Scientists probe the secrets of the super-skinny

NCT ID NCT05804929

First seen Jan 24, 2026 · Last updated May 12, 2026 · Updated 13 times

Summary

This study looked at healthy adults who are naturally very thin (BMI under 18.5) and compared them to people with a normal weight. Researchers measured body fat, eating habits, hormones, and gut bacteria to understand what keeps them lean. The goal was to learn more about the biology of thinness, not to test a treatment.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Shenzhen Institute of Advanced Technology,

    Shenzhen, China

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