Which Diet-Exercise combo works best for obesity? study tests keto, fasting, and flexitarian plans

NCT ID NCT07695480

Completed Disease control Sponsor: Firat University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jul 10, 2026 · Last updated Jul 10, 2026

Summary

This study looks at how different diets—ketogenic, intermittent fasting, and semi-vegetarian—affect weight, body fat, and metabolism in women with obesity, both alone and with a home exercise program. Over 6 weeks, 108 women aged 19-45 will be split into nine groups to compare results. Researchers will measure changes in weight, BMI, and blood markers like insulin and hormones to find the most effective lifestyle combination.

What this could mean

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Active substance: dietary interventions (ketogenic, intermittent fasting, semi-vegetarian) and home-based exercise
What this could lead to: If successful, this could show which diet-exercise combination is most effective for weight loss and metabolic health in women with obesity.
What could go wrong: This is a small, short-term study (6 weeks) with 108 participants, so results may not apply to all women or lead to long-term changes.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Fasting Obesity obesity disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

HORMONAL CHANGES METABOLIC CHANGES OBESITY

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Locations

Fırat University Hospital

Elâzığ, 23000, Turkey (Türkiye)

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