Improving eating behaviors in obesity through implicit priming
Neuronal and behavioral effects of an implicit priming approach to improve eating behaviors in obesity
This study is exploring a fun way to help people with obesity by showing them positive or negative images before they see food pictures, which might change how they think about food and help them crave healthier options instead of high-calorie treats.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Colorado Denver NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Aurora, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-11001520 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how an implicit priming approach can change the way individuals respond to food, particularly in those struggling with obesity. By using a method where positive or negative images are shown just before food images, the study aims to alter unconscious associations with food. This could help reduce cravings for high-calorie foods and support weight loss efforts. The research focuses on understanding the brain's response to these stimuli and how it affects eating behaviors.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults who are struggling with obesity and have difficulty managing their eating behaviors.
Not a fit: Patients who are not overweight or obese may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to new strategies for effective weight loss and maintenance in individuals with obesity.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown promise in using behavioral conditioning techniques to influence eating behaviors, suggesting that this approach may be effective.
Where this research is happening
Aurora, UNITED STATES
- University of Colorado Denver — Aurora, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Tregellas, Jason R — University of Colorado Denver
- Study coordinator: Tregellas, Jason R
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.