Investigating the effects of caloric restriction and time-restricted feeding on health in older adults

NCI Administrative Supplement for the HALLO-P Planning Project

['FUNDING_U01'] · WAKE FOREST UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES · NIH-10844298

This study is looking at how eating less food or only during certain hours can affect the health of older adults, and it will help set up a bigger trial to see which method works better for reducing health risks, using handy mobile tools to support participants along the way.

Quick facts

Phase['FUNDING_U01']
Study typeNih_funding
SexAll
SponsorWAKE FOREST UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES (nih funded)
Locations1 site (WINSTON-SALEM, UNITED STATES)
Trial IDNIH-10844298 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this research studies

This research focuses on understanding how caloric restriction (CR) and time-restricted feeding (TRF) can impact health outcomes in older adults. The project aims to develop a protocol for a large clinical trial that will compare the effects of these dietary approaches on disease and disability risk. By enrolling older adults, the study will utilize innovative mobile health tools to help participants adhere to their assigned dietary regimens. A pilot study will be conducted to gather essential data on feasibility and effectiveness before launching the full-scale trial.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are older adults aged 60 years and above, particularly those with a BMI of 27 kg/m2 or higher.

Not a fit: Patients who are younger than 60 years or have a BMI below 27 kg/m2 may not benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved dietary strategies that enhance health and reduce disease risk in older adults.

How similar studies have performed: Previous studies on caloric restriction have shown beneficial physiological changes, but this specific approach comparing CR and TRF in older adults is novel.

Where this research is happening

WINSTON-SALEM, UNITED STATES

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.

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