Scientists probe the secret of super-skinny people

NCT ID NCT05804929

First seen Jan 24, 2026 · Last updated May 17, 2026 · Updated 14 times

Summary

This completed study looked at healthy adults with a very low body weight (BMI under 18.5) to understand what makes them different from people with a normal weight. Researchers measured body fat, eating habits, hormone levels, and gut bacteria. The goal was to learn more about the biology of staying thin without any health problems.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Shenzhen Institute of Advanced Technology,

    Shenzhen, China

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