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Obesity & Overweight clinical trials and research
As of November 12, 2026, Find a Trial lists 116 Obesity & Overweight clinical trials that are recruiting, at sites in 34 countries (most in United States (36), China (7), Canada (6)). 6 were first registered in the last 30 days. By phase: Phase 4 (7), Phase 2 (5), Phase 1 (4), Phase 3 (1). The most active sponsors are Mahidol University (3), University of Kansas Medical Center (2), The Miriam Hospital (2). Every study is explained in plain English. Data from ClinicalTrials.gov and NIH RePORTER, updated November 12, 2026.
- 116Clinical trials
- 6New in 30 days
- 34Countries
Newest Obesity & Overweight clinical trials
All recruiting trials (116)
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How incretin treatments affect muscle mass and function in people with overweight or obesity
This study will see how drugs like semaglutide and tirzepatide influence fat-free mass, muscle strength, and physical function in adults with overweight or obesity.
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Dose find for remimazolam plus alfentanil for gastroscopy in obese adults
This trial tests what dose of remimazolam besylate with alfentanil best sedates obese adults during gastroscopy.
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Two-Year Weight Loss With GLP-1 Medications Compared With Sleeve Gastrectomy in Adults
This study compares how much weight adults lose over two years when starting GLP-1 medicines versus adults who had sleeve gastrectomy at the same center.
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Gut barrier and inflammation after fast-food overfeeding in adults
This study tests whether 14 days of fast-food overfeeding can alter gut barrier function and trigger inflammation in adults who are generally healthy.
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High BMI and periodontitis in Thai adults under 60
This study tests how common high BMI and periodontitis are among Thai adults aged 18–59 and what factors are linked to them.
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GLP-1 weight‑loss medicine: finding who will benefit most
This study tests whether a GLP-1 drug called semaglutide helps with weight loss by changing eating behavior, to see which people it helps the most.
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Long-term Iron Absorption in Women with Overweight/Obesity vs Normal Weight
This study tests long-term iron absorption and loss in women aged 40–50, comparing those who are overweight/obese with those of normal weight.
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Pistachios and post-meal metabolism in adults who are overweight or have obesity
This study tests whether eating pistachios with a meal changes the body's glucose and insulin response in adults with overweight or obesity.
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Multimodal Weight Management Program for Older Adults
A 16-week program tests whether combining resistance training, group cognitive behavioral therapy, and a high-protein diet helps adults aged 60 and older with overweight or obesity.
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Nitraria Retusa Infusion for Clozapine-Related Metabolic Side Effects in Treatment-Resistant Schizophrenia
A daily Nitraria retusa leaf infusion is tested for 90 days to see if it helps with metabolic side effects in people with treatment-resistant schizophrenia who are taking clozapine.
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Collagen Supplements After Sleeve Gastrectomy
This observational study looks to see if taking collagen-containing supplements after sleeve gastrectomy affects muscle mass, body composition, and body image in adults who had bariatric surgery.
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Protein supplements with or without spices to protect muscle for people on GLP-1 weight loss meds
This pilot test checks whether daily whey protein, with or without mixed spices, helps preserve muscle mass and strength in adults using GLP-1 weight-loss medicines.
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Bridge & Friends: MedDiet with Social Networks for obesity in older adults
This study tests whether adding a social network component to a Mediterranean diet with weight loss helps older adults with obesity lose more weight and improve diet and activity.
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High-Intensity Interval Training in Low vs Normal Oxygen for Overweight Adults Aged 50–75
This study tests whether HIIT done under low (hypoxic) or normal oxygen conditions can reduce body fat and improve gut health in adults 50–75 who are overweight or have obesity.
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Ubiquinol to See if It Reduces Fatigue for Adults Using GLP-1 Weight-Loss Meds
A daily ubiquinol supplement is tested to see if it lowers fatigue and helps keep muscle strength in adults taking GLP-1 weight-loss medicines.
