Can a tailored telehealth diet help older adults lose weight safely?

NCT ID NCT06044571

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

Summary

This study tests different telehealth weight loss programs for adults aged 65-85 who have obesity and at least two chronic health conditions. Participants will receive a personalized diet and exercise plan designed to be safe for their specific health needs. The goal is to find the best first-line approach to help them lose weight and improve their quality of life.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

diet and exercise prescription

What this could lead to

If successful, this could identify the best telehealth weight loss approach for older adults with multiple health issues, potentially improving their health and reducing disability.

What could go wrong

This is an early-stage study with only 180 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. Weight loss in older adults carries risks like muscle loss or low blood sugar, which the study aims to minimize but cannot eliminate.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Multiple Chronic Conditions Obesity obesity disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • UNC Center for Aging and Health

    RECRUITING

    Chapel Hill, North Carolina, 27599, United States