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NCT00079573 · ClinicalTrials.gov registry record · Phase 2
Comparison of Popular Weight Loss Diets
A Phase 2 study of Obesity, sponsored by National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH).
- Completed
- Registry status
- Phase 2
- Development phase
- 300
- Enrollment target
- 1
- Study location
NCT00079573: Completed Phase 2 study of Obesity, sponsored by National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH).
NCT00079573 is a Phase 2 study of Obesity that has completed, run by National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH). The registered enrollment target is 300 participants, below the 819-participant average among 1,053 other Obesity trials with a reported enrollment target (63% lower). The trial reports 1 study location across 1 state. According to ClinicalTrials.gov, the official US trial registry.
The verdict
NCT00079573, a Phase 2 study of Obesity, has completed, sponsored by National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH).
- COMPLETED
- Registry status
- Phase 2
- Development phase
- 300 participants
- Enrollment target
- 1
- Study location
Study Summary
This study will compare the safety and effectiveness of three popular weight loss plans. These plans will be compared with the USDA Dietary Guidelines.
Conditions Studied
Interventions
- BEHAVIORAL Atkins diet (extremely low carbohydrate)
- BEHAVIORAL Zone diet (low carbohydrate, high protein)
- BEHAVIORAL Ornish diet (very low fat)
Study Locations (1)
California
- Stanford Prevention Research Center - Stanford
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 300 participants |
| Start Date | 2002-07 |
| Est. Completion | 2004-06 |
| Phase | Phase 2 |
What the finished NCT00079573 record still lists
NCT00079573 is an interventional study that assigns participants to a tested intervention. The registered 300 participants enrollment target is mid-sized for trials with a published cap, below the 819-participant average among 1,053 other Obesity trials with a reported enrollment target (63% lower).
The record links to 1 condition, with Obesity appearing as the primary indexed condition, and to 3 interventions - of which Atkins diet (extremely low carbohydrate) is the first listed.
NCT00079573 reports a single indexed study location in California.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT00079573 about?
NCT00079573 is a clinical study titled "Comparison of Popular Weight Loss Diets". This study will compare the safety and effectiveness of three popular weight loss plans. These plans will be compared with the USDA Dietary Guidelines.
What is the current status of trial NCT00079573?
This trial is currently completed. It is a Phase 2 study. The enrollment target is 300 participants. The study started on 2002-07. Estimated completion is 2004-06.
What conditions does trial NCT00079573 study?
This clinical trial studies the following conditions: Obesity.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT00079573?
The interventions under investigation include: Atkins diet (extremely low carbohydrate) (BEHAVIORAL), Zone diet (low carbohydrate, high protein) (BEHAVIORAL), Ornish diet (very low fat) (BEHAVIORAL).
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT00079573?
This trial is sponsored by National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH), which has 203 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.
Where is trial NCT00079573 being conducted?
This trial has 1 study location across California. Contact the study sites directly through ClinicalTrials.gov for enrollment availability.
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