NCT04406402

Brief Summary

Low serum L-arginine (Arg) and high asymmetric dimethylarginine (ADMA) can predict microvascular complications in type 2 diabetes (T2DM). The investigators examined whether or not Arg and ADMA are affected by dietary factors or lifestyle modification in overweight/ obese and T2DM subjects.

Trial Health

87
On Track

Trial Health Score

Automated assessment based on enrollment pace, timeline, and geographic reach

Enrollment
243

participants targeted

Target at P75+ for not_applicable diabetes-mellitus-type-2

Timeline
Completed

Started Dec 2006

Typical duration for not_applicable diabetes-mellitus-type-2

Geographic Reach
1 country

1 active site

Status
completed

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Trial Relationships

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Study Timeline

Key milestones and dates

Study Start

First participant enrolled

December 5, 2006

Completed
1.3 years until next milestone

Primary Completion

Last participant's last visit for primary outcome

April 4, 2008

Completed
8 months until next milestone

Study Completion

Last participant's last visit for all outcomes

December 10, 2008

Completed
11.5 years until next milestone

First Submitted

Initial submission to the registry

May 25, 2020

Completed
3 days until next milestone

First Posted

Study publicly available on registry

May 28, 2020

Completed
Last Updated

June 2, 2020

Status Verified

May 1, 2020

Enrollment Period

1.3 years

First QC Date

May 25, 2020

Last Update Submit

May 30, 2020

Conditions

Outcome Measures

Primary Outcomes (2)

  • Serum L-arginine change

    Change in arginine levels (absolute and relative) (µmol/l)

    For acute phase: before the nutritional/exercise load (time 0), as well as 30, 60, 90, 120 and 150 minutes after the challenge test. And from baseline to 12 weeks for lifestyle modification phase

  • High asymmetric dimethylarginine (ADMA) change

    Change in ADMA levels (absolute and relative) (µmol/l)

    For acute phase: before the nutritional/exercise load (time 0), as well as 30, 60, 90, 120 and 150 minutes after the challenge test. And from baseline to 12 weeks for lifestyle modification phase

Secondary Outcomes (2)

  • Body mass index (BMI) change

    From baseline to 12 weeks for lifestyle modification phase

  • Glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c) change

    From baseline to 12 weeks for lifestyle modification phase

Study Arms (6)

Acute glucose tolerance test

EXPERIMENTAL

A standard oral glucose tolerance test (75 grams of dextrose in 180 cc of water)

Behavioral: Acute dietary protocols and lifestyle modification

Acute protein load test

EXPERIMENTAL

A protein-rich, vanilla-flavored powder (Pro-gym, Telpharma, Is

Behavioral: Acute dietary protocols and lifestyle modification

Acute fat load test

EXPERIMENTAL

a 100-gram portion of sweet cream containing 300 Kacls, of which 94% of the ingested calories were fat

Behavioral: Acute dietary protocols and lifestyle modification

Acute alcohol load test

EXPERIMENTAL

Vodka (100 cc, 40% alcohol)

Behavioral: Acute dietary protocols and lifestyle modification

Acute exercise

EXPERIMENTAL

30 minutes of supervised graded walking on a treadmill according to each subject's individual ability. A goal heart rate was calculated as 70% of the age-adjusted maximal allowable heart rate.

Behavioral: Acute dietary protocols and lifestyle modification

Lifestyle modification program - 12 weeks

EXPERIMENTAL

12 weeks of weight-loss dietary program constructed according to the guidelines of the American Diabetes Association. Based on weight, gender, and age, daily dietary allowance varied at 1200-1800 Kcal, 50% carbohydrates, 20% protein, and 30% fat. Participants were also asked to engage in moderate physical activity comprised of a 40-minute walk three times a week. A weekly clinic visit alternating with a weekly telephone contact was also required.

Behavioral: Acute dietary protocols and lifestyle modification

Interventions

The investigators tested the effects on serum Arg and ADMA of a) a single load of ingested dextrose, protein, fat or alcohol, each consumed within 10 minutes; b) a single episode of physical exercise; c) a 12 weeks lifestyle modification program comprised of a standard dietary and physical activity counseling in obese or T2DM subjects on circulating Arg and ADMA (n=43).

Acute alcohol load testAcute exerciseAcute fat load testAcute glucose tolerance testAcute protein load testLifestyle modification program - 12 weeks

Eligibility Criteria

Age40 Years+
Sexall
Healthy VolunteersNo
Age GroupsAdult (18-64), Older Adult (65+)

You may qualify if:

  • obese and/ or T2DM subjects

You may not qualify if:

  • type 1 diabetes
  • insulin-treated T2DM
  • active coronary disease (recent \[≤ 6months\] myocardial infarction, unstable angina, recent coronary catheterization, or coronary bypass grafting
  • individuals with significant impairment in liver enzymes (≥ 2.5 the upper limit of the normal range)
  • serum creatinine higher than 1.5mg%
  • known malabsorption, alcoholism or illicit use of drugs
  • abnormal thyroid function tests
  • concomitant or recent use of glucocorticoids
  • uncertain mental state (to avoid invalid informed consent or lack of compliance).

Contact the study team to confirm eligibility.

Sponsors & Collaborators

Study Sites (1)

Diabetes Unit, E. Wolfson Medical Center

Holon, 5822012, Israel

Location

Related Publications (1)

  • Buch A, Ganz T, Wainstein J, Gilad S, Limor R, Shefer G, Boaz M, Stern N. Alcohol Drinks Induce Acute Lowering in Circulating l-Arginine in Obese and Type 2 Diabetic Subjects. J Med Food. 2022 Jun;25(6):675-682. doi: 10.1089/jmf.2021.0045.

MeSH Terms

Conditions

Diabetes Mellitus, Type 2Obesity

Condition Hierarchy (Ancestors)

Diabetes MellitusGlucose Metabolism DisordersMetabolic DiseasesNutritional and Metabolic DiseasesEndocrine System DiseasesOverweightOvernutritionNutrition DisordersBody WeightSigns and SymptomsPathological Conditions, Signs and Symptoms

Study Officials

  • Naftali Stern, MD

    Tel-Aviv Sourasky Medical Center

    PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR

Study Design

Study Type
interventional
Phase
not applicable
Allocation
NON RANDOMIZED
Masking
SINGLE
Who Masked
OUTCOMES ASSESSOR
Purpose
OTHER
Intervention Model
SINGLE GROUP
Sponsor Type
OTHER GOV
Responsible Party
SPONSOR

Study Record Dates

First Submitted

May 25, 2020

First Posted

May 28, 2020

Study Start

December 5, 2006

Primary Completion

April 4, 2008

Study Completion

December 10, 2008

Last Updated

June 2, 2020

Record last verified: 2020-05

Data Sharing

IPD Sharing
Will not share

Locations