Investigating the impact of food timing on diabetes risk

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This clinical trial aims to explore how the timing of food intake affects metabolic health in healthy individuals. Participants will undergo two inpatient stays where they will consume test meals while their glucose and fat tolerance, as well as energy expenditure, are monitored. The study will compare the effects of different food timing protocols, simulating both day and night shifts, without altering total caloric or nutrient intake. Frequent blood draws will be conducted to assess metabolic responses.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Healthy with no acute or chronic medical and psychiatric disorders
* BMI: 18.5-29.9 kg/m2

Exclusion Criteria:

* Smokers, current tobacco or e-cigarette use
* Drug or alcohol dependency
* Pregnant

Where it's running

• Brigham and Women's Hospital
  Boston, Massachusetts, United States Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Frank Scheer, PhD — Brigham and Women's Hospital
• Study coordinator: Ioannis Lempesis, MD, PhD, PhD
• Email: timedstudy@bwh.harvard.edu
• Phone: 6177326256

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.