Clinical trial for Obesity (Disorder)
Official title Evaluation of Food Additive Contributions to Obesity: Pilot Study 1
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07437430
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study checks if it is possible to measure how much food people eat after taking a specific food additive or a fake pill.
- Who it's for
- Adults who have obesity.
- What's involved
- Participants will take one dose of a food preservative or a placebo in a random order. They will also reduce their usual intake of foods containing this additive.
- Time commitment
- The study involves a short period of testing to see if the method works, but the exact duration is not specified.
You might receive a placebo (an inactive treatment) instead of the study drug.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 20 to 80
You may be able to join if
- Males and females age 20-80; BMI 30-39 kg/m2 inclusive; willingness and ability to follow the proposed study interventions and procedures
You likely can't join if
- Weight loss of ≥3% in the last 3 months; previous or planned bariatric surgery in the next 1 year
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part, but confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 20 years to 80 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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