Could a clay mineral help shed pounds? new trial explores attapulgite for obesity
NCT ID NCT07103382
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 21, 2026 · Updated 29 times
Summary
This early-stage trial tests whether attapulgite, a natural clay, is safe and helps reduce weight in 40 adults with obesity or overweight with type 2 diabetes. Participants take attapulgite and are monitored for changes in BMI, waist size, and body fat. The goal is to see if this mineral can aid weight management.
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Institute of Metabolism and Endocrinology, Second Xiangya Hospital, Central South University
RECRUITINGChangsha, Hunan, 410011, China
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