Veterans test One-Day-a-Week fasting to beat weight regain
NCT ID NCT04131647
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looks at whether intermittent fasting (eating only two small meals one day per week) can help overweight veterans maintain weight loss after a 12-week diet and exercise program. Researchers will compare this approach to a standard heart-healthy maintenance plan in 175 veterans aged 50-75. The goal is to find a practical way to prevent the weight regain that often happens after successful weight loss.
What this could mean
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Active substance
intermittent fasting (one day per week, two small meals)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simple, low-cost way for veterans to keep weight off after losing it, potentially reducing obesity-related health problems.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 175 participants, and the results may not apply to everyone. Intermittent fasting can be hard to stick with and may cause hunger or low energy.
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Locations
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Baltimore VA Medical Center VA Maryland Health Care System, Baltimore, MD
Baltimore, Maryland, 21201, United States
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South Texas Health Care System, San Antonio, TX
San Antonio, Texas, 78229, United States