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Mindful Eating and Mindful Movement for Persons With Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Sponsor: Northeastern University
Summary
The proposed study is the first intervention of its kind and will add to the scientific literature in several important ways: 1. The novel integration of Mindful Eating and Mindful Movement for T2DM: The MEMO trial is the first randomized controlled trial to test the feasibility and acceptability of a combined mindful eating and yoga intervention specifically tailored to adults with T2DM. This study directly addresses the growing prevalence of T2DM and the limitations of current lifestyle recommendations, which often lack strategies that promote sustainable behavior change. By integrating two complementary mindfulness-based components, the MEMO trial aims to holistically address dietary habits, physical activity, and stress management, providing a model for transformative, patient-centered diabetes care. 2. Exploring Mindfulness in Diet and Exercise as a Driver of Behavior Change: By incorporating mindfulness into both dietary and physical activity interventions, this study seeks to address the psychological and behavioral barriers that often hinder long-term diabetes management.
Official title: Mindful Eating and Mindful Movement for Persons With Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus: A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
40 Years - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
60
Start Date
2027-03-01
Completion Date
2029-01-01
Last Updated
2026-09-18
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Standard of Care Diet and Exercise Group
Standard of Care Diet and Exercise Group: Supervised group sessions will be led by a registered dietitian once per week for 60 minutes over 12 weeks, offered in-person or virtually (Zoom) to increase program accessibility. Participants will be encouraged to participate in three 60-minute exercise sessions per week. Two live sessions per week will be led by a trained exercise specialist. Participants will be provided with a prerecorded video session to complete independently at their convenience.
Mindful Eating and Mindful Movement (MEMO) Group
Mindful Eating and Mindful Movement (MEMO) Group: Group mindful eating sessions will be led by a registered dietitian trained in mindful eating strategies. The group will meet once per week for 60 minutes over 12 weeks. Participants will be encouraged to participate in three 60-minute yoga sessions per week (two live sessions and one pre-recorded session to complete at home) over 12 weeks.