Scientists probe why junk food is so hard to resist
NCT ID NCT05437809
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looks at how different types of ultra-processed foods—like those high in fat, sugar, or both—affect feelings of reward and overeating. Fifty adults with obesity will eat various snack foods in the lab and report their cravings and mood. The goal is to understand what makes these foods so tempting, which could help develop new treatments for overeating and obesity.
What this could mean
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Active substance
ultra-processed foods (high fat, high refined carbohydrates, or both)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could identify which ingredients in ultra-processed foods drive overeating, leading to better strategies for treating obesity.
What could go wrong
This is an early observational study with only 50 participants, so findings may not apply broadly. It measures short-term responses, not long-term weight loss.
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Drexel University
RECRUITINGPhiladelphia, Pennsylvania, 19104, United States
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