A food‐based, low‐energy, low‐carbohydrate diet for people with type 2 diabetes in primary care: A randomized controlled feasibility trial

Aim To examine the feasibility of a food‐based, low‐energy, low‐carbohydrate diet with behavioural support delivered by practice nurses for patients with type 2 diabetes. Materials and Methods People with type 2 diabetes and a body mass index (BMI) of ≥30 kg/m 2 were randomized 2:1 to intervention or control (usual care) and assessed at 12 weeks. The intervention comprised an 800–1000 kcal/day, food‐based, low‐carbohydrate (<26% energy) diet...