Obesity mechanisms study for teens
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study looks at how bodies process food to understand obesity in teenagers. It may help find new ways to prevent or treat obesity.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are between 15 and 22 years old
- You have gone through puberty (Tanner stage III or higher)
- Your BMI is above the 85th percentile for your age and gender
- You are not pregnant
- You do not have conditions like Cushing syndrome or substance abuse issues
- You are not taking medications like metformin or GLP-1 drugs, and you do not eat more than 30 grams of fiber a day
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
Similar studies
Other trials that look related to this one.
This study looks at how metabolism and inflammation relate to diabetes risk in teenagers. It may help researchers understand why some teens develop type 2 diabetes.
This trial studies whether adding fiber to metformin helps teens with severe obesity and insulin resistance improve how their bodies handle sugar. You might consider it if you’re a teen who isn’t yet diagnosed with type 2 diabetes and meets the specific lab and health criteria.
This study follows adults over time to understand how weight and body chemistry relate to insulin resistance. It may help researchers learn why insulin resistance happens and what could prevent or improve it.
This study tests whether the hormone oxytocin can help adolescents with obesity lose weight. You may be asked to stay on your usual diet and routines during the 18-week study to see how well the treatment works.
This study looks at what helps or drives weight changes in children and teens with obesity. You may be asked about growth and body changes to better understand why weight changes happen and how to manage them.
This study looks at how eating ultra-processed foods affects metabolism and body weight in children and teens with obesity, and compares them with healthy peers. Your participation may help scientists understand whether diet choices contribute to weight and metabolic problems.
Hear when a new Insulin Resistance trial opens
We’ll email you when one opens — at most once a week, no account needed, unsubscribe anytime.