Can mindfulness curb cravings? new study tests eating awareness in obesity
NCT ID NCT07461740
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looked at whether a 4-week mindful eating program could help adults with obesity reduce hedonic hunger—the desire to eat for pleasure, not just fuel. 82 participants either followed a weight loss diet alone or added weekly mindful eating sessions. Researchers measured changes in eating awareness and food cue responsiveness. The goal was to see if mindfulness could help people better recognize hunger and fullness cues and cut down on emotional eating.
What this could mean
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Active substance
mindful eating training
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simple, drug-free way to help people with obesity better manage cravings and emotional eating.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study with 82 participants. The training is short (4 weeks) and results may not last long-term or apply to everyone.
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Locations
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Kozan Healthy Living Center
Adana, Turkey (Türkiye)