Study Title
Evaluating the Efficacy of Low-Carbohydrate Dietary Interventions in Type 2 Diabetes Management: A Case Study on the Modality Airedale, Wharfedale and Craven (AWC) and Modality Wokingham Diabetes Reversal Programmes
Principal Investigator
Sarah Armes1, Jenneffer Tibaes1,2, Jackie Craven3, Helen Rutherford4, Vipan Bhardwaj4, Sumantra Ray1,5,6
Affiliation
1 NNEdPro Global Institute for Food, Nutrition and Health, Cambridge, UK 2 University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada 3 Modality Airedale, Wharfedale and Craven (AWC) Division, UK 4 Modality Wokingham, Wokingham, UK 5 School of Biomedical Sciences, Ulster University, Coleraine, UK 6 School of the Humanities and Social Sciences, University of Cambridge, Cambridge, UK
Start Date
July 2024
End Date
July 2025
Study Objective
The study evaluates the structures, outcomes, and potential for broader implementation of these programs, highlighting the role of continuous support, personalised interventions, and comprehensive education in achieving sustainable and safe diabetes care.
Short Abstract
This case study explores two diabetes reversal programs utilising low-carbohydrate diets to manage and potentially reverse Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM). The first program is a 12-month virtual GP/coach-led initiative, while the second is a 9-month very low-carbohydrate face-to-face group program. Both programs aim to improve diabetic control, reduce weight, improve lipid profiles, lower blood pressure, and enhance overall patient well-being. The study evaluates the structures, outcomes, and potential for broader implementation of these programs, highlighting the role of continuous support, personalised interventions, and comprehensive education in achieving sustainable and safe diabetes care.
Study Design
Case Study
Population
Individuals participating in the Modality Airedale, Wharfedale and Craven (AWC) and Modality Wokingham Diabetes Reversal Programmes.
Sample Size
219 participants
Inclusion Criteria
Individuals participating in the Modality Airedale, Wharfedale and Craven (AWC) and Modality Wokingham Diabetes Reversal Programmes.
Intervention/Exposure
Low-Carbohydrate Dietary Interventions in Type 2 Diabetes Management
Outcome Measures
HbA1c, weight loss (kg), lipid profiles, blood pressure, liver enzymes (ALT), medications, healthcare utilisation.
Funding Source
No external funding reported
Collaborating Institutions
Modality Partnership and NNEdPro
Ethics Approval
Not applicable
Publication Status
Not published
Keywords
Low-Carbohydrate Diets, Type 2 Diabetes Management
Primary Data Availability
Not applicable
Contact Information
Sarah Armes (