Early Time-Restricted feeding: a simple way to boost metabolism?
NCT ID NCT07505680
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This pilot study tested whether limiting food intake to an 8am-to-6pm window for four weeks could improve metabolic health and appetite regulation in 16 healthy adults. Participants ate freely during that window and fasted the rest of the time. The study measured changes in appetite hormones, body composition, and circadian rhythm patterns. Because it was small and had no comparison group, the findings are preliminary.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Time-restricted feeding (eating only between 8am and 6pm)
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could point toward simple dietary timing strategies to improve metabolic health and appetite control.
- What could go wrong
- This is a very small pilot study with only 16 participants and no control group, so results may not be reliable or apply to the general population.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Harokopio University of Athens
Athens, Attica, 17676, Greece
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