Fatty liver mystery: study probes food metabolism clues

NCT ID NCT02520609

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 24, 2026 · Updated 27 times

Summary

This study looked at how people with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) process food compared to those without it. Researchers monitored 53 adults during a 2-day hospital stay, measuring metabolism and blood changes after meals. The goal was to better understand what causes fat buildup in the liver.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • National Institutes of Health Clinical Center

    Bethesda, Maryland, 20892, United States

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