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How do high protein and/or high fat meals affect postprandial glycaemic control in children using intensive insulin therapy?

Investigating the effect of fat and protein content of a standardised carbohydrate meal on the post-prandial glycaemic response in children with type 1 diabetes

Liz Davis
Study Staff: Megan Evans

This dual-site study is investigating the effect of fat and protein content of a standardized carbohydrate meal, on the post-prandial glycaemic response in children with type 1 diabetes who are on multiple daily injections or insulin pump therapy. The study design is a randomised 4 armed cross-over trial, where the glycaemic fluctuations in the 180min following the meal is traced using a continuous sub-cutaneous glucose monitoring system. investigating the

58 children between the two participating sites having the following inclusion criteria, will be recruited: aged- 7-18 years inclusive; on 4 or more insulin injections per day, or on insulin pump therapy; diagnosed with type 1 diabetes, at least over 6 months ago; with HbA1c ≤ 8.0% at last clinic visit. Exclusion criteria are: Coeliac disease; Hyperlipidaemia; history of poor compliance or attendance; Unable to commit to full study protocol.

Funder: Pfizer APEC Research Grant