Food for Thought Study
Brief description of study
Interested in Joining a WW (formerly Weight Watchers) Research Study?
Researchers from the University of Pennsylvania are currently recruiting research participants for a randomized clinical trial examining how the brain responds to food images and memory tasks after a behavioral weight loss treatment for women with obesity.
Detailed description of study
In this study, participants will be randomized to either a 16-week, group-based WW (formerly known as Weight Watchers) intervention or to a wait-list control. Both groups will have functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) scans at baseline and after 16-weeks.
Research procedures for qualified participants will be provided at no cost and include:
- 16 weeks of the WW (formerly Weight Watchers) program
- Study-related medical examinations and behavioral assessments
- Two fMRI brain scans
- Reimbursement for travel and compensation of up to $385.
Eligibility of study
You may be eligible for this study if you meet the following criteria:
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Conditions:
Obesity,Overweight,Weight Loss
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Age: Between 18 Years - 60 Years
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Gender: Female
Eligible participants:
- Female between 18-60 years of age
- BMI > 30
- Without Type 1 or Type 2 Diabetes
Updated on
14 Jul 2023.
Study ID: 834404