Could Ready-to-Eat meals replace liquid diets before bariatric surgery?
NCT ID NCT06461247
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study compares two pre-surgery diets for people scheduled for bariatric surgery: ready-to-eat meals versus standard liquid meal replacements. The goal is to see which diet is easier to stick to, measured by blood ketone levels and meal logging. About 140 adults will participate, and the study also tracks satisfaction and weight changes.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Very Low Calorie Diet Ready-to-eat (VLCD RTE) meals
What this could lead to
If successful, this could offer a more convenient and palatable pre-surgery diet option, potentially improving weight loss outcomes before bariatric surgery.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial focused on compliance, not long-term outcomes. The ready-to-eat meals may not be more effective than the standard liquid diet, and individual results may vary.
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Alexandra Hospital
RECRUITINGSingapore, Singapore
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National University Hospital
RECRUITINGSingapore, Singapore
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