Taste and smell differences in obesity
Part of Brain & nervous system, Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study looks at how taste and smell may differ in people with obesity compared to healthy-weight individuals. It aims to understand why some people perceive flavors differently, which could help develop better treatments for weight management.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 65 years old.
- Your body mass index (BMI) is between 18.5 and 29.9 (healthy weight) or between 30 and 39.9 (obese).
- You have not been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes or taken certain medications like steroids, antidepressants, or GLP-1 agonists (e.g., Ozempic).
- You have not had weight changes of more than 15 pounds in the last 6 months.
- You can read and understand English and are willing to answer study questions.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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