Scientists aim to fix flawed calorie trackers
NCT ID NCT01209572
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 28 times
Summary
This study tested whether wearable devices like heart rate monitors and armbands can more accurately measure how many calories people burn in a day. 120 healthy adults wore these devices while their true energy use was measured in a lab or with special water. The goal is to create a better formula to predict energy expenditure, helping people track fitness and health more reliably.
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Centre de Recherche en Nutrition Humaine d'Auvergne
Clermont-Ferrand, Auvergne, 63009, France
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