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Alpelisib Challenge Test to measure insulin secretory capacity
Researchers will test a new approach to measure how much insulin the body can produce in people at various weights and with or without insulin resistance, using alpelisib around a meal test.
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Broadening Body Composition Diagnostics for Obesity
This study tests how different body composition tools compare for people with obesity or overweight, to see which methods give the most accurate picture of fat and lean mass.
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Low-calorie diet with intensive lifestyle coaching to help diabetes remission in adults with Type 2 diabetes and overweight
This study tests whether a strict low-calorie diet plus personalized lifestyle support can help adults with overweight Type 2 diabetes achieve diabetes remission more often than standard care.
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Gestational weight gain and outcomes after preconception GLP-1 receptor agonist use
This observational study looks to see if moms who used GLP-1 medications before pregnancy have different weight gain during pregnancy and pregnancy outcomes than those who didn’t use GLP-1 medications.
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Impact of GLP-1 Receptor Agonist Therapy vs Structured Lifestyle on Weight and Health
This study tests whether starting a GLP-1 receptor agonist for weight loss works differently from a structured diet-and-exercise program in improving heart and metabolic health for adults with overweight or obesity.
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One Year of Intensive Lifestyle Treatment for Children with ISO-BMI Over 30 and Their Families
This trial tests a year-long intensive lifestyle program for kids aged 10–16 with ISO-BMI of 30 or higher, and also involves their families.
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Topical-Lingual Semaglutide for Obesity in Adults
This study tests a topical-lingual liquid form of semaglutide to help adults with obesity see if it can promote weight loss compared with the standard tablet and placebo.
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Inulin Prebiotic for Perimenopausal Women with Overweight or Obesity
This study tests whether 2 weeks of inulin can affect gut and vaginal microbes, heart health, and muscle health in perimenopausal women who are overweight or obese, using a crossover design.
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Family-based weight wellness with medically tailored groceries and group visits
We’re testing a family-focused program that uses group medical visits and medically tailored groceries to help kids 12–17 with overweight or obesity, along with their parents.
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Myokines in metabolic and endocrine diseases linked to sarcopenia
This study tests whether myokines can serve as biomarkers or drivers of sarcopenia and sarcopenic obesity in people with metabolic or endocrine diseases.
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Kodo Millet Porridge and Gut Health in Overweight and Obese Adults
This study tests whether daily intake of Kodo millet porridge for 12 weeks can improve gut bacteria and metabolic health in adults who are overweight or obese.
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How GLP-1 meds affect resistance training in adults with obesity/diabetes
This study tests whether adults taking a GLP-1 receptor agonist can better preserve or gain muscle when they do resistance training.
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Lumateperone for Bipolar Depression with Obesity: Effects on Mood and Brain Aging
This trial tests whether lumateperone helps mood symptoms in adults with bipolar depression and obesity, and whether it affects inflammation and brain aging markers over about 6 weeks.
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Body composition changes with obesity medications, with or without exercise
This study tests whether adding cardiovascular or resistance exercise to obesity meds helps preserve lean body mass in adults taking obesity drugs.
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Taiwan green propolis for MASLD and lipid/metabolic issues
This study tests whether Taiwan green propolis capsules can improve blood lipids and body fat in adults with MASLD compared to a placebo over 12 weeks.
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How the body handles sugar after meals in people who are lean or have obesity
This study tests how a high- versus low-glycaemic meal affects the body's processing of glucose in healthy adults, comparing those who are lean to those with obesity.
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Real-Time Glucose Monitoring in Newly Diagnosed Type 2 Diabetes
This study tests whether real-time glucose monitoring helps people with newly diagnosed type 2 diabetes manage glucose better than traditional finger-prick testing.
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Dramatherapy Added to Physical Activity for Obesity Care
This trial tests whether adding dramatherapy to a standard adapted physical activity program helps adults with obesity in bariatric or medical care improve psychosocial well‑being and weight-related outcomes.
