Agro-Ecological vs Conventional Diet for Inflammation
(AGROHEALTH Trial)
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial compares the health effects of eating foods from eco-friendly farms versus regular farms in middle-aged adults. Researchers will look at changes in inflammation and metabolism by analyzing blood, urine, and stool samples. The goal is to see if the eco-friendly diet offers better health benefits.
Who Is on the Research Team?
Stephan van Vliet
Principal Investigator
Utah State University
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for adults aged 35-60 with a BMI between 25 and 35, stable weight and medication use, non-diabetic blood glucose levels, not pregnant or planning to be, moderate alcohol consumption, non-smokers. Excludes those with inflammatory diseases, on certain medications like NSAIDs or steroids, engaged in high-level exercise or following strict diets.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Dietary Intervention 1
Participants consume either the agroecological or conventional diet for 44 days
Washout Period
Participants return to their habitual diet for 14 days to clear effects of the first diet
Dietary Intervention 2
Participants switch to the alternate diet (agroecological or conventional) for another 44 days
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- Agro-ecological Farming Systems
Find a Clinic Near You
Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Utah State University
Lead Sponsor
GreenAcres Foundation
Collaborator