Overweight and Obesity in Relation to Type ll Diabetes Melitus

Overweight and Obesity in Relation to Type II Melitus,Diabetes A Randomised Controlled Trial

The aim of the study is to evaluate the efficacy of local Zambian food in improving metabolic profiles of overweight/obese type ll diabetic patients in Kitwe district

Inclusion Criteria:

• Diabetic patients attending Kitwe Teaching Hospital
• 18 years and above
• Body Mass Index of 25 and above
• Willing to follow the diet plan and eat food provided
• Not enrolled in other clinical studies

Exclusion Criteria:

• Eating disorder or any psychosocial or scheduling factors that could impede study outcomes
• Have renal or liver problem
• Pregnant women
• Breast feeding women
• HIV positive individuals