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Orally Taken TIX100 in Healthy Overweight/Obese Adults
This study will test whether daily oral TIX100 is safe and well tolerated in healthy adults who are overweight or obese.
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Cooking classes for families to help with weight loss in Abu Dhabi
This program tests whether healthy home-cooked meals made by trained home cooks can help Emirati adults with overweight or obesity lose weight and eat better.
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Time-restricted eating after bariatric surgery
This study tests whether a 16:8 eating window helps adults with obesity, including those who have had bariatric surgery, see weight or metabolic improvements.
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Dietary changes to help adults with Type 1 diabetes and overweight see if moderate carbs, time-restricted eating, or regular calories work
We’re testing three weight-loss approaches in adults with type 1 diabetes who are overweight or obese to see which helps reduce weight safely.
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Spermidine supplement for lipid and weight changes in adults with obesity and high cholesterol
This study tests whether taking spermidine daily for 1 month can improve blood lipids and body weight in adults who are overweight or obese with high cholesterol, while monitoring safety.
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Mazdutide and coronary plaque in people with coronary artery disease and overweight or obesity
This study tests whether mazdutide can slow or reduce coronary plaque build-up in adults with coronary artery disease who are overweight or obese.
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CX11 tablets: testing safe doses for obesity and weight-related conditions
This study tests different doses of CX11 tablets to see if they are safe and tolerable in adults with obesity or overweight and related health issues.
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Genetic, Microbiome, and Behavioral Factors in Obesity
This study will test whether genetic, gut microbiome, and behavioral factors affect how people tolerate, adhere to, and respond to a dual GLP-1/GIP medicine for obesity.
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Hydration Support to Help GLP-1 Therapy Side Effects
This 17-week program tests whether boosting hydration in people starting GLP-1 receptor agonist therapy can lessen side effects and help people continue treatment.
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Explainable AI helps families manage obesity in kids and young adults with diabetes or asthma
This study tests a family-centered digital program to help adolescents and young adults with overweight or obesity, including those with Type 1 diabetes or asthma, see if the program improves wellbeing and healthy habits over 3 months.
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Eating patterns before, during, and after obesity medication in adults with obesity
This study will see how eating habits change over 18 months for adults with obesity who are taking obesity medications as part of routine care.
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Lifestyle program to improve sleep and health for night shift workers
This program tests a combined lifestyle plan to improve sleep, habits, and overall health in adults who regularly work night shifts.
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Transcutaneous auricular vagus nerve stimulation plus lifestyle for poor weight-loss responders
This study tests whether adding taVNS to lifestyle changes helps overweight or obese adults who lost at most 5% weight after 12 weeks of diet and exercise.
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Transcutaneous auricular vagus nerve stimulation added to tirzepatide for poor weight loss responses
This study tests whether adding taVNS to tirzepatide helps overweight or obese people who have not lost more than 10% of their weight after 12 weeks of tirzepatide.
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Gastric Fundal Treatment Plus Antral Myotomy for Weight Loss in Obesity
This study tests GFMA plus BEAM to see if they help people with obesity lose weight.
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Sevoflurane vs. Propofol for anesthesia in obese adults undergoing lumbar surgery
In adults with obesity undergoing lumbar instrumentation, this study tests whether sevoflurane inhaled anesthesia or propofol IV anesthesia affects inflammatory markers after surgery.
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Real-time glucose monitoring to help people with prediabetes see if their lifestyle changes work
This study tests whether using real-time continuous glucose monitoring helps adults with prediabetes improve blood sugar control and stick to lifestyle changes better than traditional self-monitoring over 3 months.
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Center-based childcare to help preschoolers from low-income families avoid unhealthy weight gain in summer
This study tests whether sending preschoolers from low-income homes to center-based childcare during the summer helps prevent unhealthy weight gain.
