Study of gut-brain connection in binge eating and obesity
Part of Hormones & metabolism, Mental health clinical trials.
This study looks at how the gut and the brain talk to each other in people with binge eating and obesity. It is a research study that may help understand the causes of these conditions.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older
- You have been living in Portugal for the past 10 years
- You are in one of these groups: normal weight, obesity alone (BMI 30 to <40), or have binge eating disorder
- You have not lost more than 5% of your body weight in the last 2 years
- You have not taken antibiotics in the last 6 months
- You do not have metal implants or a pacemaker
Quick eligibility check
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