Investigating how meal timing affects blood sugar during pregnancy
Influence of Chrono-nutrition Factors, Temporal Dietary Patterns, and Their Interactions With Dietary Quality During Pregnancy on Maternal Gestational Diabetes, Glycemic Parameters, and Gestational Weight Gain.
This study is testing how the timing of meals affects blood sugar levels in pregnant women at risk for gestational diabetes to see if it can help manage their health better.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 316 (estimated) |
| Ages | 20 Years and up |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | National Taiwan University Hospital Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Taipei, Zhongzheng District) |
| Trial ID | NCT06215352 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to explore the relationship between chrono-nutrition factors and glycemic parameters in pregnant women, specifically focusing on those at risk for gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM). By establishing a cohort of women between 10 and 15 weeks of pregnancy, the study will assess how meal timing, frequency, and regularity influence maternal glycemic control and gestational weight gain. The research is motivated by the rising prevalence of GDM and its associated risks for both mothers and their offspring, emphasizing the importance of dietary patterns during pregnancy.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are pregnant women aged 20 years or older, between 10 and 15 weeks of gestation.
Not a fit: Patients with a diagnosis of type 1 or type 2 diabetes, or those currently taking medications affecting glucose metabolism, may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved dietary recommendations for pregnant women, potentially reducing the incidence of gestational diabetes and its complications.
How similar studies have performed: While the field of chrono-nutrition is emerging, there is limited prior research specifically linking meal timing to glycemic control in pregnant women, making this study a novel exploration.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: 1. Women aged 20 years or older. 2. Pregnancy duration between 10 and 15 weeks. Exclusion Criteria: 1. Diagnosis of type 1 diabetes, type 2 diabetes, or gestational diabetes. 2. Currently taking medications that may affect glucose metabolism (e.g., metformin). 3. Irregular working schedule, such as shift work. 4. Presence of a multiple pregnancy.
Where this trial is running
Taipei, Zhongzheng District
- National Taiwan University Hospital — Taipei, Zhongzheng District, Taiwan (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Ling-Wei Chen, Ph.D. — Institute of Epidemiology and Preventive Medicine, National Taiwan University
- Study coordinator: Yu-En Chen
- Email: d12849012@ntu.edu.tw
- Phone: +886-3366-9537
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.