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Personalized 26-week program to help keep weight off
This 26-week program tests whether tailored messages, weekly check-ins and weighing, and optional health coaching help adults who recently lost at least 7% of their weight keep it off.
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Do different fish oils lower diabetes risk factors in people at high risk
This study tests whether EPA or DHA fish oil works better than corn oil at improving markers linked to type 2 diabetes in adults who are at high risk.
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ERX1000 for obesity in adults
This study tests whether an oral drug called ERX1000 is safe and tolerable in adults with obesity or overweight.
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Safety-first test of DWRX5003 and related compounds in healthy adults
This early-phase study tests whether DWRX5003 and its related compounds are safe and how they behave in the body of healthy adults.
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Using Native Hawaiian cultural values to strengthen youth resilience, health, and well-being
This project will try a community referral program that connects Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander youth ages 12–25 to culture-based Kaiona programs to see if it improves mental health and chronic conditions like asthma and obesity.
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Bambú multicomponent early parenting program to prevent childhood obesity in vulnerable families
This program tests whether the Bambú multicomponent early parenting intervention in primary care can help prevent excess weight in children aged 6 months to 3 years from vulnerable families where at least one parent has overweight or obesity.
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Single infrared sauna session for blood sugar control in adults with overweight
This tests whether a single 40-minute infrared sauna session before a meal can lower post-meal blood sugar and improve 24-hour glucose control in adults who are overweight.
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Xanthigen for weight loss and metabolic health in adults with overweight
This 16-week randomized, triple-blind test will see if taking a daily Xanthigen capsule (300 mg or 600 mg) helps adults aged 20–50 with BMI 27–29.9 lose weight and improve metabolic blood tests compared with a placebo.
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How body fat, muscle, and metabolism differ after childhood versus adult-onset obesity
This study will test whether adults who became obese as children have different fat, muscle, and metabolism features than adults who became obese later, using biopsies, scans, exercise tests, and a targeted weight-loss program.
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How pancreatic polypeptide affects amylin-driven fullness in healthy adults
This test will see if giving pancreatic polypeptide together with amylin changes feelings of fullness and how much healthy adults eat.
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Transit bipartition using a metallic anastomotic clip and circular fundocorporeal gastroplication
This trial tries a new metallic anastomotic clip to create a second stomach-to-ileum pathway to help adults with type 2 diabetes and BMI 25–34.9 improve blood sugar control.
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Frequency of MAFLD and its links to nutrition and metabolic risk in rural Bangladesh
This project will see how common MAFLD is and whether nutritional status and metabolic risk factors are linked among adults living in a rural area of Bangladesh.
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Lifestyle program to prevent obesity and eating disorders in transgender and gender-diverse adolescents
This project will test whether a 6-month gender-affirming lifestyle program with monthly group sessions for adolescents and caregivers plus weekly support messages helps transgender and gender-diverse 10–14-year-olds prevent obesity and eating disorders and improve quality of life.
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Pediatric referrals to summer day camps to help children from low-income families with overweight or obesity
This project will try referring Medicaid-insured children who are overweight or obese to summer day camps to see if camp participation is a feasible and acceptable way to reduce summer weight gain.
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Keeping muscle and strength during tirzepatide weight loss with resistance exercise
This program will test whether adding a progressive resistance exercise program to tirzepatide helps overweight or obese women aged 25–50 keep muscle and physical function while losing weight.
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Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western medicine care for adults with obesity
This project will try combining traditional Chinese medicine and Western medical care in adults with obesity to see how well that combination works in everyday clinical practice.
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Combining the biologic ixekizumab with the weight-loss drug tirzepatide for people with psoriatic arthritis and overweight/obesity
This trial will test whether ixekizumab, tirzepatide (a weight-loss drug), or both together change skin, joint, and fat tissue in adults with psoriatic arthritis who are overweight or obese.
