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Improving Appetite Self-Regulation in African American Adults With Type 2 Diabetes
Sponsor: University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
Summary
The purpose of this 6-month randomized clinical trial is to examine the feasibility of recruitment, attendance, retention, program adherence, and satisfaction of a digital application designed, Centering Appetite to improve glucose scores (HbA1c) and binge eating in African American adults with type 2 diabetes. Intervention participants will receive type 2 diabetes education and web-based lessons on appetite self-regulation. Participants will also receive a Fitbit to monitor daily physical activity. The investigators will follow up with participants at six months.
Official title: Improving Appetite Self-Regulation in African American Adults With Type 2 Diabetes: A Digital Intervention
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - 75 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
60
Start Date
2025-01-22
Completion Date
2026-02-01
Last Updated
2025-06-17
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Conditions
Interventions
DSME + ASE intervention (Centering Appetite)
The intervention will enable participants to relearn their stomach's hunger and fullness signals and monitor their appetite. Participants will also learn strategies for glucose monitoring and carbohydrate management. Monthly booster sessions will be devoted to problem-solving, addressing barriers to emotion management, and self-monitoring type 2 diabetes mellitus symptoms. Participants will also receive weekly lessons with interactive activities delivered via a digital app.
Locations (2)
Rachel W. Goode
Kannapolis, North Carolina, United States
UNC Nutrition Research Institute
Kannapolis, North Carolina, United States