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Early Time-Restricted Eating + BCAAs for Weight Management

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Research Sponsored by Western University, Canada
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial
Must have
Be between 18 and 65 years old
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up <15 mins
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Study Summary

This trial will examine the effects of time-restricted eating, with or without BCAA supplementation, on body composition in adults.

Who is the study for?
This trial is for adults aged 18-39 with a BMI over 25 who lead a sedentary lifestyle (less than 7500 steps daily). It's not suitable for those with unstable weight in the past three months, underweight individuals, very active people, shift workers, pregnant women, or those on weight loss meds or with diabetes/CVD.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The study is testing how early time-restricted eating (eTRE) affects body composition. Some participants will follow eTRE alone while others will combine it with Branched Chain Amino Acid supplements. The goal is to improve upon previous studies by extending beyond 12 weeks and focusing on more variables.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
Potential side effects are not detailed in the provided information but may include hunger pangs, fatigue due to dietary changes, potential nutrient deficiencies without proper guidance and possible gastrointestinal discomfort from BCAA supplementation.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~<15 mins
This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and <15 mins for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.
Primary outcome measures
body composition
Secondary outcome measures
lower body strength
subjective quality of life questionnaire
upper body strength

Trial Design

2Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Active Control
Group I: eTRE with BCAAExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
participants allocated to this group will only consume calories during 0800h and 1600h daily. Prior to sleep, participants will consume a single bolus of 5.6g of BCAA.
Group II: eTREActive Control1 Intervention
participants allocated to this group will only consume calories during 0800h and 1600h daily.
Treatment
First Studied
Drug Approval Stage
How many patients have taken this drug
Time Restricted Eating
2018
N/A
~50

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Who is running the clinical trial?

Western University, CanadaLead Sponsor
239 Previous Clinical Trials
56,891 Total Patients Enrolled

Media Library

Time Restricted Eating Clinical Trial Eligibility Overview. Trial Name: NCT05589142 — N/A
Early Time-Restricted Eating Research Study Groups: eTRE with BCAA, eTRE
Early Time-Restricted Eating Clinical Trial 2023: Time Restricted Eating Highlights & Side Effects. Trial Name: NCT05589142 — N/A
Time Restricted Eating 2023 Treatment Timeline for Medical Study. Trial Name: NCT05589142 — N/A

Frequently Asked Questions

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

Does the protocol for this clinical trial restrict applicants to those under 55 years of age?

"This clinical trial is seeking participants under the age of 30 and above 18 years old."

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Does the study have any openings for participants at this time?

"According to records on clinicaltrials.gov, this trial has ceased its recruitment efforts since October 17th 2022 - the date of the last update. However, there are presently other trials searching for participants at this time."

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Who qualifies for enrollment in this experimental protocol?

"This medical experiment is allowing the enrollment of 30 people with an Early Time Restricted Eating (ETRE) regimen supplemented by Branched Chain Amino Acids. The age and BMI requirements are 18-30 years old and a Body Mass Index higher than 25, respectively; additionally, participants should not exceed 7500 steps per day."

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~14 spots leftby Apr 2025