Diet showdown: which eating plan melts belly fat best?
NCT ID NCT06754306
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested seven different diets—including time-restricted eating, alternate-day fasting, and low-calorie plans—in 84 healthy adults aged 18-35 with normal weight. Researchers measured changes in belly fat, body weight, and blood markers over a 4-week diet period followed by a 28-week recovery. The goal was to see which diet works best short-term and understand the biological reasons behind the effects.
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School of Public Health, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, China
Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality, 200025, China