Your childhood may be driving your food choices: new study investigates

NCT ID NCT06690294

Not yet recruiting Knowledge-focused Sponsor: National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Aug 14, 2026 · Updated 35 times

Summary

This natural history study looks at how life events during childhood might affect eating behaviors and weight gain in adults. Researchers will observe 110 healthy volunteers aged 18 to 60, measuring food intake, physical activity, blood sugar, and body fat. Participants will also answer questions about their childhood and routines. The goal is to better understand the link between early-life unpredictability and adult eating patterns.

What this could mean

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

What this could lead to: If successful, this study could reveal how early-life unpredictability influences eating habits and metabolism, pointing toward new strategies for weight management.
What could go wrong: This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It cannot prove cause and effect, and results may not apply to everyone.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Feeding Behavior Obesity obesity disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

HEALTHY VOLUNTEER OBESTITY

Contacts and locations

Locations

NIDDK, Phoenix

Phoenix, Arizona, 85014, United States

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