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Low-Processed Food Group for Healthy Eating

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Led By Sam Emerson, PhD

Research Sponsored by Oklahoma State University

Eligibility Criteria Checklist

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Must have

Be between 18 and 65 years old

Timeline

Screening 3 weeks

Treatment Varies

Follow Up 1 year

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Study Summary

This trial aims to study the health effects of consuming high vs. low-processed food. Participants will be asked to either follow a diet rich in unprocessed food for 6 months or continue with their

Who is the study for?

This trial is for individuals interested in healthy eating. Participants will either continue their normal diet or switch to a low-processed food diet for 6 months. To join, they must be willing to follow dietary instructions and have health data collected.Check my eligibility

What is being tested?

The study tests the impact of a low-processed food diet on metabolic health compared to a typical diet. Participants are randomly assigned to one of the two diets, with regular check-ins over six months to monitor changes in their metabolic health.See study design

What are the potential side effects?

Since this trial involves dietary changes rather than medication, side effects may include digestive adjustments or food cravings as participants adapt to less processed foods.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks3 visits

Treatment ~ Varies

Follow Up ~ 1 year

Screening ~ 3 weeks

Treatment ~ Varies

Follow Up ~1 year

This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and 1 year for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.

Primary outcome measures

Body Composition

Body Weight

Fat Mass Percentage

+1 more

Secondary outcome measures

Alanine transaminase (ALT)

Aspartate transaminase (AST)

Cholesterol Levels

+4 more

Other outcome measures

Energy Expenditure

Energy Intake

Gut Microbiome Collection

Trial Design

2Treatment groups

Experimental Treatment

Active Control

Group I: Low-Processed Food GroupExperimental Treatment1 Intervention

Group II: Typical Diet GroupActive Control1 Intervention

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Who is running the clinical trial?

Oklahoma State UniversityLead Sponsor

46 Previous Clinical Trials

8,212 Total Patients Enrolled

Sam Emerson, PhDPrincipal InvestigatorOklahoma State University

Frequently Asked Questions

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Are there any vacancies available for patients to participate in this trial?

"Indeed, information from clinicaltrials.gov confirms that this trial is actively searching for eligible participants. Originally posted on August 9th, 2023, with the most recent update made on March 6th, 2024. The study aims to enroll a total of 60 patients at one designated site."

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How many participants are currently undergoing treatment within this clinical trial?

"Indeed, the data available on clinicaltrials.gov highlights that this investigation is presently in search of candidates. Originally posted on August 9th, 2023, with the most recent update made on March 6th, 2024. The study aims to recruit a total of 60 participants from just one location."

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What is the primary goal of conducting this medical study?

"The main focus of this study, observed over an approximate duration of 12 months, is the measurement of Fat Mass Percentage. Additionally, secondary endpoints involve the assessment of Glucose Levels through a blood draw followed by Piccolo scan analysis, as well as monitoring Cholesterol Levels and HDL levels using similar procedures."

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Are individuals above the age of fifty eligible to participate in this research study?

"Individuals interested in participating in this research must be at least 18 years old and no older than 60."

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Am I eligible to participate in this clinical trial?

"Individuals aged between 18 and 60 with a nutritious diet are eligible for participation in this study, which aims to enroll approximately 60 participants."

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Recent research and studies

clinicaltrials.govStudy

Determinants and Outcomes of High vs. Low Ultra-processed Feeding

2023. "Determinants and Outcomes of High vs. Low Ultra-processed Feeding". ClinicalTrials.gov. https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT06310603.