A new randomized controlled study reveals that time-restricted eating (TRE) can significantly help in weight reduction and improve metabolic outcomes for those with type 2 diabetes.
Key Findings:
Participants: 99 obese diabetic patients
Study Duration: 3 months
TRE Regimens: 16:8 (fast for 16 hours, eat in an 8-hour window) and 14:10 (fast for 14 hours, eat in a 10-hour window)
Results: Both IF 16:8 and 14:10 groups showed significant weight loss compared to the control group. TRE 16:8 group lost an average of 3.18 kg, while the TRE 14:10 group lost 2.5 kg. Significant improvements in blood sugar levels, HbA1C, and lipid profiles in both TRE groups.
Conclusion: TRE (3 days a week) is effective in reducing weight and enhancing metabolic health in type 2 diabetes patients. The 16:8 regimen showed slightly better results than the 14:10 regimen.
But remember, it's not just about how much you eat – when and what you eat are just as important! Choosing nutritious, high-quality meals during your eating window can maximize these health benefits.
Sukkriang, N. and S. Buranapin, Effect of intermittent fasting 16:8 and 14:10 compared with control-group on weight reduction and metabolic outcomes in obesity with type 2 diabetes patients: A randomized controlled trial. J Diabetes Investig, 2024.
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