Pandemic pounds: study links stress to eating changes

NCT ID NCT04896060

First seen Jan 04, 2026 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 25 times

Summary

This study looked at how stress from the COVID-19 pandemic affected eating behaviors and weight in over 5,000 English-speaking adults. Participants completed online surveys about their mental health, eating habits, and weight changes. The goal was to understand the connection between pandemic stress and eating patterns, not to test any treatment.

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Locations

  • NIDDK, Phoenix

    Phoenix, Arizona, 85014, United States

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