Clinical trials
Metabolic Effects clinical trials
Below are recruiting metabolic effects clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 188 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07501923Recruiting
How heat exposure day and night affects human health
This study looks at how exposure to heat during the day, night, or both affects the health of healthy young adults. It may help understand how heat impacts the body and find ways to protect people from heat-related risks.
Hefei, AnhuiAges 18–30 - NCT06172335Recruiting
Testing fish oil for heart health in people with belly fat
This study tests whether a type of fish oil can help reduce plaque buildup in arteries, focusing on people with high triglycerides and extra belly fat.
OsloAges 20–70 - NCT06616454Recruiting
Time-restricted eating for obese teens with metabolic issues
This study tests whether eating only during certain hours of the day can help improve body composition and metabolism in obese teenagers who also have conditions like fatty liver, insulin resistance, prediabetes, or high cholesterol. It uses a smartphone app to track eating times.
KayseriAges 12–18 - NCT07251361Enrolling by invitation
Exercise program for heart failure with preserved ejection fraction
This study tests whether a special exercise program that combines different types of training (like aerobic, strength, and balance) can improve heart and muscle function, daily abilities, and quality of life in people with heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF). You may benefit if your heart failure is stable and you are able to exercise safely.
Pamplona, NavarreAges 18 years+ - NCT06767722Recruiting
Lifestyle program for high blood sugar in early pregnancy
This trial tests if a lifestyle program (diet and activity changes) can help pregnant women who have slightly high blood sugar in early pregnancy. It aims to improve glucose levels and reduce complications for both mother and baby.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–55 - NCT05972564RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
SGLT2 inhibitor for metabolic syndrome and heart health
This study tests whether a diabetes medication called an SGLT2 inhibitor can reduce inflammation in body fat and improve blood vessel function in people with metabolic syndrome. It may help prevent heart disease and other complications.
Nashville, TennesseeAges 18 years+ - NCT01143480Recruiting
Testing how the body responds to endotoxin
This study checks how your immune system (your body’s defense system) reacts to a controlled substance that triggers inflammation. It may help researchers understand why some people have stronger or weaker inflammatory responses.
Research Triangle Park, North CarolinaAges 18–100 - NCT07359625Recruiting
Study on ketone drinks and insulin health
This study tests if drinking a ketone supplement can improve how your body responds to insulin, which affects blood sugar control.
Aarhus NAges 55–70 - NCT07229521Recruiting
Nattokinase for heart, gut, sleep, and brain health in metabolic syndrome with sleep issues
This study tests whether a supplement called nattokinase can improve heart health, sleep, thinking, and gut bacteria in people with metabolic syndrome and mild-to-moderate sleep apnea. If you have a larger waist, blood pressure or blood sugar issues, or imbalanced cholesterol, and have been diagnosed with mild or moderate sleep apnea, you may be eligible.
TaipeiAges 18 years+ - NCT06661603Recruiting
Yoga and meditation for medical students' health
This study looks at how doing yoga and meditation might affect stress hormones, immune markers, and health in medical students. If you are a medical student at the University of Pecs, you may be able to join and learn how these practices can help your well-being.
Pécs, PécsAges 18–40 - NCT07415707Recruiting
Reducing alcohol and taking probiotics for brain health in older adults
This study tests whether cutting back on alcohol and taking probiotics can improve memory and thinking in older adults who are heavy drinkers. If you are interested in drinking less, you may be able to join.
Miami, FloridaAges 65–84 - NCT07229963Recruiting
Short exercise breaks for improving after-meal health in overweight adults
This study looks at how different ways of breaking up long periods of sitting (like short exercise breaks) affect your body after meals, especially in overweight adults. It may help you learn simple strategies to improve how your body handles food and sugar.
Ankara, BeytepeAges 30–45 - NCT07172009Recruiting
Does chlorhexidine mouthwash affect blood sugar after meals?
This trial tests whether using chlorhexidine mouthwash changes how your body handles sugar after eating. It may help us understand a new way to manage blood sugar levels.
Plymouth, DevonAges 18 years+ - NCT07031063RecruitingPhase 4
HIV treatment study for people starting therapy
This study compares two HIV medications (DTG/3TC and BIC/TAF/FTC) to see which works better and is safer for people who have never taken HIV treatment before. It may help you find a once-daily pill that controls the virus and has fewer side effects.
Mexico City, AzcapotzalcoAges 18 years+ - NCT06746805Recruiting
Ketone drink and exercise fuel use in trained cyclists
This study tests if drinking a ketone supplement before exercise changes how your body uses carbs for fuel. It may help trained cyclists and triathletes understand fuel efficiency.
Maastricht, LimburgAges 18–50 - NCT06184646Recruiting
Prunes for bone health in postmenopausal women
This trial tests how many prunes per day can best improve bone health in postmenopausal women. It may help you if you have lower bone density but not severe bone loss.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges Any age - NCT06534307Recruiting
Long-term follow-up for children from PETN studies
This study checks on the health and development of children whose mothers took part in the PETN studies. It involves questionnaires and a physical exam for kids aged 5 and older.
Tübingen, Baden-WurttembergAges 6–18 - NCT07585994Recruiting
Probiotic supplement for long-standing type 1 diabetes
This study tests whether taking a specific probiotic (a beneficial bacteria) for 4 weeks can improve immune function and metabolism in people who have had type 1 diabetes for at least 5 years. Researchers believe this probiotic may help the body's remaining insulin-producing cells work better.
AmsterdamAges 18 years+ - NCT06193577Recruiting
White kidney bean extract for weight and metabolism
This trial tests whether a dry extract from white kidney beans (Phaseolus vulgaris) can help men with overweight or mild obesity lose weight and improve metabolic health. Participants will follow a diet and take the extract or a placebo for a few weeks.
Catania, CataniaAges 18–60 - NCT05005793RecruitingPhase 4
Alkali treatment to improve kidney graft blood vessel function
This trial tests whether adding an “alkali” treatment (to raise low blood bicarbonate) can improve blood vessel and kidney graft function in people whose kidney transplant is about 1 year old. It may help if you have lower-than-normal bicarbonate levels while on stable transplant and blood pressure medicines.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 18–80 - NCT06083766Recruiting
Hormone Therapy Effects on Metabolism in Transgender Adults
This study looks at how long-term gender-affirming hormone therapy affects your body's metabolism and energy use. Researchers want to understand these changes better to improve care for transgender and gender-diverse people.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges 18–40 - NCT07801001Enrolling by invitation
Zinc supplements for women with polycystic ovary syndrome
This study tests whether taking zinc supplements can improve insulin resistance and reduce symptoms in women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). If you have PCOS and are not pregnant, you may be able to join.
DhakaAges 18–45 - NCT06727500Recruiting
Exercise training for kids with obesity
This trial tests whether two types of exercise training (high-intensity interval training or a mix of HIIT and jumping exercises) improve muscle and tendon health in children and teenagers with obesity. It looks at how results differ based on whether kids are before or after their growth spurt.
SantiagoAges 7–17 - NCT06051318Recruiting
Diet and gut microbiome effects on blood sugar in healthy adults
This study looks at how your gut bacteria and the foods you eat affect your blood sugar after meals. You'll wear a small sensor to track your blood sugar for 10 days and provide stool samples.
Florianópolis, Santa CatarinaAges 18–60
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for metabolic effects?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 188 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.