Can eating only 8 hours a day help childhood cancer survivors fight obesity?

NCT ID NCT05826184

First seen Jun 27, 2026 ยท Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested whether eating only during an 8-hour window each day (time-restricted eating) helps young adult survivors of childhood cancer manage their weight. Thirteen survivors participated to see if this approach is safe, doable, and acceptable. The goal is to reduce obesity and related health risks common in this group.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Body Weight childhood malignant neoplasm obesity disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University of Illinois at Chicago

    Chicago, Illinois, 60612, United States