Effects of intermittent fasting on body fat and quality of life
The Effect of Intermittent Fasting on Body Fat and Quality of Life
This study is testing if intermittent fasting can help healthy people lose body fat and feel better in their daily lives.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 70 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 65 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Loma Linda University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Loma Linda, California) |
| Trial ID | NCT06307275 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates the feasibility of intermittent fasting as a method for reducing body fat and improving quality of life in healthy individuals. Participants will undergo body fat analysis and complete questionnaires on quality of life, sleep, and stress at the beginning, midway, and end of the study. For the first four weeks, participants will maintain their usual eating habits, followed by a four-week intermittent fasting regimen where they will fast for 16 hours and eat during an 8-hour window. Throughout the study, participants will also continue their regular exercise routines.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are healthy individuals who do not have diabetes or metabolic syndrome.
Not a fit: Patients with diabetes or metabolic syndrome may not benefit from this study due to exclusion criteria.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide insights into how intermittent fasting may enhance body composition and overall well-being.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promising results regarding the benefits of intermittent fasting, suggesting that this approach may be effective.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: • In good health Exclusion Criteria: • Diabetes or Metabolic Syndrome
Where this trial is running
Loma Linda, California
- Loma Linda University — Loma Linda, California, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Gurinder Bains, PhD — Loma Linda University
- Study coordinator: Gurinder Bains, PhD
- Email: gbains@llu.edu
- Phone: 909-558-4000
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.