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Akkermansia muciniphila plus berberine to improve insulin sensitivity in night-shift workers
This trial tests whether taking Akkermansia muciniphila together with berberine can improve insulin sensitivity in people who work regular night shifts and have overweight or prediabetes.
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Personalized exercise and diet program to reduce atrial fibrillation episodes and heart/body fat
This 12-month program will try personalized exercise plus dietary counseling to reduce atrial fibrillation episodes, symptoms, and heart and body fat in overweight adults with paroxysmal or persistent AF.
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5-week combined aerobic and strength exercise after bariatric surgery
This test tries a 5-week combined aerobic and strength exercise program for adults recovering from sleeve gastrectomy or gastric bypass to see if it improves muscle quality, body composition, physical function, and quality of life.
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Artichoke by-product supplement with an energy-restricted Mediterranean diet to prevent type 2 diabetes
This trial tests whether taking daily artichoke-derived capsules together with an energy-restricted Mediterranean diet can help adults with overweight or obesity and insulin resistance improve blood sugar control and lose weight.
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Which patients are offered and start prescription medicines for obesity
This project will see which people offered prescription medicines for overweight or obesity accept them and how those who start treatment do over time.
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Using REMS ultrasound to check bone density in children and teens with conditions that lower bone strength
This project will test whether REMS, a radiation-free ultrasound method, can measure bone mineral density in children and adolescents aged 5–18 who have conditions that weaken their bones.
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Incretin-based Therapy Plus a Structured Lifestyle Plan for Obesity
This study tests whether adding a six-month supervised exercise and nutrition program to prescribed incretin-based weight‑loss medication helps preserve muscle and physical function in adults with obesity, compared with medication alone.
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Exercise to lower blood fats and improve blood-vessel health in young people with obesity
This study will test whether adding a structured exercise program to the Healthworks! weight-loss program helps lower blood fat levels and improve blood-vessel function in 10–20-year-olds with obesity.
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Predicting Weight Loss After Obesity Treatments
This study tests what factors predict how much weight people lose after either obesity medications or bariatric surgery.
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Semaglutide plus topical steroid/calcipotriol for plaque psoriasis in adults with overweight, obesity, or type 2 diabetes
This trial will test whether taking oral semaglutide along with a topical steroid/calcipotriol cream improves skin symptoms and reduces metabolic inflammation in adults with plaque psoriasis who are overweight, obese, or have type 2 diabetes.
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Food support plus one-on-one behavioral weight-loss program for adults with obesity and food insecurity
This trial will test whether adding home-delivered groceries or grocery vouchers to a one-on-one behavioral weight-loss program helps adults with obesity who face food insecurity lose more weight.
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Can a special medical nutrition product help keep muscle during GLP-1 weight-loss treatment?
This trial tests whether Myosave®, a medical nutrition product, helps adults with overweight or obesity who are starting GLP‑1 or dual GIP/GLP‑1 weight‑loss medications keep appendicular skeletal muscle mass during 24 weeks of treatment.
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Tongue ultrasound for children and teens with obesity
For children and teens with obesity enrolled in a 30-week inpatient weight-loss program, this project uses ultrasound to see if tongue size, fat content, and stiffness relate to body measurements and sleep apnea and change after the program.
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Scalp hair chemical changes in people with severe obesity and after bariatric surgery
This project will see if chemicals trapped in scalp hair change with body weight and can signal hair thinning or muscle loss in adults having bariatric surgery.
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Standard care versus weight loss with tirzepatide for obesity-related high blood pressure in young adults
This project will test whether weight loss achieved with tirzepatide lowers blood pressure more than usual care in 18–40-year-olds who are overweight and have hypertension.
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Five weight‑neutral online programs to support healthy eating, activity, and body appreciation for adults with higher body weight
This project will test five different online group programs that combine Mediterranean‑style eating, physical activity guidance, mindful eating, body acceptance, and enjoyable exercise for adults with BMI 25–40 to see which programs people like and stick with.
