Pleasure over pressure: new study tests joyful eating for better health

NCT ID NCT07387289

Not yet recruiting Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Laval University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This pilot study tests whether a 12-week program focused on the pleasure of eating can help higher-weight adults eat more fruits and vegetables. 88 participants will be randomly assigned to either the pleasure-focused program or no intervention. The study aims to see if the program is feasible and acceptable, not whether it causes weight loss.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: pleasure-oriented nutritional intervention (behavioral)
What this could lead to: If successful, this approach could offer a new, enjoyable way to encourage healthier eating in higher-weight adults without focusing on weight loss.
What could go wrong: This is a small pilot study testing feasibility, not effectiveness. The program may not lead to lasting dietary changes or may not work for everyone.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

Institut sur la nutrition et les aliments fonctionnels (INAF), Université Laval

Québec, Quebec, G1V 0A6, Canada

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