OBESITY AND OVERWEIGHT

This study tests an experimental oral drug called NA-931, taken alone or with the approved weight-loss injection tirzepatide, in 224 overweight or obese adults aged 18–80. The main goal is to see how much weight participants lose over 48 weeks compared to a placebo. The trial als…

This study looks at whether the supplement quercetin can improve how small blood vessels function in people with obesity. Forty adults aged 18-40 with a BMI over 30 will take quercetin and have their blood vessel health measured using cameras and small sensors placed on the skin.…

This study looks at whether an ultrasound of the neck can help doctors predict if an obese patient will have a difficult time with a breathing tube during surgery. About 52 adults who are overweight or obese and having planned surgery will get both standard checks and an ultrasou…

This study looks at how clinics can better identify physically inactive patients and refer them to community-based exercise programs. Researchers will track how many patients get referred and whether a 12-week program improves their activity levels and health. The goal is to make…

This study looks at whether eating chia seeds while breastfeeding can improve the quality of breast milk and reduce inflammation in mothers who are overweight. Researchers will measure nutrients and markers of inflammation in milk and blood from 80 mothers over 6 weeks. The goal …

This study looks at how the body uses energy when walking after losing weight. Researchers will have 20 teens aged 12-16 with obesity walk on a special treadmill that simulates weight loss. They want to see if the body tries to save energy after weight loss, which could make it h…