Family Patterns in Resting Metabolic Rate Between Parents and Adult Children (NCT07594613) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Family Patterns in Resting Metabolic Rate Between Parents and Adult Children
Israel30 participantsStarted 2026-06
Plain-language summary
This study examines whether resting metabolic rate (RMR)-the amount of energy the body uses at rest-is similar between biological parents and their adult children (aged 18 years and older). RMR is the largest component of daily energy expenditure and plays an important role in body weight regulation and overall metabolic health.
Participants from the same family will undergo a single testing session in a metabolic laboratory. RMR will be measured using indirect calorimetry under standardized conditions, along with body composition assessment and basic health information.
The primary goal is to determine whether RMR is correlated within families. The study will also assess whether these similarities remain after accounting for differences in body composition, age, and sex.
This observational study will help improve understanding of how metabolism varies between individuals and the extent to which these differences may be influenced by familial or inherited factors. Findings may contribute to future research on personalized nutrition, obesity risk, and metabolic health.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years – 60 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Biological parent-adult child pairs
* Adult children aged ≥18 years
* Parents aged 40-60 years
* Ability to comply with study procedures, including fasting and resting conditions
* Generally healthy individuals without acute illness
Exclusion Criteria:
* Current weight loss or active dieting
* Known metabolic disorders (e.g., thyroid disease)
* Use of medications affecting metabolic rate
* Pregnancy
* Acute illness at the time of testing
* Inability to comply with pre-test requirements (e.g., fasting, avoiding exercise or caffeine)
Questions worth asking your doctor
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1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
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Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.
What they're measuring
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Parent-Offspring Correlation in Resting Metabolic Rate
Timeframe: Single study visit (baseline assessment)