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Anorexia Nervosa in Remission Clinical Trial in San Diego, CA

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Sponsored by University of California, San Diego

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  • Possible Compensation*

    For time and travel

*Compensation varies by study. Confirm details with coordinator.

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  1. 1Submit this form
  2. 2Phone screening
  3. 3Visit San Diego site if eligible
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About This Anorexia Nervosa in Remission Study in San Diego

This study will investigate the effects of therapeutic ketogenic diet (TKD) on eating behavior including drive to restrict, body dissatisfaction, mood and anxiety in individuals with anorexia nervosa who have been weight normalized (body mass index of 17.5 or greater) but continue to struggle with eating disorder behaviors including a high drive for thinness and body dissatisfaction. The Underweight Anorexia Nervosa (AN) Sub-Study will investigate the effects of TKD on eating behavior including drive to restrict, body dissatisfaction, mood and anxiety in individuals with anorexia nervosa who are currently underweight (body mass index between 16.0 and 17.49) and continue to struggle with eating disorder behaviors including a high drive for thinness and body dissatisfaction. The Bulimia Nervosa Pilot will will investigate the effects of TKD on eating behavior including drive to binge and purge, body dissatisfaction, mood and anxiety in individuals with bulimia nervosa.

Sponsor: University of California, San Diego

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Provision of signed and dated informed consent form
Stated willingness to comply with all study procedures and availability for the duration of the study
Persons, aged 18 to 45 years
History of anorexia nervosa according to DSM-5 criteria
Weight recovered at the time of study inclusion (body mass index \> 17.5 kg/m2)
Greater or equal to 2 standard deviations scores of eating disorder-relevant behaviors on the Eating Disorder Inventory-3 and Eating Disorder Examination Questionnaire
The following types of psychiatric medications are allowed: antidepressant, anxiolytic, atypical antipsychotic, mood stabilizers
English is primary spoken language Weight-Recovered AN

Exclusion Criteria

Pregnancy or lactation
Electrolyte, blood count, kidney function or liver function abnormalities
Neurocognitive disorders including dementias or traumatic brain injury that is symptomatic
Current alcohol use disorder (AUD) or substance use disorder (SUD) according to DSM-5 criteria
Uncontrolled hypertension
Hepatic impairment (Class-Pugh b or c)
Diabetes mellitus
Family history of porphyria
History of recent heart attack, vascular disease, or any other current acute medical conditions as determined by the principal investigator
Inability or unwillingness to adhere to the TKD diet for the duration of the study
Blind or illiterate individuals Underweight AN Sub-Study Inclusion Criteria:
Provision of signed and dated informed consent form
Stated willingness to comply with all study procedures and availability for the duration of the study
Persons, aged 18 to 45 years
Anorexia nervosa according to DSM-5 criteria
Current Body Mass Index (BMI) at the time of study inclusion of 16.0 to 17.49
An elevated EDE-Q global score of 2.09 or greater
The following types of psychiatric medications are allowed: antidepressant, anxiolytic, atypical antipsychotic, mood stabilizers
English is primary spoken language Underweight AN Sub-Study Exclusion Criteria:
Pregnancy or lactation
Electrolyte, blood count, kidney function or liver function abnormalities
Neurocognitive disorders including dementias or traumatic brain injury that is symptomatic
Current alcohol use disorder (AUD) or substance use disorder (SUD) according to DSM-5 criteria
Uncontrolled hypertension
Hepatic impairment (Class-Pugh b or c)
Diabetes mellitus
Family history of porphyria
History of recent heart attack, vascular disease, or any other current acute medical conditions as determined by the principal investigator
Inability or unwillingness to adhere to the TKD diet for the duration of the study
Blind or illiterate individuals Bulimia Nervosa Pilot Inclusion Criteria:
Provision of signed and dated informed consent form
Stated willingness to comply with all study procedures and availability for the duration of the study
Persons, aged 18 to 45 years
History of bulimia nervosa according to DSM-5 criteria
An elevated EDE-Q global score of 2.09 or greater
The following types of psychiatric medications are allowed: antidepressant, anxiolytic, atypical antipsychotic, mood stabilizers
English is primary spoken language Bulimia Nervosa Pilot Exclusion Criteria:
Pregnancy or lactation
Electrolyte, blood count, kidney function or liver function abnormalities
Neurocognitive disorders including dementias or traumatic brain injury that is symptomatic
Current alcohol use disorder (AUD) or substance use disorder (SUD) according to DSM-5 criteria
Uncontrolled hypertension
Hepatic impairment (Class-Pugh b or c)
Diabetes mellitus
Family history of porphyria
History of recent heart attack, vascular disease, or any other current acute medical conditions as determined by the principal investigator
Inability or unwillingness to adhere to the TKD diet for the duration of the study
Blind or illiterate individuals

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in San Diego?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT06000774) has an active research site in San Diego, CA that is currently enrolling participants.

Q:Is it safe to participate?

Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. This study has been reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals. You can withdraw at any time.

Q:Will I be compensated?

Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time and travel expenses. Specific compensation details will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is provided at no cost.

Q:Can I leave the trial if I change my mind?

Absolutely. Participation is completely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without penalty.

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