Evaluating the Influence of Diet-induced Weight Loss on Fat (Adipose) Tissue's Insulin Sensitivity and Testosterone Synthesis in Women With Overweight or Obesity, Insulin Resistance, and Hyperandrogenemia (NCT06998238)
The Interplay Between Androgens, Insulin, and Adipose Tissue Metabolism
🩺 Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)
The investigators will measure plasma concentrations of the hormones insulin and testosterone as well as measures of insulin sensitivity in women with overweight or obesity who have insulin resistance (IR). Women who meet these criteria that also have elevated total or free testosterone will be eligible to participate in the diet intervention. The dietary intervention is designed to produce a 5% reduction in starting body weight to test whether weight loss will acutely lower fasting insulin and testosterone concentrations.
Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.
Location: University of Missouri — Columbia, Missouri
Age range: 21 Years to 45 Years
🧪 Interventions in This Study
- Mediterranean-based, carbohydrate restricted, calorie reduced diet (BEHAVIORAL)
📋 "Do I Qualify?" — 1-Minute Self Screener
Instant ChecklistFull eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria ↗
📍 All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)
- University of Missouri — Columbia, Missouri
💰 Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights
- 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
- Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA § 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
- Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.
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💡 How to Participate
- Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
- Review the official NIH record below to find the coordinating site.
- Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
- Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.