Publication Name	World Journal of Diabetes
Manuscript ID	104371
Country	Malaysia

Category	Nutrition & Dietetics
Manuscript Type	Systematic Reviews
Article Title	Mapping evidence and identifying risks: A systematic scoping review of meal replacements in type 2 diabetes
Manuscript Source	Unsolicited Manuscript
All Author List	Leong Chen Lew, Arimi Fitri Mat Ludin, Zahara Abdul Manaf, Noorlaili Mohd Tohit and Suzana Shahar
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Corresponding Author	Arimi Fitri Mat Ludin, Associate Professor, PhD, Centre for Healthy Ageing and Wellness, Faculty of Health Sciences, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Jalan Raja Muda Abdul Aziz, Kuala Lumpur 50300, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. arimifitri@ukm.edu.my
Key Words	Scoping review; Meal replacement; Type 2 diabetes; Glycemic management; Weight reduction
Core Tip	This scoping review systematically evaluated meal replacement interventions in type 2 diabetes, focusing on their effects on glycemic and weight management, as well as associated risks. Key findings included significant improvements in hemoglobin A1c and body mass index after meal replacement interventions, with notable efficacy when combined with lifestyle programs. Most reported adverse events were mild. The review categorized existing studies by meal replacement type and dosage, providing comprehensive insights for tailoring interventions in clinical practice. These results emphasize meal replacements as a promising tool in diabetes management, with implications for improving patient outcomes and reducing healthcare burdens.
Citation	Lew LC, Mat Ludin AF, Abdul Manaf Z, Mohd Tohit N, Shahar S. Mapping evidence and identifying risks: A systematic scoping review of meal replacements in type 2 diabetes. World J Diabetes 2025; In press

Received	2024-12-19 14:21
Peer-Review Started	2024-12-23 02:37
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Return for Revision	2025-03-25 06:48
Revised	2025-04-08 06:40
Second Decision	2025-07-01 02:48
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Accepted by Executive Editor-in-Chief	2025-07-10 06:41
Articles in Press	2025-07-10 06:41
Publication Fee Transferred	2025-04-18 09:08
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ISSN	1948-9358 (online)
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