No. You will not incur fees for participating in this study, however, incidentals like parking, travel etc will be the responsibility of the participant.

Participating in this program will involve adapting your current diabetes management plan, including changes to your diet, exercise and other lifestyle habits. The staff at the ELIA LMC are medically trained and will work with you to monitor your abilities, progress and health. A detailed outlined of potential risks is covered in your discussion with our clinician before you provide consent to participate in this program.

We have provided a screening application form on this website. Once you have submitted your pre-screening, our team will evaluate this and get in touch with you to discuss your suitability for this program. Successful applicants will be invited to a face-to-face meeting at the ELIA Lifestyle Medicine Centre at the Sydney Adventist Hospital to discuss next steps, and gain approval to join the study.

The criteria are set by the research group supporting this study. They need to work with a particular group of people to make sure the study produces clear results. These requirements are not about limiting support, but are are about ensuring the research is accurate and meaningful.

Where appropriate, our team will let you know and share information about our other programs, which are designed to provide more personalised care and have broader eligibility.

No, this program does not include a smartwatch or wearable device. While many people are exploring diabetes watches to help monitor their health, it's important to be aware that not all devices on the market are clinically validated or provide accurate results.

This program takes a different approach — it's grounded in lifestyle medicine and offers real, personalised support to help you manage type 2 diabetes more effectively. Rather than relying on technology alone, we focus on nutrition, movement, mindset, and medical care, all guided by experienced health professionals.

If you're considering a diabetes watch, we encourage you to do your research and speak with your healthcare provider to ensure it’s the right fit for your needs.

Adventist Health in the South Pacific Division of the Seventh-day Adventist Church has provided the funds for this study.

The results of this study will be used in presentations, at conferences and may be published in peer-reviewed journals. You will not be identified in the results. Results of the study will be provided to you, if you wish.

This study will continue for 9 months after the 12-week program has been completed. During this time, you will have follow-up consultations with the program doctor and have blood taken for analysis at 6 months and again at 12 months from program commencement. We encourage you to consult your doctor about how best to continue your diabetes treatment and management after the program.