Clinical trials
Weight Gain clinical trials
Below are recruiting weight gain clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 45 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT04721652Recruiting
Track drinking and recovery after hemodialysis sessions
This study looks at how fluid intake after each hemodialysis treatment affects your health. It may help find safer, easier guidance on how much to drink between treatments.
London, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT06734910Recruiting
Digital support for healthy pregnancy with higher BMI
This trial tests a digital program to support healthy habits in pregnant women with a BMI of 25 or more. It aims to help you and your baby stay well during pregnancy.
HillerødAges 18–60 - NCT07506980Recruiting
Nurse-led program for dialysis patients to improve self-care
This study tests whether a nurse-led program can help people on dialysis improve their self-care and quality of life. It focuses on those who tend to gain fluid between sessions and may need extra support.
Gokarna, BagmatiAges 18–69 - NCT06175403RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Niacin regulation in overweight adults
This study looks at how niacin (a B vitamin) affects fat metabolism in people who are overweight or have extra belly fat. It may help researchers understand how to better manage weight-related health problems.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges 18–65 - NCT05843903Recruiting
Teen Mom study to test a new health approach
This study looks at whether a health program is practical and acceptable for pregnant teens who live in specific areas. It may help support healthier routines during pregnancy, with results that could improve future programs for teen moms.
Jackson, MississippiAges 15–19 - NCT06646965Recruiting
Family dietary counseling for healthy pregnancy weight gain
This trial tests whether family-based dietary counseling during pregnancy helps women gain the right amount of weight. It is for pregnant women who can bring an adult household member who shares at least one meal a day with them.
AuchAges 18 years+ - NCT06187675Recruiting
Nutrition and exercise program with choice for pregnancy
This study tests a program where you can choose your own nutrition and exercise plan during pregnancy. It aims to see if giving you options helps you and your baby stay healthy.
London, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT04252547Recruiting
Skin-to-skin care during weighing for preterm babies
This study tests whether “kangaroo care” (skin-to-skin holding) affects how test weights are done for preterm babies in the NICU. It may help staff get more accurate weights and support parents during care.
Istanbul, IstanbulAges 7 months–9 months - NCT04330287Recruiting
Study of heart health in adults aging with HIV
This study looks at how aging affects heart health in people who have HIV. It may help researchers find better ways to prevent or monitor heart problems over time.
Essen, NordrheinwestfalenAges 18 years+ - NCT04894838Recruiting
Testing a bypass revision surgery for weight regain
This study looks at whether a specific stomach bypass revision (a “distal gastric bypass”) can improve outcomes after Roux-en-Y gastric bypass when weight loss was not enough or weight was regained. You may be considered if you meet weight-loss goals criteria and can join follow-up and possibly surgery.
Arnhem, GelderlandAges 18–65 - NCT05303064RecruitingPhase 3
Study of weight gain medicine for teens with certain mood or psychosis
This Phase 3 study tests a treatment aimed at reducing unhealthy weight gain in teens with schizophrenia or bipolar I disorder, using changes in BMI (a height-and-weight measure). It may help families who are concerned about weight changes that can happen with some psychiatric medicines.
Dothan, AlabamaAges 10–17 - NCT05311436Recruiting
Nutrition program study for slum residents in Dhaka
This study tests a nutrition program for pregnant women, adolescent girls, and young children living in Dhaka slums. It is designed to support healthier nutrition during a key growth or pregnancy period.
Dhaka, Dhaka DivisionAges 1 day–39 years - NCT05424003RecruitingPhase 2
Semaglutide to prevent weight gain after liver transplant
This trial tests semaglutide (a diabetes/weight-loss medicine) to help prevent weight gain after liver transplant. It is also looking at blood sugar and safety while you continue your transplant medicines.
Richmond, VirginiaAges 18–75 - NCT05744479RecruitingPhase 4
Metformin to reduce weight gain from antipsychotic medicines
This trial tests whether metformin can help adults with intellectual disability who gained weight from long-term antipsychotic medicines. If you qualify, you may be assigned metformin to improve weight and related health measures.
Toronto, OntarioAges 16–65 - NCT05775627Recruiting
Study how sleep affects metabolism in healthy adults
This trial studies how changes in sleep and the body’s daily rhythm may affect metabolism (how your body handles energy and sugar). It is for generally healthy, medication-free young adults who follow a controlled diet and sleep schedule.
Portland, OregonAges 18–40 - NCT05963971Recruiting
Bilingual online program to prevent weight gain in childhood leukemia
This trial tests a bilingual, online program to help children and teens who have ALL (a type of leukemia) stay at a healthy weight during the maintenance phase of treatment. It may help lower the chance of gaining too much weight while on chemotherapy.
New York, New YorkAges 5–21 - NCT06477120Recruiting
Time-restricted eating for pregnant women with severe obesity
This study tests whether eating only during a set window of time each day (time-restricted eating) can help manage weight gain during pregnancy for women with severe obesity. It might offer a safe, simple way to support a healthy pregnancy.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18–44 - NCT06814509Recruiting
HOPE program for pregnant women
This study tests a program called HOPE that helps pregnant women get the support they need for a healthy pregnancy. It is designed to make prenatal care more fair and accessible.
Corning, ArkansasAges 16–44 - NCT07325500RecruitingPhase 2
Low dose GLP-1 for heart health in HIV
This study tests a very low dose of a medication called a GLP-1 receptor agonist to see if it can improve heart and metabolic health in people with HIV who have excess weight.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT02573753Recruiting
Study how sleep affects gut bacteria and health
This study looks at how different sleep patterns change the microorganisms in your gut (gut bacteria) and what that may mean for health. It’s mainly for people who can take part in other approved research studies at the same time.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges 18 years+ - NCT07583459Recruiting
Summer childcare program to prevent unhealthy weight gain in preschoolers
This study tests whether a center-based childcare program during summer can help prevent excessive weight gain in preschool-aged children from low-income families. The program focuses on healthy eating and activity habits during the summer months when children are not in school.
Columbia, South CarolinaAges 3–5
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for weight gain?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 45 recruiting weight gain 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 weight gain 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 weight gain 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.