Nicotinamide Riboside for Obesity and Overweight

Effect of Nicotinamide Riboside on Ketosis, Fat Oxidation & Metabolic Rate

Recruiting N/A Interventional Study
Overweight Obesity
No Placebo Group Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
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At a Glance
Age
18 – 65
Sex
Any
Study type
Interventional
Purpose
Basic Science
Participants needed
100 (estimated)
Sponsor
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) · NIH
Who this trial is looking for

This trial is looking for healthy men and women aged 18 to 65, and women aged 18 to 50, who are overweight or have a specific type of diabetes. Participants will take a supplement called nicotinamide riboside and follow specific diets while staying at a clinic for testing.

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

You may be able to join if

  • I am a man aged 18-65 or a pre-menopausal woman aged 18-50
  • I weigh the same as I did six months ago
  • My BMI is 25 or higher
  • I can cycle at a moderate pace
  • I have been diagnosed with MODY2 diabetes

You may not be able to join if

  • I take medications that affect metabolism or digestion
  • I have liver disease
  • I have serious health issues like heart failure
  • I take medications for high blood pressure if I don't have MODY2
  • I regularly exercise vigorously for more than 2 hours a week
  • I am pregnant or can become pregnant
  • I use tobacco or e-cigarettes
  • I have a history of certain psychological conditions

Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.

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About This Trial
Background: At least 30% of Americans have fatty liver disease. This means that they store too much fat in the liver. At the moment lifestyle changes are the only way to treat this problem. Objective: To test how (1) a low-carbohydrate diet and (2) a supplement called nicotinamide riboside (NR) affect how a person s body uses dietary fat. Eligibility: Men aged 18 to 65 and women aged 18 to 50…
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Eligibility Criteria
* INCLUSION CRITERIA: In order to be eligible to participate in this study, an individual must meet all of the following criteria: 1. Meet one of the following: 1. Adult males aged 18-65 years 2. Pre-menopausal adult females aged 18-50 years 3. Adult males aged 18-65 years with diagnosed…
Contacts

Nan Zhai, C.R.N.P.

(301) 827-3324

nan.zhai@nih.gov

CONTACT

Stephanie T Chung, M.D.

(240) 479-8137

stephanie.chung@nih.gov

CONTACT