Comparing eating plans for long-term weight loss
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study compares different eating plans to see which one helps people keep off weight in the long term. Participants will follow a structured diet and get support to help them lose weight and maintain the loss.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You must be between 20 and 59 years old.
- Your body mass index (a measure of weight for height) must be 28 or higher, but below 40.
- You must be willing to follow a specific diet plan for several months.
- You must not have any serious digestive problems, heart disease, or a history of cancer.
- You cannot be taking certain medications that affect weight or blood sugar, such as diabetes drugs or steroids.
- If you are a woman of childbearing age, you must agree to use birth control during the study.
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 tests whether a specific diet and behavior program can help people with overweight improve their health. You will be asked to follow a specific eating plan and eat certain foods provided by the researchers.
This trial tests a modified intermittent eating plan to help people with obesity lose weight and keep it off. It compares different eating schedules to see which works best for long-term weight control.
This study tests personalized nutrition plans to help people with obesity lose weight and improve health. It compares different precision nutrition approaches to see which works best for each person.
This study looks at how diet, appetite, and body changes work together during weight loss. It's designed for people with a BMI of 30 to 50 who want to lose weight and are not taking certain medications or have certain health conditions.
This study looks for traits (like health measurements or medical factors) that can help predict who will successfully lose weight and keep it off. It may help researchers personalize weight-loss plans in the future.
This study looks at how weight loss affects hunger in adults with obesity. It involves a walking program and may help you understand your appetite during weight loss.
Hear when a new Dietary Intervention trial opens
We’ll email you when one opens — at most once a week, no account needed, unsubscribe anytime.