Do obese people handle thirst differently? new study investigates
NCT ID NCT01224704
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 25 times
Summary
This study looked at how lean and obese people respond to not having water. Researchers wanted to see if body fat affects thirst and water balance. 75 healthy men stayed in the hospital for 13 days and had tests like a 24-hour water fast and salt water infusions. The goal was to understand differences in thirst and hormone levels, not to treat obesity.
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NIDDK, Phoenix
Phoenix, Arizona, 85014, United States
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