Clinical trials
Insulin Resistance clinical trials
Below are recruiting insulin resistance clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 121 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05912348Recruiting
Study of how an unhealthy lifestyle affects active young adults
This study looks at how eating or daily habits that promote weight gain (“obesogenic” lifestyle) affect fitness and health markers in young adults who already exercise. It may help researchers understand what lifestyle changes matter most, and whether certain patterns affect active people differently.
Durham, New HampshireAges 18–30 - NCT05958706Recruiting
Testing how heart cells use fuel in heart failure
This study looks at how the heart uses energy fuel in people with heart failure, including those with type 2 diabetes. It may help researchers understand what’s going on inside the heart and how it could be treated in the future.
DüsseldorfAges 20–85 - NCT06061042Recruiting
Time-restricted eating for metabolic health
This study tests whether eating only during a specific time window each day can improve metabolic health in people with obesity and insulin resistance. If you have a high BMI and early signs of diabetes, this trial might help you understand a simple dietary change.
Amsterdam, North HollandAges 50–75 - NCT06360302Recruiting
Exercise and insulin resistance in dialysis patients
This study looks at how exercise affects muscle metabolism and insulin resistance in people on dialysis, compared to those with metabolic syndrome and healthy individuals. It aims to find blood markers that could help assess insulin resistance in dialysis patients.
MontpellierAges 40–75 - NCT06542718Recruiting
Studying glucose patterns in Asian women with gestational diabetes
This study monitors blood sugar levels during pregnancy in overweight Asian women to better understand gestational diabetes. It uses a continuous glucose monitor to track patterns and may help improve care for mothers and babies.
SingaporeAges 21–45 - NCT06545721Recruiting
Weight changes and hormone health in PCOS
This study looks at how weight changes affect hormone levels and insulin resistance in women with PCOS. It may help understand if weight cycling is harmful or helpful.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–45 - NCT07690163Recruiting
Diabetes blood sugar check in newly diagnosed patients
This trial is checking how well blood sugar is controlled in adults recently diagnosed with type 2 diabetes (within the last 3 months). It aims to see if current treatments or lifestyle changes are working and may help guide future care.
KyivAges 18 years+ - NCT06633380Recruiting
Different physical activity strategies for breast cancer survivors
This study tests different ways to add physical activity into your daily routine to help manage side effects from breast cancer treatment. The goal is to see if simple, practical strategies can improve your health and well-being while you are on aromatase inhibitors.
Toronto, OntarioAges Any age - NCT06657209RecruitingPhase 4
Comparing diabetes treatments for people with normal weight
This study tests two medications—pioglitazone (a pill) and tirzepatide (an injection)—in people with type 2 diabetes who have a normal body weight. It aims to find which treatment works better for this specific group.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 30–70 - NCT06723886Recruiting
Can olive pomace oil help control blood sugar?
This study tests whether olive pomace oil, a type of olive oil, can lower blood sugar in people with prediabetes or diabetes. It may be an option if you have high blood sugar and are not taking other medications or supplements.
Madrid, MadridAges 20–70 - NCT06729203Recruiting
Ultrasound for belly fat and insulin resistance in women
This trial tests if ultrasound cavitation—a non-invasive treatment that uses sound waves to break down fat—can help lower insulin resistance in women with central obesity (fat around the belly). It's a possible option if you have insulin resistance and are not taking diabetes medication.
Giza, Giza GovernorateAges 25–40 - NCT06735651Recruiting
Wild blueberries for gut, brain, and heart health in prediabetes
This study looks at whether eating wild blueberries can improve your gut health, brain function, and heart health if you have prediabetes. It may help lower your blood sugar and reduce your risk for diabetes and heart disease.
Atlanta, GeorgiaAges 20–65 - NCT06768827Recruiting
Obesity mechanisms study for teens
This study looks at how bodies process food to understand obesity in teenagers. It may help find new ways to prevent or treat obesity.
New Haven, ConnecticutAges 15–22 - NCT06820658Recruiting
Comparing muscle response in active and inactive older adults
This study looks at how muscles respond to exercise in people aged 60 to 85. You will be asked to do some exercises so researchers can measure how your nerves and muscles work together.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges 60–85 - NCT06847373Recruiting
Vitamin D for teens with obesity
This study is testing whether vitamin D supplements can help teens with obesity. It is open to participants aged 10 to 18 who live in Mexico City and have obesity based on their BMI.
MéxicoAges 10–18 - NCT06867198Recruiting
Peanuts for heart, brain, and gut health
This study tests whether eating peanuts can improve health markers like blood sugar, brain function, and digestion in adults with prediabetes (higher than normal blood sugar levels). You may qualify if you are between 20-59 years old, have prediabetes, and a BMI in the overweight to obese range.
Atlanta, GeorgiaAges 20–59 - NCT06912321Recruiting
Brain Circuit Study for Type 2 Diabetes
This study uses MRI scans to look at a specific brain circuit (the Papez loop) in people with type 2 diabetes. It aims to understand how diabetes might affect brain networks related to memory and emotion.
Nanjing, JiangsuAges 45–70 - NCT06959043Recruiting
Diet and exercise for type 2 diabetes
This study tests if a plant-based diet and exercise program can improve blood sugar control in people with type 2 diabetes. Participants will live in a hospital for 4 weeks to follow the program closely.
São Paulo, São PauloAges 45–70 - NCT07073781Recruiting
Probiotics for Brain & Blood Sugar in Overweight Young Adults
This study tests whether taking a probiotic (a 'good bacteria' supplement) can help brain function (thinking, memory) and improve blood sugar control in overweight adults who have higher-than-normal blood sugar. If you're between 18-40, overweight, and don't have diabetes, you may be able to join.
Leeds, Greater ManchesterAges 18–40 - NCT07102797Recruiting
ActiveGirls: Activity, hormones, and diabetes risk in young girls
This study looks at how physical activity and hormone health affect diabetes risk in young girls. It is for girls ages 8 to 12 who are at risk for PCOS (a hormone condition) and insulin resistance, and who have not yet started their period.
Somerville, MassachusettsAges 8 years+ - NCT07178353Recruiting
How bedrest affects leg muscles in young adults
This study looks at how 5 days of complete bedrest changes the leg muscles of healthy young adults. It may help researchers understand muscle loss and how to prevent it.
Kingston, OntarioAges 18–30 - NCT07221279Recruiting
Walking study for weight and heart health in adults
This study tests if a specific number of daily steps can help overweight or obese adults improve body composition and reduce heart disease risk. It's for people who are otherwise healthy but may have high blood pressure or joint pain managed by medication.
Kennesaw, GeorgiaAges 20 years+ - NCT07231341Recruiting
Insulin resistance study in gestational diabetes
This study looks at insulin resistance in pregnant women with gestational diabetes. It aims to understand how the body uses insulin during pregnancy to help improve care for women with this condition.
AarhusAges 18 years+ - NCT07266259Recruiting
Levocarnitine plus myoinositol for PCOS and insulin resistance
This study compares two treatments for women with PCOS and insulin resistance who are having trouble getting pregnant. It tests if taking levocarnitine with myo-inositol works better than myo-inositol alone for improving hormone levels and insulin resistance.
Dhaka, ShahbagAges 18–40
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for insulin resistance?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 121 recruiting insulin resistance 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 insulin resistance 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 insulin resistance 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
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.