A Low-Carb Approach to Treat Type 2 Diabetes in Pediatric Patients

Conditions

low carb diet — BEHAVIORAL
diet based on low carb with max 50-80 grams of carbohydrates daily
diabetic diet — BEHAVIORAL
Balanced diet based on standard of care recommendations for type 2 diabetes

The purpose of this project is to test the effect of a low carb diet compared to standard carb diet among adolescents with T2D over a 24-week period.

Active Comparator: Low carb diet
Participants in this group will limit the amount of carbohydrates they eat each day to 50-80 grams. This means eating fewer sugars and starches (like bread, pasta, rice, and sweets). Instead, meals will focus on protein, healthy fats, and non-starchy vegetables. Participants will track their food and meet with a dietitian to help them stick to the plan.
Active Comparator: Standard of care
Participants in this group will follow the current standard diet for managing diabetes. This includes balanced meals with carbohydrates, protein, and fats, based on regular diabetes guidelines. Participants will track their food and meet with a dietitian to help them stay on track.

Change in HbA1c [ Time Frame: Base line, 3 months, 6 months ]

Facility	City	State	ZIP	Site coordinators
University of Alabama at Birmingham/ Children's of Alabama	Birmingham	Alabama	35233	Ortal Resnick, MD [email protected] 205-638-9107 Ortal Resnick, MD (PRINCIPAL_INVESTIGATOR) Ambika Ashraf, MD (SUB_INVESTIGATOR)

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