Scientists investigate the Body's energy burn to predict weight changes
NCT ID NCT00687115
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Aug 11, 2026 · Updated 12 times
Summary
This study aims to understand why some people gain or lose weight more easily than others. Researchers will measure how the body's energy use changes during overeating and dieting in 83 healthy adults. Participants will stay in the hospital for 10 weeks, undergoing tests like metabolic chamber studies and body scans to track these changes.
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 help create personalized weight management plans based on how an individual's body responds to changes in food intake.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-phase observational study focused on understanding mechanisms, not testing a treatment. Results may not lead to immediate practical applications.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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NIDDK, Phoenix
Phoenix, Arizona, 85004, United States
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