Walnuts vs. pretzels: which snack tricks your brain into eating less?
NCT ID NCT07428187
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at how different snacks (walnuts or pretzels) change brain activity related to food cravings and fullness during a 12-week weight-loss diet. Researchers will use brain scans to measure responses to food pictures and track changes in body fat and appetite. The goal is to understand which snack might help people stick to their diet better.
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University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
RECRUITINGAurora, Colorado, 80045, United States
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