Overweight and obese adults

This trial tests whether leucine, an amino acid, can help older men preserve muscle mass while losing weight through alternate-day fasting. Overweight or obese men of Asian descent will receive either leucine, protein, or a placebo supplement for four weeks. The study measures ch…

This study tested whether taking extra leucine, a natural amino acid, helps preserve muscle during a 4-week alternate-day fasting program in overweight young men. Participants were randomly assigned to one of four doses of leucine. Researchers measured body composition, blood mar…

This study looked at whether eating a fiber jelly before meals can help overweight women manage their blood sugar and feel fuller. 28 women aged 20-60 took part. The goal was to see if this simple addition to their diet could improve post-meal glucose levels and reduce hunger.

This early-phase study tests the safety and tolerability of a new drug called SYNT-101 in healthy adults and those who are overweight or have obesity. About 64 participants will receive either the drug or a placebo. The main goal is to check for side effects and how the drug move…

This study looked at how stress hormones (like cortisol) and personality traits (like resilience) influence how people with overweight or obesity feel during short, intense cycling workouts. Thirty-two adults completed a 10-week program of one-minute high-intensity intervals. The…