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Ketone supplements and insulin sensitivity in overweight older adults
This study will test whether an oral ketone supplement, given with or without growth hormone, can improve insulin sensitivity and energy use in overweight adults aged 55–70.
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Improving Cervical Cancer Prevention for Women with Chronic Conditions
We’re testing PINPOINT, a patient-navigation and self-collection approach, to see if it helps women with obesity or type 2 diabetes who aren’t up-to-date with cervical cancer screening get screened.
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Long-term changes in skeletal muscle after mixed HIIT training in adults with overweight or obesity
This study tests whether a 6-month hybrid HIIT program improves body composition, fitness, and muscle health in adults with overweight or obesity who follow a balanced diet.
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Empagliflozin for metabolic health in adults with HIV on dolutegravir
This trial tests whether the diabetes medicine empagliflozin can help reduce obesity-related metabolic problems in adults living with HIV who are taking dolutegravir-based antiretroviral therapy.
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Food is Medicine Intervention to Promote Healthy Eating and Blood Pressure Control
A 24-week program tests whether a food-as-medicine approach (FIM+DASH) helps adults with hypertension and obesity lower blood pressure and improve eating patterns compared with usual care.
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Breath mass spectrometry test to distinguish metabolic syndrome and metabolically healthy obesity
This project will test whether a breath mass spectrometry test can tell apart adults with metabolic syndrome, adults with metabolically healthy obesity, and healthy-weight adults.
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Tirzepatide for improving reproductive function and metabolic health in overweight women with PCOS
We will test whether tirzepatide can improve menstrual regularity and metabolic health in premenopausal women with PCOS who are overweight or have obesity.
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NTU JO-SMART Program for Obesity and Knee Osteoarthritis
A program that combines AI-guided community exercise with continuous glucose monitoring to help people who are overweight and have knee OA see if it improves blood sugar and joint health.
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Side-to-side duodeno-ileostomy with magnets versus semaglutide for adults with obesity and type 2 diabetes
This trial tests whether a magnet-assisted side-to-side duodeno-ileostomy surgery or the medication semaglutide works better to improve blood sugar control and weight in adults with obesity and type 2 diabetes.
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Pediatric Healthy Weight Index at Stanford
This project will test whether a simple score made from wearable activity trackers, continuous glucose monitors, and lab tests can show how well children and teens with obesity use insulin and their overall heart and metabolic health while they start surgery or GLP‑1 therapy.
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Exercise effects on blood vesicles and fitness in adults with overweight or obesity
This project will test whether high-intensity interval treadmill exercise changes small particles in the blood (extracellular vesicles) and improves physical fitness in Thai adults aged 25–45 with overweight or obesity.
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Respiratory function and inspiratory muscle training for adults with obesity
This will test whether inspiratory muscle training can improve breathing and lower inflammation in adults aged 30–60 with obesity (BMI ≥30).
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High-intensity interval exercise to improve vitamin D levels in adults with overweight or obesity
This trial will try three hybrid high-intensity interval sessions per week for 12 weeks to see if exercise increases vitamin D (25(OH)D) in adults with overweight or obesity during winter.
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Different weekly feedback messages to support weight loss
This project will test whether different weekly feedback messages delivered via a smartphone app help adults with overweight or obesity lose weight.
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Digestion and gut function after bariatric surgery
This project will test how digestion — including enzymes, bile acids, pH, and transit time — works in adults with obesity and in people at least one year after Roux‑en‑Y or sleeve gastrectomy by collecting intestinal samples and using a swallowable sensor capsule.
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HDM1005 for non-diabetic Chinese adults with overweight or obesity
This trial will test whether once-weekly HDM1005 helps Chinese adults who are overweight or have obesity but do not have diabetes lose weight and remain safe over one year.
