Yale dietary supplement and weight management study

Currently looking for participants!

We strive to explore if dietary fat intake in individuals with overweight and obesity will influence the
weight loss outcomes following a gold standard behavioral weight loss intervention following OEA
supplementation. This longitudinal study is 16-month long. You will be taking daily dietary
supplement/placebo during the study and participate in a weight loss program that focuses on making sustainable lifestyle modifications.

Who we are looking for:

  • Aged 18-44

  • Overweight/Obese (BMI > 25)

  • No dietary restrictions

  • Willing to take dietary supplements

  • Willing to lose weight and make major lifestyle modifications

  • No major psychiatric disorders

  • No chronic diseases (diabetes, hypertension, liver diseases, etc.)

  • Not currently taking oil-based supplements

  • MRI-safe (no claustrophobia or metal in the body)

  • Ability to participate for 16 months

  • No prior education is needed

You may be asked to:

  • Take a dietary supplement every day

  • Consume beverages and foods

  • Make judgements about foods, tastes, and smells

  • Complete questionnaires and computer tasks

  • fMRI scans

  • Record food intake and physical activity

  • Provide blood and saliva samples

FAQ:

  • How much will I be paid? Up to $890

  • How long is the study? 16 months

  • Where does this study take place? 12 sessions are online. 9 sessions are in-person and will take place either at 1 Church St, New Haven, CT 06510 or 300 Cedar St, New Haven, CT 06519.

  • What are the benefits of participation? Learning about healthy lifestyles & improved mental health.

For more details, please call (475) 254-5982 or email oea@yale.edu.