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Diabetes Reversal Online Program and Study (DROP Study)

This is an interventional study that will evaluate the feasibility, implementation, and efficacy of an online, 12-week, plant-based, nutrition education program in a community setting. Data will also be analyzed to see if participation in the program results in reductions glycated hemoglobin levels, body weight, and cholesterol levels.

ClinicalTrials.gov IDNCT05572502

PhaseNA

Enrollment150

SponsorPhysicians Committee for Responsible Medicine

Age18 Years

SexALL

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Conditions studied

Type 2 Diabetes

About this study

Interventions

Behavioral: plant-based diet — For the duration of the study, this arm will: follow a low-fat vegan diet; weigh themselves weekly, and get fasting bloodwork before, during and after the study

Primary outcomes

Glycated hemoglobin (12 weeks)

Eligibility information

Inclusion Criteria: * U.S. Men and women meeting the age of majority, defined as follows: Age 19 or older in Nebraska and Alabama; Age 21 or older in Mississippi; Age 18 or older in all other states * Prior diagnosis of type 2 diabetes mellitus Exclusion Criteria: * Use of recreational drugs in the past 6 months * Pregnancy or intention to become pregnant during the study period, as verified by self-report * Unstable medical or psychiatric illness * Lack of English fluency * Inability to maintain current medication regimen * Inability or unwillingness to participate in all components of the study

Study locations

Physician Committee for Responsible Medicine, Washington D.C., District of Columbia 20016 United States

Before you participate: Varda Clinical is an independent discovery tool, not the study sponsor or a medical provider. Eligibility can only be determined by the official study team. Discuss potential risks and benefits with a qualified healthcare professional.

Source: ClinicalTrials.gov. Record last refreshed by Varda Clinical: 2026-09-27.