What makes us overeat? new study probes Obesity's hidden triggers
NCT ID NCT00342732
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jul 31, 2026 · Updated 7 times
Summary
This completed study investigated how eating behaviors and food preferences, especially for high-fat foods, contribute to obesity. Researchers studied 669 healthy adults, including Pima Indians (who have high obesity rates) and Caucasians, using questionnaires and food intake measurements. The goal was to understand genetic and environmental factors behind obesity risk.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this research could help identify behavioral and genetic risk factors for obesity, potentially guiding future prevention strategies.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It may not directly lead to interventions, and findings in Pima Indians may not apply to other populations.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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NIDDK, Phoenix
Phoenix, Arizona, 85014, United States
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