Very low carbohydrate (ketogenic) diets in type 2 diabetes: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.

Amber Parry-StrongMorag Wright-McNaughtonMark WeatherallRosemary M HallKirsten J CoppellChristine BarthowJeremy D Krebs

Published in: Diabetes, obesity & metabolism (2022)

A VLC/KD may cause reductions in HbA1c and triglycerides in those with pre-diabetes or T2D but evidence of an advantage over other strategies is limited. More well-designed studies are required to provide certain evidence.

Keyphrases

type diabetes
glycemic control
cardiovascular disease
systematic review
weight loss
insulin resistance
metabolic syndrome
adipose tissue
skeletal muscle