CRDA: Lipid Outcomes (2023)
Author and Year:
Brooking L, Williams S, Mann J 2012
PubMed ID:
Article Title:
Effects of macronutrient composition of the diet on body fat in indigenous people at high risk of type 2 diabetes.
Authors:
Brooking L, Williams S, Mann J
Journal:
Diabetes Research and Clinical Practice
Year of publication:
2012
Volume:
96
Issue:
1
Page numbers:
40-46
Study Design:
Randomized Controlled Trial
Risk of Bias Assessment Rating:
High
Inclusion Criteria:
Under 75 years; waist circumference >100cm men, >90cm women; self identification as Maori with additional criteria to confirm.
Exclusion Criteria:
Diabetes self reported or following a glucose tolerance test (OGTT); pregnancy; lactation; current attempts to lose weight; weight loss of 2 kg or more in the previous 2 months; evidence of chronic disease; use of drugs influencing glucose levels and body weight.
Research Purpose:
To compare, in people at risk of diabetes, the standard dietary prescription emphasizing the benefits of fiber-rich carbohydrate foods, with a diet compatible with food choices of indigenous people, including more protein-rich foods and less carbohydrate. A secondary aim was to examine the extent to which dietary compliance could be sustained following cessation of intensive intervention.
Blinding efforts:
Study Location:
New Zealand
Source(s) of Funding:
Government
Please specify names of funders:
Health Research Council of New Zealand