Study Finds Diet and Exercise Can Drive Diabetes Remission in Younger Patients
What Happened
A study presented at the European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD) meeting found that 54% of adults under 45 with early-onset type 2 diabetes achieved remission after following an 800-900 calorie diet combined with a structured exercise program for 24 weeks. In comparison, only 4% of participants receiving usual care achieved remission.
Key Takeaways
The findings suggest that intensive lifestyle changes, including significant calorie reduction and regular exercise, could help reverse early-onset type 2 diabetes in many patients and reduce reliance on medication.