Amino acid diet may boost weight loss while preserving muscle in severe obesity
NCT ID NCT06309563
First seen Apr 01, 2026 · Last updated May 23, 2026 · Updated 12 times
Summary
This study tests whether adding essential amino acids to a low-calorie, low-protein diet helps people with severe obesity lose more weight and maintain muscle mass. Sixty adults aged 45-65 with a BMI over 35 will be randomly assigned to receive either the amino acid supplement or a placebo for two weeks. Researchers will measure weight loss, muscle strength, and blood sugar and fat levels.
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Istituto Auxologico Italiano, Site Piancavallo
RECRUITINGOggebbio, Verbania, 28921, Italy
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