A program to help adults with diabetes manage disordered eating behaviors.
Official title: Balanced and Empowered EaTing (BEET) in Diabetes: A feasibility trial
Funded at University of Colorado Denver · NIH-11097363 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is for adults with type 2 diabetes who have trouble with eating habits, and it’s testing a new program called Balanced and Empowered Eating (BEET) to help them improve their eating and manage their diabetes better with personalized support.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Colorado Denver NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Aurora, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | August 1, 2023 |
| Project end | May 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $166,088 |
| NIH project number | 5K23DK134758-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-11097363 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates are adults aged 21 and older who have type 2 diabetes and experience disordered eating behaviors.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have diabetes or do not exhibit disordered eating behaviors may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on adults with type 2 diabetes who also struggle with disordered eating behaviors, such as overeating. It aims to implement a new program called Balanced and Empowered Eating (BEET), which uses cognitive-behavioral therapy techniques to address these eating issues. By integrating behavioral health providers into diabetes care, the program seeks to improve both eating habits and diabetes management. Participants will receive support tailored to their specific needs, helping them adhere to dietary and exercise recommendations.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved diabetes management and overall health for patients with disordered eating behaviors.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that addressing disordered eating behaviors can positively impact diabetes management, suggesting that this approach may be effective.
Where this research is happening
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University of Colorado Denver
Aurora, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Phimphasone-Brady, Phoutdavone — University of Colorado Denver
- Study coordinator: Phimphasone-Brady, Phoutdavone
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.