Exercise and fasting to improve brown fat in postmenopausal women
Part of Heart & circulation, Hormones & metabolism, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study looks at whether exercise and long periods without food (fasting) can help improve brown fat—a type of body fat that burns calories to generate heat. If you are a postmenopausal woman who is inactive and overweight, you may be able to join and help researchers understand how these lifestyle changes affect your health.
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Who can take part
- You are a woman between 45 and 65 years old.
- You have been through menopause (no periods for at least 12 months) or have blood test results that show menopause.
- Your body mass index (BMI) is 25 or higher.
- You are not currently physically active (do not meet exercise guidelines).
- You do not have diabetes, certain heart or other health conditions, and are not on certain medications (like hormone replacement therapy).
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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