Scientists hunt for hidden clues in hair and blood to track your diet
NCT ID NCT01237093
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study aims to find better ways to measure what people eat by looking for biomarkers in blood, urine, hair, and fat. Fifty-nine healthy men will eat carefully controlled diets with different amounts of meat, fish, and soda for 12 weeks. Researchers will then check if changes in certain natural markers match the foods eaten. The goal is to develop a more reliable tool for nutrition research.
What this could mean
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Active substance
controlled diets varying in meat, fish, and soda
What this could lead to
If successful, this could lead to more accurate ways to measure what people eat without relying on memory.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-phase study in healthy men only, so results may not apply to women or people with health conditions.
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NIDDK, Phoenix
Phoenix, Arizona, 85014, United States