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Official title Asian-Mediterranean Diet and Women's Health
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06825936
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Given the escalating high burdens of overeight and obesity, and related commobidies in Asia, Asian women with overweight/obesity is an important group for targeted intervention in promoting health and wellbeing. A study focused on Asian women at reproductive or early post-menopausal age can inform effective strategies for promoting healthy diet and lifetyle and for optimizing health not only among these women but also for their children and partners.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 21 to 50, women only. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- people must meet all of the for participation:
- Females aged 21-50 years
- Chinese ethnicity
- Singapore citizens, permanent residents, or long-term pass holders
- Is able to complete questionnaires in English
You likely can't join if
- people not meeting any of the above inclusion criteria will be excluded from participation.
- Additional Exclusion Criteria for MRI procedure only:
- i. Shoulder width ≥60cm ii. Has any medical implants or foreign bodies, particularly related to heart, brain, or eye implants, including but not...
See the full eligibility criteria
- people must meet all of the for participation:
- Females aged 21-50 years
- Chinese ethnicity
- Singapore citizens, permanent residents, or long-term pass holders
- Is able to complete questionnaires in English
- BMI ≥ 23.0 kg/m2 but \< 37.5 kg/m2
- Not planning to conceive in the next 12 months from enrolment (you will be asked to withdraw once you conceive during the study period)
- Not planning to leave Singapore for more than 2 consecutive calendar weeks (10 working days) in the next six months from enrolment
- Not currently pregnant or breastfeeding
- Not currently smoking
- Without history of major chronic diseases (e.g., cancer, diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, chronic kidney disease), major infectious diseases (e.g. hepatitis B, HIV), severe gastrointestinal disorders (e.g. colitis or...
- Without major mental health condition
- Without known food allergies, especially to nuts and seafood.
- Not on any special diets or having dietary restrictions (e.g. vegetarians, vegans, ketogenic, Kosher diet)
- Not currently and will not be enrolled in another treatment study or studies that may affect weight, cardiometabolic health, gut, or brain health in the next six months from enrolment
- people not meeting any of the above inclusion criteria will be excluded from participation.
- Additional Exclusion Criteria for MRI procedure only:
- i. Shoulder width ≥60cm ii. Has any medical implants or foreign bodies, particularly related to heart, brain, or eye implants, including but not limited to pacemakers, artificial heart valves, implantable cardioverter...
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling female, 21 years to 50 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Singapore, Singapore, Singapore. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.