Twins and weight: diet, genes, and environment
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study looks at how your genes and your environment (like diet and exercise) affect your weight. It involves comparing twins and may include periods where you eat more or less than usual to see how your body responds.
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Who can take part
- You are between 20 and 45 years old.
- You are a member of the Washington State Twin Registry.
- Your twin is also willing to participate.
- You are willing to follow a special diet for about 7 days (if you are in a part of the study that looks at diet)
- You have no major health conditions like diabetes, multiple sclerosis, or thyroid problems.
- You do not smoke, drink heavily, or have had weight-loss surgery.
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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