Time-restricted eating for obese teens with metabolic issues
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
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.
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Who can take part
- You are between 12 and 18 years old and have reached the final stage of puberty (Stage 5).
- You are obese (BMI at or above the 95th percentile for your age) and have at least one metabolic problem like fatty liver, insulin resistance, prediabetes, or abnormal cholesterol.
- Your weight has stayed stable (within about 9 pounds) for the last 3 months.
- You have a smartphone (iPhone or Android) and know how to use it.
- You speak, read, and understand Turkish.
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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