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Waiting on Atrial Fibrillation Intervention Therapy: Weight loss before ablation
This trial tests whether adding weekly semaglutide before first-time AF ablation helps people who are overweight or obese have better rhythm outcomes.
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Saffron (Crocus sativus) tepal water extract for lowering meal-time blood sugar in obesity and prediabetes
This study tests whether drinking a cold water extract made from saffron tepals before a meal can lower blood sugar after eating in adults with obesity or prediabetes.
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Combining genetics, blood, urine, and stool data to predict complications of metabolic syndrome
The team will try combining genetic, blood, urine, and stool data to see if patterns predict complications in adults with or without metabolic syndrome.
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Six-month sirtuin activator supplementation for women with overweight or obesity
This test will see if taking a daily sirtuin activator supplement for six months improves metabolism in women aged 40–65 with overweight or obesity.
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Daily peanuts for fullness, diet quality, and body composition
This study will test whether eating peanuts every day for 12 weeks helps adults taking GLP‑1 medicines feel fuller, have more energy, and improve weight and body composition.
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Daily pistachios for people taking GLP-1 weight-loss medicines
This 12-week test will see if eating pistachios every day helps adults on GLP-1 medicines feel fuller, have more energy, and improve weight and diet quality.
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How GLP‑1 weight‑loss medicines affect taste and eating habits
This project sees if adults with obesity who take GLP‑1 drugs for at least 12 weeks notice changes in taste, food preferences, and eating habits.
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GLOBE registry to develop severity, quality-of-life, and cost tools for people with BMI over 25
This project will create tools to measure severity, quality of life, and the costs of living with a BMI over 25 using input from adults and clinicians.
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Optimizing lower-burden ways to track eating and weight during an online weight-loss program
This project will test five different, lower-burden ways of tracking eating and weight to see which help adults with overweight or obesity stick with a 24-week online weight-loss program.
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Weekly self-monitoring feedback and goal prompts to support weight loss
This trial will test different weekly feedback messages and goal prompts delivered by smartphone to see which help adults with overweight or obesity stick to tracking their diet, activity, and weight and lose more weight.
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Personalized daily step targets to change body fat and cardiometabolic risk in adults with overweight or obesity
This project will test if giving personalized daily step targets based on body fat helps adults with overweight or obesity change body composition and lower cardiometabolic risk.
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FELLAship program to improve heart and metabolic health in Black men
This program will try a 24-week, church-based combination of exercise and health education to see if it improves blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar, and weight for Black men age 18 and older in the Birmingham area.
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How higher body mass index affects teens' braces, gums, and tooth health.
This project will test whether adolescents with higher BMI have more gum inflammation, tooth discoloration, and oral bacteria while wearing fixed braces.
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Semaglutide effects on visceral fat and liver in people with chronic kidney disease
This project will see if people with type 2 diabetes and chronic kidney disease who take semaglutide have less belly and liver fat than similar people not taking the drug.
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Home-based tDCS for cognitive problems in breast cancer survivors with and without obesity
This will test whether home-based transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) can improve cancer-related memory, attention, or processing speed problems in breast cancer survivors and whether obesity changes the effect.
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Exploring the benefits of Bottarga supplementation for prediabetes
This study is testing if adding Greek Bottarga to the diet can help overweight people with prediabetes improve their metabolic health compared to a similar dairy product.
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Quick answers
How many Obesity & Overweight clinical trials are recruiting right now?
116, as of November 12, 2026. 6 of them were first registered in the last 30 days. We update this list each time we refresh our data from ClinicalTrials.gov.
Where are these trials running?
In 34 countries. The most sites are in United States (36 trials), China (7 trials), Canada (6 trials), Spain (5 trials), United Kingdom (5 trials). Each study page lists its sites and which ones are recruiting.
What phases are they in?
Phase 4: 7, Phase 2: 5, Phase 1: 4, Phase 3: 1. Trials with no phase listed are usually device, behavioural or observational studies.
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