Brain training may help curb food cravings
NCT ID NCT06426693
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether people with overweight or obesity and high food cravings can learn to change their brain's response to food cues using real-time neurofeedback. Participants will try to control a thermometer-like display reflecting their brain activity while viewing food images. The goal is to reduce cravings and improve eating habits, measured through questionnaires and dietary assessments at one month follow-up.
What this could mean
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Active substance
neurofeedback device
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a non-drug, brain-training approach to help people manage food cravings and eat healthier.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 50 participants. The sham-controlled design means some may not benefit, and results may not apply to everyone with overweight or obesity.
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Yale MRRC Anlyan Center
RECRUITINGNew Haven, Connecticut, 06519, United States