr Suleyman Yalcın City Hospital

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Registry information

Official study title

The Association of Mindful Eating With Current Glycemic Control in Patients With Type 2 Diabetes

Important dates

Study start: 2019
Primary completion: 2019
Study completion: 2019
First posted: Jan 29, 2024
Registry last updated: Jan 29, 2024

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