Clinical trials
Disordered Eating clinical trials
Below are recruiting disordered eating clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 127 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06801210Enrolling by invitation
Long-term health after elite weight-sensitive sports
This study looks at the long-term health of former elite athletes from sports that focus on weight, like gymnastics or rowing. Researchers want to understand how retiring from such sports affects your body and mind over time.
OsloAges 18 years+ - NCT06790030Recruiting
Does self-belief affect eating disorder treatment success?
This study looks at whether your confidence in your ability to change (self-efficacy) at the start of therapy affects how well you do in treatment for an eating disorder. It is for adults starting a specific type of therapy called CBT-T.
Zeist, UtrechtAges 18 years+ - NCT06736769Enrolling by invitationPhase 2
Ketamine and learning in eating disorders
This study tests whether a single dose of ketamine can help people with anorexia nervosa learn new ways of thinking about food and body image during recovery. You may be eligible if you are a teenager or young adult currently hospitalized for malnutrition.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 16–26 - NCT06532734Recruiting
Barrett's Esophagus in people with purging eating disorders
This study checks if long-term purging (vomiting) in people with eating disorders can damage the tube that connects your mouth to your stomach (called the esophagus). The goal is to see how common Barrett's esophagus (a precancerous change) is in this group.
Denver, ColoradoAges 18–65 - NCT06471842Recruiting
Eating issues in kids with metabolic diseases on special diets
This trial studies eating disorders in young children with certain inherited metabolic diseases that require a special diet. It aims to understand how often these eating problems happen and what they look like.
ParisAges 1–6 - NCT05763849Recruiting
Therapy exposure for teens with low weight eating issues
This trial tests a structured therapy approach called “interoceptive exposure” for teens who have an eating disorder with low weight. It may help some teens reduce fear or avoidance around body sensations and improve eating, but you must meet several health and safety criteria.
New York, New YorkAges 12–18 - NCT06247514Enrolling by invitation
BEET Diabetes Feasibility Study
This study tests whether a new program (BEET) can help people with type 2 diabetes who also struggle with disordered eating patterns. It aims to see if the program is helpful and practical for participants.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 18–65 - NCT06067763Enrolling by invitation
Project Health: Preventing unhealthy weight gain in young adults
This study tests a program to help young adults improve their eating and exercise habits, with the goal of preventing obesity. It is designed for people who are concerned about their weight and want to make healthier lifestyle choices.
Stanford, CaliforniaAges 17–20 - NCT06057415Recruiting
Gut nerve stimulation study for high-risk newborns
This study tests whether stimulating the nerves in the gut can help improve digestion in high-risk newborns, specifically those born very early or with a diaphragmatic hernia. It takes place at Amalia Children's Hospital and aims to find a way to help these babies' intestines work better.
NijmegenAges Up to 2 days - NCT05862389Recruiting
Study of how eating disorders work in the brain
This trial studies the underlying brain and behavior mechanisms of anorexia nervosa or bulimia nervosa. It may help researchers understand what drives these conditions and what could be targeted in future treatments.
BeijingAges 13–35 - NCT05703789Recruiting
Dental treatment for severe long-term eating disorders
This study focuses on people with severe eating disorders lasting many years and looks at dental needs, since these can lead to extensive tooth damage. You may be eligible if you need significant dental treatment on at least one jaw.
StockholmAges 18–50 - NCT05554172Recruiting
Non-invasive vagus nerve stimulation during refeeding for low weight
This study tests whether a painless device that stimulates the vagus nerve can help teens who are underweight and working on refeeding (a structured nutrition plan). It aims to see if this treatment improves outcomes while you’re gaining weight.
New York, New YorkAges 14–22 - NCT07698743Recruiting
Eating disorders in phenylketonuria patients study
This study looks at eating habits and disorders in people with phenylketonuria (PKU) who are treated at a specific hospital in Nancy, France. Participating involves sharing information, which may help doctors better understand eating challenges in PKU.
NancyAges Any age - NCT05285111Recruiting
Practice noticing inner body feelings in adults
This pilot study looks at a program meant to help people become better at noticing their internal body sensations and emotions. It may be most relevant if you’ve had low awareness of these internal feelings and a past history of suicidal thoughts or attempts, to see if the approach is safe and helpful.
Auburn, AlabamaAges 18–65 - NCT05149859Recruiting
Binge eating and severe obesity treatment after screening
This study looks at people with obesity, including those with binge eating disorder (BED). It compares groups based on their binge-eating questionnaires and tests a care approach at obesity and mental-health clinics.
QuébecAges 18–65 - NCT03338387Enrolling by invitationPhase 2
Test effects of gut hormones in bulimia
This trial studies how growth-related and gut hormones affect ghrelin, a hunger-related hormone, in people with bulimia. It may help researchers understand the body changes behind bulimia and how hormones and appetite signals work.
Ages 18–30 - NCT07740291Recruiting
Tirzepatide and lifestyle study for weight loss
This trial compares two ways to manage weight: taking a GLP-1 medication (like tirzepatide or semaglutide) versus making lifestyle changes without medication. It will help researchers learn which approach works best for people with overweight or obesity.
Lubbock, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT07594275Recruiting
How body awareness changes after weight-loss surgery
This study looks at how people perceive their bodies and eating habits before and after bariatric (weight-loss) surgery. Researchers want to understand how surgery affects the way you sense hunger, fullness, and your relationship with food.
Rome, LazioAges 18 years+ - NCT07732829Recruiting
FlexED: Full Threshold Eating Disorder Substudy
This trial tests a new approach to help young women with eating disorders. It aims to see if a flexible treatment plan can improve recovery.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 15–25 - NCT07807774Recruiting
FlexED National Substudy
This study looks at how young women respond to a new approach. It aims to find better ways to support health in this age group.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 18–25 - NCT07816536Recruiting
How gut bacteria change with exclusive liquid nutrition in children
This study looks at how giving children complete liquid nutrition (exclusive enteral nutrition) affects the good bacteria in their gut. It may help us learn how this treatment works for children who rely on it.
NantesAges 1–16 - NCT07468188Recruiting
Diabetes Body Project: Body image support for women with type 2 diabetes
This study tests a program to help women with type 2 diabetes feel better about their body image. You'll attend group sessions that focus on improving how you see and feel about your body.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–40 - NCT06188754Recruiting
Healthy lifestyle program for bipolar disorder and sleep issues
This study tests a healthy lifestyle program (including diet changes) for people with bipolar disorder who have sleep problems. It aims to improve sleep and overall well-being by teaching new habits.
Berkeley, CaliforniaAges 18–65 - NCT06621394Recruiting
Mediterranean diet and mindful eating for depression and obesity
This study tests if a Mediterranean diet combined with mindful eating can help reduce depression severity in people who have both obesity and major depressive disorder. You would follow a special eating plan and learn mindfulness techniques to see if they improve your mood.
StuttgartAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for disordered eating?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 127 recruiting disordered eating studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a disordered eating trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a disordered eating trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
Related conditions
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