Comparing high-fat and low-fat diets for weight loss in overweight Saudi women
The Impact of High-Fat Ketogenic Diet and Low-Fat Diet in the Body Weight and Cardiovascular Risk Factors on Overweight and Obese Saudi Women: A Randomized Controlled Trial.
This study is testing whether a high-fat diet or a low-fat diet helps overweight women in Saudi Arabia lose more weight and body fat over 12 weeks.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 28 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 40 Years |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | King Faisal University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Riyadh) |
| Trial ID | NCT05811702 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates the effects of a high-fat ketogenic diet (HFKD) versus a low-fat diet (LFD) on weight reduction among healthy overweight and obese women in Saudi Arabia. It is a randomized controlled trial involving 28 participants aged 18 to 40 with a body mass index (BMI) between 25 and 34.5 kg/m² and fat percentage above 30%. Participants will follow either the HFKD or LFD for 12 weeks, with primary outcomes focused on body weight and fat percentage reduction, and secondary outcomes including blood glucose and lipid profile assessments.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are healthy overweight and obese women aged 18 to 40 with a BMI between 25 and 34.5 kg/m².
Not a fit: Patients who are men, have a normal weight, or are breastfeeding or pregnant will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide insights into effective dietary strategies for weight management in overweight and obese women.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown varying success with dietary interventions for weight loss, but this specific comparison of HFKD and LFD in this demographic is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Healthy Overwight and obese wonen * aged 18 and 40 * BMI 25 and 34.5 kg m2 * fat parentage above 30% . Exclusion Criteria: * Man * women in normal weight or BMI less than 25 and 34.5 kg m2 * Breastfeeding and pregnant women
Where this trial is running
Riyadh
- Randah Alqurashi — Riyadh, Saudi Arabia (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Randah Alqurashi, PhD
- Email: ralqurashi@kfu.edu.sa
- Phone: 00966559223608
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.