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Behavioural Intervention

Low Whole Grain, Low Sugar for Poor Diet

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Recruiting
Led By Richard Mattes, PhD
Research Sponsored by Purdue 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 12 weeks
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Study Summary

This trial will compare the effects of eating whole grain foods versus refined grain foods with different amounts of added sugar. The researchers believe that including grain products in the diet will have positive impacts on taste, appetite

Who is the study for?
This trial is for adults interested in understanding how different types of grain foods affect their health. Participants should typically consume a diet that may be considered poor, healthy, or unhealthy. Specific details on eligibility criteria are not provided.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The study is testing the effects of whole versus refined grains with varying sugar levels on health factors like taste preferences, hunger, food intake, weight, blood pressure and blood sugar/fat levels. It's exploring if grain products can improve these aspects when controlling for sugars and fats.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
Since this trial involves dietary changes rather than medication or medical procedures, side effects might include changes in digestion or energy levels due to alterations in diet composition.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~12 weeks
This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and 12 weeks for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.
Primary outcome measures
Glycemia
Secondary outcome measures
Appetite
Body Weight
Energy Intake
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Trial Design

4Treatment groups
Active Control
Group I: Low Whole Grain, Low SugarActive Control1 Intervention
3 servings of whole grain and <13% energy from added sugars.
Group II: High Whole Grain, Low SugarActive Control1 Intervention
6 servings of whole grain and <13% energy from added sugars.
Group III: Low Whole Grain, High SugarActive Control1 Intervention
3 servings of whole grain and >13% energy from added sugars.
Group IV: High Whole Grain, High SugarActive Control1 Intervention
6 servings of whole grain and >13% energy from added sugars.

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Who is running the clinical trial?

Purdue UniversityLead Sponsor
224 Previous Clinical Trials
72,644 Total Patients Enrolled
Grain Food FoundationUNKNOWN
Richard Mattes, PhDPrincipal InvestigatorPurdue University

Frequently Asked Questions

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Are there any age restrictions for potential participants in this clinical trial, specifically with regards to individuals over the age of 35?

"The minimum and maximum age requirements for participation in this study are 21 and 60 years, respectively."

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Which criteria need to be met for participation in this medical study?

"Individuals between the ages of 21 and 60 with inadequate dietary habits are eligible to enroll in this clinical research. Approximately 120 participants will be accepted into the study."

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What is the upper threshold for the number of individuals enrolled in this medical study?

"Indeed, data on clinicaltrials.gov verifies that this medical investigation is actively searching for suitable participants. The trial was initially listed on 1/18/2024 and last modified on 3/25/2024. There's a requirement of recruiting 120 patients from one designated site."

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Are new patients currently being accepted for enrollment in this medical study?

"Affirmative. The information on clinicaltrials.gov affirms that this study is currently enrolling participants. Initially shared on January 18, 2024, it was most recently revised on March 25, 2024. This research endeavor aims to enroll a total of 120 patients from one designated site."

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~80 spots leftby Jun 2026