Natural supplement shows promise for shedding body fat

NCT ID NCT02818699

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

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested whether a natural plant compound called EMIQ can safely help overweight and obese adults lose body fat. Over 12 weeks, 65 participants took either EMIQ or a placebo twice daily. Researchers measured changes in body fat, weight, and other health markers to see if EMIQ offers a safe way to manage weight.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: enzymatically modified isoquercitrin (EMIQ), a natural plant product
What this could lead to: If it works, this could point toward a safe, natural supplement to help reduce body fat in overweight and obese individuals.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study with only 65 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The effect on body fat may be modest or no better than placebo.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Obesity obesity disorder Overweight

As listed by the trial registrant

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

OBESE OVERWEIGHT

Contacts and locations

Locations

Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging at Tufts University

Boston, Massachusetts, 02111, United States

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