Low fat vs. low carb diet order and body fat change
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study compares how the order of low fat versus low carb diets affects body fat changes. It may help you understand which diet sequence works best for weight loss.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 to 50 years old
- Your weight has been stable (within 5% for the past 6 months)
- Your body mass index (BMI) is 25 or higher
- You are willing to follow the study's lifestyle rules and not travel much during the study
- You do not have medical conditions or take medications that affect appetite or metabolism
- You are not pregnant, lactating, or going through perimenopause/menopause (if you are a woman)
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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