Chia + Hemp Seeds for Weight Management
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This study will investigate food ingredients that may provide fullness to healthy adults after a meal. The ingredients will be incorporated into a lunch meal, and measures of hunger and fullness will be evaluated for several hours after the meal. Study subjects must be able to travel to the USDA Nutrition Center in Beltsville Maryland at scheduled times during the study for meals and study measures.
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial may require you to stop taking certain medications or supplements if they could interfere with the study's goals. It's best to discuss your current medications with the study team to see if any changes are needed.
Are chia and hemp seeds safe for human consumption?
How do chia and hemp seeds help with weight management?
Chia and hemp seeds are unique for weight management due to their high fiber and omega-3 fatty acid content, which may help reduce inflammation and improve metabolic health. Unlike traditional weight loss treatments, these seeds are natural food sources that can be easily incorporated into the diet, although their effectiveness for weight loss specifically is not well-established.12678
What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment Chia Seeds and Hemp Seeds for weight management?
Research on chia seeds alone shows they do not promote weight loss in overweight adults. However, chia seeds are noted for potential health benefits like decreased blood glucose and waist circumference in other contexts, suggesting they might help with weight management when combined with other lifestyle changes.1291011
Who Is on the Research Team?
Janet Novotny, PhD
Principal Investigator
United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This study is for healthy adults over 25 without allergies to the study foods, and no history of diabetes, gastrointestinal diseases, or weight control surgery. Participants must not be pregnant or planning pregnancy soon, using interfering medications/supplements, have substance abuse issues within the past year, or actively trying to change their weight.Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants undergo three 2-day treatment periods with different meal compositions to assess satiety effects of chia and hemp seeds
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for satiety and food intake through questionnaires and food weighing
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- Chia Seeds
- Hemp Seeds
Find a Clinic Near You
Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
USDA Beltsville Human Nutrition Research Center
Lead Sponsor