Can simple dietary advice slash your sugar intake?

NCT ID NCT04816955

First seen Jul 21, 2026 · Last updated Jul 22, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether official UK dietary recommendations for reducing free sugar intake actually help people eat less sugar. About 242 adults in southern England who get more than 5% of their energy from free sugars will receive either standard advice or advice plus extra practical tips. Researchers will track sugar intake, overall diet, and body mass index to see which approach works better.

What this could mean

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

Active substance
dietary recommendations with additional behavioural advice
What this could lead to
If successful, this could show that simple dietary advice plus practical tips helps people cut sugar and improve health.
What could go wrong
This is a relatively small trial in one region of England, so results may not apply broadly. Adherence to advice may be low.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Bournemouth University

    Bournemouth, US and Canada Only, BH12 5BB, United Kingdom

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