Obesity study probes hidden links between iron, gut bugs, and brainpower
NCT ID NCT05345106
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at how iron levels in the brain, gut bacteria, and blood sugar are connected to thinking and memory in people with obesity. Researchers will track 138 adults aged 30-65 using brain scans, glucose monitors, sleep trackers, and cognitive tests. The goal is to understand these relationships, not to test a treatment.
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Institut d'Investigació Biomèdica de Girona (IDIBGI)
Girona, Girona, 17007, Spain
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