Glycemic Excursion Minimization (GEM) to Outshine Health Disparities: RCT
Catherine Davis
Summary
The purpose of this study is to see if the GEM intervention is acceptable and helpful to Black adults with type 2 diabetes. The GEM intervention (coaching to reduce carbohydrate intake and increase physical activity after meals, with feedback from a continuous glucose monitor, CGM) might improve blood glucose levels, reduce diabetes distress, and increase empowerment and confidence in managing diabetes.
Description
The purpose of the study is to test the feasibility, acceptability, and initial efficacy of the tailored GEM intervention among adult Black patients with type 2 diabetes, who are not on insulin or secretagogues.
Eligibility
- Age range
- 18+ years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- No
Inclusion Criteria: * type 2 diabetes * capable of making dietary and physical activity changes Exclusion Criteria: * on insulin or secretagogue * on medications that impede weight loss (e.g., prednisone) * pregnant or planning pregnancy in the next 2 months * no history of moderate to severe hypoglycemia
Interventions
- BehavioralGEM Intervention
Lifestyle coaching
Location
- Georgia Prevention InstituteAugusta, Georgia