OBESITY & OVERWEIGHT

This study looks at whether a natural supplement called butyrate can improve how the body responds to exercise in women with overweight or obesity. Participants will follow a 12-week exercise program and take butyrate daily for the last 4 weeks. The goal is to see if this helps t…

This study tests whether programs designed by the community can improve the health and quality of life of children aged 6-13 in Mississauga, Canada. About 4,900 children from 22 schools will be involved, with some schools receiving the programs and others not. Researchers will me…

This study looks at whether taking probiotics after sleeve gastrectomy (a type of weight-loss surgery) can reduce constipation and other stomach issues. About 200 adults with severe obesity will take either a probiotic blend or a placebo for three months after surgery. Researcher…

This study tests whether adding chia or hemp seeds to lunch foods like soup and bread changes how much people eat and how full they feel. Twenty-four adults will eat seed-enriched or plain meals and rate their hunger, satisfaction, and desire for different foods. The goal is to f…

The ALOHA study is a community-based research project for adults aged 50 and older in the Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia area. Over five years, participants receive annual health assessments—including physical and cognitive tests—and get a personalized 'Health Passport'…