Clinical Trials

Effect of a Low Iron Diet on Diabetes

Study Description

The purpose of this study is to determine the effect of a low iron diet on Type 2 Diabetics who are taking only Metformin and/or Thiazolidinediones (Avandia or Actos).

Contact Information

Status:

Name, Phone, Email:
Deborah Burton, RN,
801-585-6745
801-585-1566
deborah.burton@hsc.utah.edu

Principle Investigator:
Donald McClain, M.D., PhD

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Participant Eligibility

Inclusion Criteria:
  1. Must be Type 2 Diabetic taking only Metformin and/or Thiazolidinediones (Avandia or Actos).
  2. Must be between 45-65 years of age.
  3. Must have high iron levels.
Exclusion Criteria:
  1. Must not have the hereditary variant gene for hemochromatosis.

How long does the study run?

Study will run for 3-5 years.

Location(s) of the Clinical Trial

University of Utah Medical Center
Salt Lake City, UT 84132