METABOLIC SYNDROME

This study looks at whether teaching healthy habits like exercise, better nutrition, and stress management can improve health in 120 adults who are overweight, inactive, or have metabolic syndrome. Participants will take part in programs and be followed for 12 months to see if th…

This study looks at whether taking fenugreek seeds can improve key signs of metabolic syndrome, such as waist size, blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar. Researchers will give 28 adults with metabolic syndrome either fenugreek seeds or a placebo for 12 weeks. The goal is …

This study looks at whether extra education from a pharmacist can help people on antipsychotic medication avoid weight gain and other metabolic problems. About 148 adults aged 18-60 with mental disorders like schizophrenia or bipolar disorder will take part. Some will get standar…

This study tests whether a smart lifestyle program that combines diet and exercise can improve metabolic health in 435 overweight or obese adults aged 20-60 with metabolic syndrome. Participants will be split into two groups: one receiving simple dietary advice, and the other rec…

This study looks at whether a Mediterranean-style diet or a Carnivore-style diet can improve heart and metabolic health in adults aged 30-60 with high LDL cholesterol. Participants will follow one of the two diets for three weeks, and researchers will measure how their cholestero…

This study tests if a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called rTMS can reduce liver fat in people with MetALD, a liver disease linked to both alcohol and metabolic issues. 105 adults will be randomly assigned to receive personalized rTMS, standard rTMS, or a sham (placebo…

This study will test if a 1-3 minute facial scan using artificial intelligence can accurately measure health indicators like heart rate, blood pressure, and blood sugar. 1,000 adults in urban areas will have their scan results compared to standard medical tests. The goal is to de…

This study aims to see if a single-lead electrocardiogram (ECG) analyzed by machine learning can accurately screen for heart conditions and related diseases like high blood pressure, diabetes, and kidney disease. Researchers will enroll at least 5,000 adults who have already had …

This study tests a community-based program to help Black and Hispanic teens aged 15-20 manage chronic stress and prevent depression. The program involves group sessions and skill-building. Researchers will track mood, stress, and physical health markers over two years to see if i…

This study looks at how artificial sweeteners (saccharin, sucralose) and a natural one (erythritol) affect heart disease risk factors in 80 adults with prediabetes. Participants will be randomly assigned to consume one sweetener or water for two weeks. Researchers will measure ch…

This study observes 30 adults in Mexico who are already taking tirzepatide for conditions like diabetes or obesity. Researchers will use MRI scans, heart CT scans, and body composition tests to see how the drug affects knee cartilage, heart fat, and overall body health over one y…

This study tests three simple, low-cost approaches to reduce stress and encourage healthy habits in 45 adults from Yomitan Village, Okinawa. Participants will either receive health leaflets, wear functional clothing, or follow a moderate exercise manual for eight weeks. The goal …

This study will follow 2800 Chinese adults aged 18-60 who are overweight or obese for five years. Researchers want to see how their health changes over time, especially whether they develop type 2 diabetes or related complications. Participants will use a smartphone app to track …

This study will screen up to 10,000 adults who are overweight or have metabolic issues like high blood pressure or diabetes to find out how common fatty liver disease (MASLD) is and what factors contribute to it. Participants will fill out health questionnaires, have body measure…

This study looks at how emotional eating (eating in response to feelings, not hunger) and sleep quality are linked to metabolic syndrome risk in 78 adults with schizophrenia or bipolar disorder. Researchers will measure mental state, eating habits, sleep, and metabolic risk to fi…

This study looks at normal-weight women who may have hidden metabolic obesity, meaning they have too much body fat even though their BMI is healthy. The goal is to find early warning signs for heart disease and diabetes by measuring blood markers and blood vessel function. Resear…

This study looks at whether metabolic syndrome reduces blood flow to the brain more in women than in men. Researchers will use MRI scans and exercise tests to compare healthy volunteers and people with metabolic syndrome. The goal is to understand the role of a specific enzyme (C…

This study will follow 500 Beijing residents aged 60 and older to see how urinary function (like bladder and kidney health) is linked to multiple chronic conditions such as high blood pressure, diabetes, and heart disease. Participants will have regular health check-ups, blood an…

This study will test the thinking skills of 175 children and young adults who had a bone marrow transplant in childhood. Researchers want to see if problems with memory, concentration, or learning are linked to other health issues like weight changes or low fitness. The goal is t…

This study looks at how meals with different amounts of fat, carbs, and protein change fat levels in the blood. Researchers will study 100 adults with conditions like diabetes, metabolic syndrome, or kidney disease, plus healthy volunteers. Participants will eat two different bre…

This study looks at how vegan, omnivorous, and carnivore diets influence the way LDL cholesterol particles stick together in the blood, which can lead to clogged arteries. Researchers will measure blood fats and other health markers in 90 adults aged 25-60 who have followed their…

This study aims to understand the relationship between metabolic syndrome (a cluster of conditions like high blood pressure and excess body fat) and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), commonly known as acid reflux. Researchers will observe 50 adult patients with metabolic sy…