Clinical trials
Metabolic Effects clinical trials
Below are recruiting metabolic effects clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 203 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05499702RecruitingPhase 2
Glucagon test after dieting in type 2 diabetes
This Phase 2 study tests how glucagon affects sugar and fat handling in the liver after a short period of calorie restriction. It may help researchers understand metabolic changes in people with type 2 diabetes and guide future treatments.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges 25–65 - NCT05866107Recruiting
App and smart scale program for weight loss in bipolar or schizophrenia
This study tests whether using a health app and smart body-fat scales helps people who are overweight or obese lose weight. It is designed for adults with bipolar disorder or schizophrenia who are stable and can safely follow the weight-loss and activity plan.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–60 - NCT06022549Recruiting
Mobile health for HIV patients with metabolic and bone issues
This trial tests a mobile health program designed to help people with HIV manage metabolic syndrome and bone loss. It aims to find if text messages and health tips can improve your health.
TaipeiAges 30 years+ - NCT06689566Recruiting
Genistein for heart attack recovery and inflammation
This study tests whether genistein, a natural compound found in soy, can help reduce inflammation and improve heart health in people who have had a heart attack and are overweight or have other risk factors.
Taipei, TaiwanAges 18 years+ - NCT06717828Recruiting
Tai Chi for fatty liver in older adults
This trial tests whether Tai Chi, a gentle exercise, can improve fatty liver disease in middle-aged and older adults who are overweight. If you are between 40 and 75 and have metabolic fatty liver, you might be able to join.
Fuzhou, FujianAges 40–75 - NCT06895980Recruiting
Gum treatment for better blood sugar in diabetes
This trial tests whether treating gum disease can help improve blood sugar control in people with type 2 diabetes. If you have poorly controlled diabetes and gum disease, you may be able to join this study.
Santiago, ProvidenciaAges 18 years+ - NCT07001709RecruitingPhase 4
How abiraterone affects oxycodone in prostate cancer
This study looks at how a common prostate cancer drug (abiraterone) affects how the body processes a painkiller (oxycodone). Men with prostate cancer who take abiraterone will be compared with those who do not, to see if the painkiller works differently.
Deventer, OverijsselAges 18 years+ - NCT07344636Recruiting
NR supplements and zone 2 training for metabolism
This trial tests whether taking nicotinamide riboside (a vitamin-like supplement) helps your body burn fuel better during moderate exercise, known as zone 2 training. It may benefit healthy adults who want to improve their workout efficiency.
Hong Kong, Please SelectAges 18–80 - NCT07073326Recruiting
Hypoxic training for fatty liver disease
This trial tests if exercising in a low-oxygen environment (like high altitude) can improve liver health in people with fatty liver disease. It may offer a new way to reduce liver fat and improve metabolism.
Trieste, TriesteAges 18–50 - NCT06448195RecruitingPhase 4
Growth Hormone for Fatty Liver After Pituitary Surgery
This trial tests whether growth hormone therapy can improve liver health and metabolic function in people who have fatty liver after pituitary tumor surgery. It is for adults with growth hormone deficiency who have excess fat in their liver.
ShanghaiAges 18–60 - NCT06803199Recruiting
LH and FSH effects on cell metabolism in IVF
This trial looks at how two hormones, LH and FSH, affect the way cells around your eggs use energy. It may help doctors personalize IVF treatment for women your age.
Kaohsiung CityAges 35–40 - NCT07053657Recruiting
Vitamin D for heart health in overweight teens
This study looks at whether giving vitamin D can improve heart and metabolic health in overweight or obese teens who have low vitamin D levels. It may help lower risks like high blood sugar or cholesterol.
Anqing, AnhuiAges 10–16 - NCT06041789RecruitingPhase 2
Testing donepezil for bone health in memory loss
This study tests whether a memory medication called donepezil (Aricept) can help strengthen bones in people with memory problems. If you have mild cognitive impairment or dementia and are not already on a similar medication, you may be able to join.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 50 years+ - NCT06355154Recruiting
Moderate carbohydrate diet for pregnant women with diabetes
This study tests whether eating a moderate amount of carbohydrates (carbs) can help control blood sugar and improve pregnancy outcomes in women with diabetes who use insulin. If you are pregnant with one baby and use insulin for diabetes, this trial may help you find a balanced diet approach.
JerusalemAges 18–45 - NCT07298564Recruiting
Magnesium and levocarnitine for PCOS symptoms
This trial tests whether taking magnesium and levocarnitine (a natural substance that helps cells make energy) can improve metabolism and reduce symptoms like irregular periods or weight gain in women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). If you have PCOS, you may be able to join.
Tehran, Tehran ProvinceAges 19–65 - NCT02823665RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Compare how bariatric surgery affects blood sugar changes
This early trial studies how blood sugar moves in people after certain weight-loss surgery compared with people without surgery. It may help researchers understand why blood sugar can drop too low and how treatments like atropine affect that process.
San Antonio, TexasAges 18–65 - NCT07354386Enrolling by invitation
Dried whole fruits and diabetes metabolism study
This trial tests if eating dried whole fruits can improve metabolism in people with untreated pre-diabetes or type 2 diabetes, with or without fatty liver disease. It may help you understand if a simple dietary change can support your health.
Winnipeg, ManitobaAges 18–74 - NCT05551559Enrolling by invitation
How bariatric surgery changes liver metabolism in fatty liver disease
This study looks at how bariatric (weight-loss) surgery affects how your liver processes nutrients in people with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. It may help researchers understand what changes in the body after surgery and whether that could guide better future care.
HelsinkiAges 18–75 - NCT04444362Enrolling by invitation
Probacine to protect organs after cardiovascular surgery
This study tests whether a medicine called Probacine can help protect your gut and organs after cardiovascular surgery. If you qualify, you may be asked to take part and follow the study plan to see if complications are reduced.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–90 - NCT06322238RecruitingPhase 2
Can a DNA test help prevent drug side effects in primary care?
This study tests whether a cheek-swab DNA test can help doctors choose safer medicines for you. If you are starting a new drug in primary care, you might join to help prevent side effects.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges 18 years+ - NCT04812314Recruiting
Study how exercise changes body fat and metabolism
This study looks at how starting exercise changes the structure and function of body fat. It may help you understand how exercise affects things like cholesterol and blood sugar, even if you’re not currently exercising regularly.
Ann Arbor, MichiganAges 18–40 - NCT05363059Recruiting
Bariatric surgery compared with standard treatment for metabolic syndrome
This trial compares bariatric (weight-loss) surgery with medical (non-surgery) treatment in people with metabolic syndrome, a cluster of risk factors that can affect heart and blood sugar. It aims to see which approach improves these health risks and overall metabolism.
Chongqing, Chongqing MunicipalityAges 18–65 - NCT06410352RecruitingPhase 4
Weight loss methods for longer life with metabolic syndrome
This trial tests weight loss methods in people with type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, and excess weight. It aims to see if losing 15-20% of body weight can help people live longer and healthier.
Astana, AstanaAges 35–65 - NCT06551285Recruiting
Nutrition supplement for PCOS: effects on health and quality of life
This study tests whether a nutritional supplement can improve metabolism, reduce inflammation, and enhance quality of life in women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). It aims to help manage PCOS symptoms through dietary support.
Valencia, ValenciaAges 18–45
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for metabolic effects?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 203 recruiting metabolic effects 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 metabolic effects 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 metabolic effects 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.