Scientists probe why belly fat harms some but not others

NCT ID NCT01104220

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 27 times

Summary

This study looks at why storing fat in and around organs like the liver affects some people's health more than others. Researchers will measure insulin sensitivity and inflammation in 144 lean and obese adults. The goal is to better understand these differences to help develop future treatments for diabetes and heart disease.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Washington University School of Medicine

    St Louis, Missouri, 63110, United States

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