Enhanced DPP-GLB to Promote Weight Loss Among Nonresponders in a Community-Based Lifestyle Intervention.
This research wants to find the best ways to help people who aren't seeing much weight loss progress in a diabetes prevention program. It will identify these individuals early on in community settings like churches. Then, it will give them extra support through phone calls and other resources. The study is particularly interested in Black adults who are at risk of developing type 2 diabetes. By understanding what works best for different people, researchers hope to improve how we help everyone achieve a healthy weight and reduce their diabetes risk, while also looking at the cost of these extra supports.
At a glance
What is this study about?
This important study is about helping people in a community-based programme who are working to prevent type 2 diabetes through better lifestyle choices, but aren't losing weight as expected. Imagine you're in a group, learning about healthy eating and exercise, but the scales just aren't moving. This study wants to find these individuals early on.
Once identified, these participants will receive extra support. This might include regular phone calls to check in, offer advice, and connect them with more helpful tools and information. The main goal is to see if this additional, personalised support makes a real difference in helping them lose weight over six months.
Researchers will also be looking closely at who benefits most from which type of support and why. They'll study factors that help or hinder weight loss, and they'll also consider if these extra steps are a good value for money. All of this can help improve future programmes, making them more effective for everyone, especially those who need a bit more tailored help to reach their health goals.
Key takeaways
- This study aims to improve weight loss support for people at risk of diabetes.
- It focuses on Black adults in community settings.
- Extra help, like phone calls, will be given to those not losing weight easily.
- The research will also look at the financial costs of these support programs.
- It hopes to make future health programs more effective for everyone.
Who may be eligible?
To join this study, you need to be an adult identifying as Black. You shouldn't have diabetes yet, but you must be at a higher risk of developing it. This might mean your doctor has said you have pre-diabetes, you've had diabetes during pregnancy (gestational diabetes), or you score highly on a diabetes risk assessment.
You also need to have a body mass index (BMI) of 25 or higher, which means you're considered overweight or obese. Living close enough to one of the participating churches or community centres is also a must, as that's where the programme takes place.
However, some people cannot join. If you already have type 1 or type 2 diabetes, are pregnant or planning to be, have health issues that make moderate exercise unsafe, or have a serious medical condition where losing weight could be dangerous, this study isn't for you.
Could this study suit you?
Answer these quick questions to see if you may be eligible. This is a guide only — the research team makes the final call.
- Do you identify as Black?
- Do you *not* currently have type 1 or type 2 diabetes?
- Are you considered at higher risk for developing diabetes?
- Is your BMI 25 or higher?
- Are you able to safely do moderate physical activity?
- Are you not currently pregnant or planning to be during the study?
What does participation involve?
If you join this study, you'll be part of a community-based lifestyle programme where you'll learn about healthy eating and exercise. The full duration of the main study is 6 months. Some participants will receive extra support, like telephone calls, if they aren't losing weight at the start. All participants will take part in assessments at the beginning and around the 3-month and 6-month marks to check on their weight loss progress and other health measures. There are no medicines involved in this study.
Potential risks and benefits
Locations (21)
- First Corinthian Baptist ChurchVerified postcodeFrankfort, United States
- Heavenly OutpourVerified postcodeFrankfort, United States
- Consolidated Baptist ChurchVerified postcodeLexington, United States
- Historic St. Paul AME ChurchVerified postcodeLexington, United States
- First African Baptist ChurchVerified postcodeLexington, United States
- Pilgrim Baptist ChurchVerified postcodeLexington, United States
- Shiloh Baptist ChurchVerified postcodeLexington, United States
- Redeemed Christian Church of GodVerified postcodeLexington, United States
- First Baptist Church BrackstownVerified postcodeLexington, United States
- Lima Drive Seventh Day Adventist ChurchVerified postcodeLexington, United States
- Kingdom FellowshipVerified postcodeLouisville, United States
- Bates Memorial Baptist ChurchVerified postcodeLouisville, United States
Common questions
What is the main goal of this study?
The main goal is to find better ways to help people at risk of diabetes lose weight, especially those who struggle with standard programs, by offering extra support.
Who can join this study?
Adults who identify as Black, are at risk of diabetes but don't have it yet, have a BMI of 25 or more, and live near a participating community centre.
Will I have to take new medicines?
No, this study is about lifestyle changes (diet and exercise), not new medications.
What kind of extra support might I get?
If needed, you might receive additional telephone calls and access to more tools and resources to help with weight loss.
How long does the study last?
The main part of the study where your progress is tracked lasts for 6 months.
How to find out more
Always speak to your GP or specialist before deciding to take part in a study.
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