Olive compound fires up brown fat to fight obesity and diabetes

NCT ID NCT06484543

First seen Apr 11, 2026 · Last updated May 23, 2026 · Updated 7 times

Summary

This study tests whether a natural compound called maslinic acid, found in olives, can safely improve metabolic health in 50 Chinese adults with excess weight or early signs of metabolic syndrome. Participants take the supplement for 12 weeks while researchers measure changes in blood sugar, brown fat activity, energy burn, and body composition. The goal is to see if activating brown fat can help control obesity and related conditions like diabetes.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Singapore Institute of Clinical Sciences

    Singapore, Singapore

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