Obesity study links gut bugs and brain iron to memory

NCT ID NCT03889132

First seen Jan 04, 2026 · Last updated May 11, 2026 · Updated 20 times

Summary

This study looked at 128 adults with obesity to understand how blood sugar levels, gut bacteria, and iron buildup in the brain are connected to thinking and memory. Researchers used glucose monitors, brain scans, and sleep trackers to gather data. The goal was to learn more about these links, not to test a new treatment.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Institut d'Investigació Biomèdica de Girona (IDIBGI)

    Girona, Girona, 17007, Spain

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