BODY COMPOSITION

This study compares a new low-intensity training method that uses blood flow restriction bands to traditional heavy weightlifting in 36 male military cadets. The goal is to see if the lighter approach can build just as much muscle and strength while reducing strain on the body. R…

This pilot study tests whether a special diet based on a baby's lean body mass can help large newborns (born with excess body fat) who struggle with oral feeding. Researchers will compare this tailored feeding approach to standard care in 40 infants. The goal is to see if the die…

This study tests whether a daily dose of freeze-dried wild blueberry powder can improve blood sugar, blood pressure, and brain function in women with prediabetes. Thirty overweight women aged 20-65 will take either the blueberry powder or a placebo for six weeks. Researchers will…

This study tests whether taking a daily multivitamin and multimineral supplement for 12 months can improve metabolic, mental, and muscle health in women aged 40-60. Researchers will measure changes in a biomarker called MetaboAge, which reflects overall metabolic health. The tria…

This study tests whether wearing a smartwatch that tracks activity and body composition, along with exercise reminders, can help people on GLP-1 drugs (like Ozempic or Wegovy) maintain muscle and strength. About 100 adults who recently started or plan to start these medications w…

This study tests whether taking a daily supplement called geranylgeraniol (GG) can improve muscle strength, body composition, and exercise capacity in healthy, physically active adults aged 30 to 60. About 70 participants will be randomly assigned to receive either a placebo, 150…

This study tests whether 15-minute green light therapy sessions, twice a week, can improve body composition and how people feel about their bodies. One hundred adults in the U.S. will use a special light device at home and track changes through surveys and body measurements. The …

This study tests whether continued use of EmeraldLED, a green light therapy device, can support positive changes in body composition. One hundred US adults who already use EmeraldLED will continue their 15-minute sessions twice a week. Researchers will track body measurements, qu…

This study looks at whether continuing green light therapy—two 20-minute sessions per week—can further improve body composition, quality of life, and how people feel about their bodies. It involves 100 adults in the US who already use green light therapy. Participants will track …

This study looks at whether menopause and HIV together increase heart disease risk in women. Researchers will examine inflammation and body fat using MRI scans and blood tests in 90 women with HIV. The goal is to understand why heart risks may worsen after menopause in this group…

This study looks at whether adding electrical muscle stimulation (EMS) to regular weight training helps trained weightlifters build more muscle, strength, and power. About 34 male athletes will be split into two groups: one does resistance training alone, the other adds EMS. Rese…

This study follows 100 women with early-stage breast cancer for two years after surgery and treatment. Researchers will measure changes in muscle mass, body fat, and strength using simple tests. The goal is to understand how the body recovers and what factors affect quality of li…

This study aims to describe the body composition, eating habits, and exercise patterns of 300 Spanish athletes with disabilities. Researchers will measure things like body fat, muscle mass, and food intake. The goal is to fill a gap in knowledge to help these athletes perform bet…

This study looks at how estrogen levels influence body composition and muscle function in midlife women (ages 35-60) who are starting a GLP-1RA medication for weight loss. Researchers will measure changes in weight, muscle mass, bone density, and strength over time. The goal is t…

This study tests whether drinking cold water (4°C) four times a day for six months can lower body fat and slow aging in healthy adults aged 50-65. Researchers will compare the cold water group to a group drinking warm water (37°C). Participants will undergo body scans and health …

This study looks at how eating habits and zinc levels in hair are connected to body fat, inflammation, and blood pressure in women aged 19-49 from different ethnic groups in Jakarta. Researchers will measure diet, body composition, and blood markers in 188 women. The goal is to b…

This pilot study at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas tests whether a 6-week nutrition program focused on herbs and spices can help college students with poor eating habits improve their diet quality. Thirty students will attend group sessions, taste foods with herbs and spices…