The effects of dinner timing on metabolism and obesity
Metabolic Effects of Circadian-Based Dinner Time
This study is looking at how having dinner at different times can affect your metabolism and weight, and it's for people who want to learn more about how meal timing might help with obesity and metabolic health.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Johns Hopkins University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Baltimore, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11098574 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how the timing of dinner in relation to our body's natural circadian rhythms affects metabolism and obesity. By assessing individual circadian rhythms using a method called dim light melatonin onset (DLMO), the study will assign participants to have dinner either early or late while keeping their sleep times consistent. Researchers will monitor metabolic responses through blood sampling and other advanced techniques to understand how meal timing influences metabolic health. The study aims to provide insights that could help improve dietary recommendations for individuals, especially those at risk of obesity and metabolic disorders.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include adults aged 21 and older who are either normal-weight or have obesity and prediabetes.
Not a fit: Patients who are under 21 years old or those without metabolic issues may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to new dietary guidelines that optimize meal timing to improve metabolic health and reduce obesity-related complications.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has indicated that meal timing can significantly impact metabolic health, suggesting that this approach may yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
Baltimore, United States
- Johns Hopkins University — Baltimore, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Duan, Daisy — Johns Hopkins University
- Study coordinator: Duan, Daisy
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.