Study reveals how Fat-Shaming harms health behaviors
NCT ID NCT05402137
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looked at how experiencing weight stigma (being treated negatively because of body size) changes what people eat, how much they move, and how well they sleep. 330 adults with a BMI of 28 or higher from Los Angeles took part. Some were exposed to a person who expressed anti-fat attitudes, while others were not. Their eating, physical activity, and sleep were then measured over several days.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could show that reducing weight stigma may improve health behaviors like diet and exercise in people with obesity.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, completed study that only measures short-term effects. Real-world impact may be limited, and results may not apply to everyone.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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University of California, Los Angeles
Los Angeles, California, 90034, United States
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