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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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Body Weight Obesity obesity disorder Overweight Weight Loss

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

    RECRUITING

    Aurora, Colorado, 80045, United States

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