Can losing weight weaken your bones? new study investigates
NCT ID NCT00472745
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This pilot study looked at how weight loss affects bone density in overweight or obese men. 44 men either followed a reduced-calorie diet to lose weight or maintained their weight for 6 months. Researchers measured changes in bone density and quality to see if weight loss has any effect on bone health.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this study could help doctors understand how to help people lose weight without harming their bones.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small pilot study, so results may not apply to everyone. It only looks at bone changes, not long-term health outcomes.
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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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Rutgers University
New Brunswick, New Jersey, 08901, United States
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