When you eat may matter as much as what you eat
NCT ID NCT03647306
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looks at how the timing of meals changes the way your body uses energy, especially in overweight adults aged 30 to 75. Researchers will compare eating most calories early versus late in the day, and test how this affects insulin sensitivity and metabolism. The goal is to understand if meal timing can help prevent or manage type 2 diabetes and heart disease.
What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If successful, this study could help design better dietary guidelines for managing type 2 diabetes and heart disease risk.
What could go wrong
This is an observational behavioral study, not a treatment trial. Results may not lead to direct medical advice or apply to all populations.
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University of Chicago
Chicago, Illinois, 60637, United States