Can your body clock predict how fast you age? new study investigates

NCT ID NCT02674230

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study is tracking 2,000 adults over time to understand how obesity and disruptions to the body's internal clock (circadian rhythm) influence aging and heart health. Participants will provide health data, questionnaires, and biological samples during annual check-ups. The goal is to uncover links between weight, sleep patterns, and long-term health outcomes.

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 successful, this could reveal how obesity and disrupted body clocks speed up aging, pointing to new ways to prevent heart disease and other age-related problems.

What could go wrong

This is an observational registry, not a treatment trial. It will not test any therapy, and results may take years to produce actionable insights.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

cardiovascular disorder Chronobiology Disorders circadian rhythm sleep disorder Obesity obesity disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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Contacts and locations

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Locations

  • Chang Gung Memorial Hospital

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    Taoyuan, 333, Taiwan

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