Plain-English translation of NCT06395246 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated · Translation generated · How we translate trials
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This trial is testing whether two different ways of eating can help people with obesity lose weight and feel healthier. You would follow either a standard calorie-controlled Mediterranean diet or an eating pattern where you restrict eating to morning hours (also based on Mediterranean principles). The research team wants to understand how these diets affect your body's metabolism and gut health.
Obesity affects millions of people, but doctors still aren't sure which eating approach works best for weight loss and long-term health. This study will help clarify whether the timing of meals matters as much as simply eating fewer calories, which could help guide better treatment plans in the future.
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You would be randomly assigned to one of two diet groups and follow your assigned eating plan for 12 weeks. Before starting and at the end, you'll have clinic visits for health measurements, blood tests, and assessments of your hunger and energy levels. You may also provide stool samples and have scans to measure brown fat. Throughout the 12 weeks, you'll keep track of how well you're sticking to your assigned diet.
AI-generated summary from trial data · Jun 2, 2026 · Not medical advice
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