Meal timing may skew eating behavior surveys, small study finds

NCT ID NCT07257692

First seen Jun 26, 2026 ยท Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

This study looked at whether taking a survey before or after a meal changes how people report their appetite and eating habits. 33 healthy adults completed questionnaires about their eating behaviors and weekly appetite, both before breakfast and 90 minutes after. The goal was to see if the timing of the survey affects the results, which could help improve how researchers measure eating behaviors in future studies.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only โ€” not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance
Standardised meal
What this could lead to
If successful, this study could help researchers better understand how to measure appetite and eating behaviors accurately, which may inform future studies on weight management or eating disorders.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study in healthy adults only. Results may not apply to people with health conditions or eating disorders. The study is completed, so no new treatments are being tested.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • New Lister Building at Glasgow Royal Infirmary

    Glasgow, G31 2ER, United Kingdom

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